The histochemistry and fine structure of the embryophore ofShipleya inermis(Cestoda)

✍ Scribed by William H. Coil

• Publisher: Springer-Verlag
• Year: 1975
• Tongue: English
• Weight: 802 KB
• Volume: 48
• Category: Article
• ISSN: 1432-1955
• DOI: 10.1007/bf00389824

✦ Synopsis

The embryophore (inner eapsule) of the tapeworm Shipleya inermis was studied with histoehemistry and electron mieroscopy. It was found to be unique for the eestodes in that it has a laminated eonstruction. During development lamina are added until there are 10 which are arranged in an irregular zig-zag pattern. The embryophore is positive to tests for acid and alkaline phosphatase, and the Hales test for acid mucopolysaecharides. Permeability of tapeworm egg coverings is discussed.