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Changes in fine structure of the frog lung induced by substances altering transcapillary exchange

Thesis (Ph.D.)--Boston University / In order to evaluate the possible role of dynamic alterations, both reversible and irreversible, in the ultrastructure of the capillary wall as related to permeability, chemical substances known to alter transvascular exchange (moccasin snake venom, histamine and serotonin) were applied topically to the exposed lung of frogs, Rana pipiens and Rana catesbiana. Progressive stages of damage to lung and vascular tissues were revealed by electron microscopy. The speed of the response varied directly with the concentration and duration of application. The chemical concentrations were adjusted to produce all of the observable effects in about one half hour [TRUNCATED]

Identiferoai:union.ndltd.org:bu.edu/oai:open.bu.edu:2144/31408
Date January 1963
CreatorsPhilpott, Delbert E.
PublisherBoston University
Source SetsBoston University
Languageen_US
Detected LanguageEnglish
TypeThesis/Dissertation
RightsBased on investigation of the BU Libraries' staff, this work is free of known copyright restrictions.

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