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Slide 56-Human aorta: elastic tissue |
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A higher-power view of the tunica media stained with hematoxylin and eosin does not reveal the numerous elastic lamellae that are a major component of the wall of conducting arteries. Because of their refractile nature, elastic lamellae can be viewed when the aperture diaphragm is closed down. |