What are the Functional Consequences of Reversible Injury?
Despite the morphological changes, cells undergoing reversible injury can still maintain their basic functions. However, there are some functional consequences, such as:
Decreased ATP Production: Reduced efficiency in energy production due to mitochondrial damage. Altered Membrane Permeability: Increased permeability can lead to ion imbalances and further cellular swelling. Impaired Protein Synthesis: Disruption of the endoplasmic reticulum affects the synthesis and folding of proteins.
