What are the Histological Features of RSV Infection?
Histologically, RSV infection is characterized by several key features:
Syncytia Formation: Multinucleated giant cells are seen in the respiratory epithelium. Cytoplasmic Inclusion Bodies: These are eosinophilic inclusions found within the cytoplasm of infected cells. Epithelial Cell Necrosis: Damage and death of the epithelial cells lining the respiratory tract. Mucus Production: Increased mucus secretion due to goblet cell hyperplasia. Inflammatory Response: Infiltration of immune cells such as lymphocytes and neutrophils.
