What are the Key Histological Features of Autorhythmic Cells?
Autorhythmic cells can be identified by their histological characteristics. In cardiac tissue, these cells are smaller and contain fewer contractile fibers compared to regular cardiomyocytes. They have a high density of gap junctions, which facilitate the rapid spread of electrical signals. Additionally, autorhythmic cells have a high mitochondrial content to meet their metabolic demands.
