What is the Histological Appearance of Chromaffin Cells?
Histologically, chromaffin cells are large, polyhedral cells with abundant cytoplasm. They typically have a granular appearance due to the presence of secretory vesicles containing catecholamines. When stained with chromium salts, these granules appear brownish, giving the cells their characteristic look. Electron microscopy reveals dense-core granules, which are indicative of their secretory nature.
