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Buttock Cell[edit]

A Sézary cell, a type of buttock cell, under a microscope.

A buttock cell is a term used in hematology to describe a specific morphological appearance of certain lymphocytes that are often seen in various hematological disorders. These cells are characterized by their distinctive shape, which resembles the contour of human buttocks. This appearance is typically observed in certain types of leukemia and lymphoma, particularly in Sézary syndrome.

Morphology[edit]

Buttock cells are a type of atypical lymphocyte that exhibit a characteristic indentation or cleft in the nucleus, giving them their unique shape. The cytoplasm of these cells is usually abundant and may appear basophilic. The nuclear chromatin is often coarse, and nucleoli may be present.

Clinical Significance[edit]

The presence of buttock cells can be an important diagnostic feature in the evaluation of certain hematological conditions. They are most commonly associated with:

Sézary syndrome: A type of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma where buttock cells, also known as Sézary cells, are found in the peripheral blood.
Mycosis fungoides: Another form of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma where similar cells may be observed.
Other lymphoproliferative disorders: Buttock cells may occasionally be seen in other conditions, although they are not as specific.

Diagnostic Techniques[edit]

The identification of buttock cells is typically performed through peripheral blood smear examination using light microscopy. In some cases, additional techniques such as flow cytometry or immunohistochemistry may be employed to further characterize these cells and aid in diagnosis.

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-'''Buttock Cell''' is a term used in the field of [[medicine]] and [[biology]] to describe a specific type of cell found in the [[buttock]] region of the human body. The exact nature and function of these cells can vary, but they are generally involved in the formation and maintenance of [[tissue]] in this area.
+== Buttock Cell ==
-==Structure and Function==
+[[File:Hem1SezaryCell2.jpg|thumb|right|A Sézary cell, a type of buttock cell, under a microscope.]]
-The structure of a buttock cell is similar to that of other [[human cells]], with a [[nucleus]], [[cytoplasm]], and [[cell membrane]]. However, these cells are specialized to perform specific functions related to the buttock region. This can include the production of [[collagen]] and [[elastin]], two proteins that are essential for maintaining the elasticity and firmness of the skin.
+A '''buttock cell''' is a term used in [[hematology]] to describe a specific morphological appearance of certain [[lymphocytes]] that are often seen in various [[hematological disorders]]. These cells are characterized by their distinctive shape, which resembles the contour of human buttocks. This appearance is typically observed in certain types of [[leukemia]] and [[lymphoma]], particularly in [[Sézary syndrome]].
-Buttock cells also play a role in the storage of [[fat]]. The buttock region is one of the primary areas where the body stores excess fat, and the cells in this area are adapted to store large amounts of [[lipids]].
+== Morphology ==
-==Clinical Significance==
+Buttock cells are a type of [[atypical lymphocyte]] that exhibit a characteristic indentation or cleft in the nucleus, giving them their unique shape. The cytoplasm of these cells is usually abundant and may appear basophilic. The nuclear chromatin is often coarse, and nucleoli may be present.
-Buttock cells can be affected by a variety of medical conditions. For example, [[cellulite]] is a condition that affects the appearance of the skin in the buttock region, and is thought to be caused by changes in the structure and function of the underlying buttock cells.
+== Clinical Significance ==
-In addition, buttock cells can be used in [[medical research]] and [[clinical trials]]. For example, scientists can study these cells to better understand the biology of fat storage and metabolism, or to develop new treatments for conditions like cellulite.
+The presence of buttock cells can be an important diagnostic feature in the evaluation of certain hematological conditions. They are most commonly associated with:
-==See Also==
+* [[Sézary syndrome]]: A type of [[cutaneous T-cell lymphoma]] where buttock cells, also known as Sézary cells, are found in the peripheral blood.
+* [[Mycosis fungoides]]: Another form of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma where similar cells may be observed.
+* Other lymphoproliferative disorders: Buttock cells may occasionally be seen in other conditions, although they are not as specific.
-* [[Cell (biology)]]
+== Diagnostic Techniques ==
-* [[Buttocks]]
-* [[Cellulite]]
-* [[Fat]]
-==References==
+The identification of buttock cells is typically performed through [[peripheral blood smear]] examination using light microscopy. In some cases, additional techniques such as [[flow cytometry]] or [[immunohistochemistry]] may be employed to further characterize these cells and aid in diagnosis.
-<references />
+== Related Pages ==
-{{stub}}
+* [[Lymphocyte]]
+* [[Leukemia]]
+* [[Lymphoma]]
+* [[Sézary syndrome]]
+* [[Mycosis fungoides]]
-[[Category:Medicine]]
+[[Category:Hematology]]
-[[Category:Biology]]
-[[Category:Human cells]]