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Created page with "'''Staining''': HE '''Organ''': Lung '''Description''': The lung parenchyme is normal, however some large nodules can be seen. These nodules have two zones, the peripheral zone and central zone. Anthracosis is also present. The peripheral zone contains macrophages and fibroblasts. The central zone contains scar tissue and no cells. '''Diagnosis''': Silicosis '''Causes''': * Silica dust inhalation '''Theory''': The central zone contains no cells, so it can be mi..."
(Created page with "'''Staining''': HE '''Organ''': Lung '''Description''': The lung parenchyme is normal, however some large nodules can be seen. These nodules have two zones, the peripheral zone and central zone. Anthracosis is also present. The peripheral zone contains macrophages and fibroblasts. The central zone contains scar tissue and no cells. '''Diagnosis''': Silicosis '''Causes''': * Silica dust inhalation '''Theory''': The central zone contains no cells, so it can be mi...")
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