FUCHSIN BODIES Meaning and
Definition
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Fuchsin bodies, also known as Russell bodies, refer to abnormally accumulated immune globulins or other proteins within the cytoplasm of plasma cells. These structures were first described by William R. Russell, hence the alternative name.
Fuchsin bodies are typically found in the context of certain pathological conditions, such as chronic inflammation, autoimmune diseases, or plasma cell dyscrasias, including multiple myeloma. The excessive production and accumulation of immunoglobulins that occurs in these disorders can sometimes overwhelm the protein processing mechanisms within plasma cells, leading to the formation of Fuchsin bodies.
To visualize Fuchsin bodies, histopathological staining techniques, such as polychrome methylene blue, can be used. Under microscopic examination, these structures appear as eosinophilic, round, or oval inclusions usually measuring 1-10 micrometers in diameter. Fuchsin bodies can often be observed in the cytoplasm around the nucleus of plasma cells.
Although Fuchsin bodies are generally considered to be benign, their presence can be indicative of underlying pathological conditions. Therefore, their detection and further analysis may assist in diagnosing and monitoring certain diseases. Additionally, the identification of Fuchsin bodies can aid in distinguishing plasma cell dyscrasias from benign conditions or other types of neoplasms. Further research is still needed to fully understand the mechanisms of formation and the broader implications of Fuchsin bodies in disease processes.
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Russell's bodies, hyaline bodies.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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Etymology of FUCHSIN BODIES
The word "fuchsin" originated from the German language. It is derived from the German word "Fuchs" meaning fox, and the suffix "-in" denoting a female gender.
The term "fuchsin bodies" specifically refers to eosinophilic globules or granules found in certain tissues or cells, which are stained with fuchsin dyes. The inclusion of "bodies" in the term highlights the distinctive appearance of these eosinophilic structures.
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