This established handbook is unique in illustrating and reviewing the cell and extracellular matrix, organelle by organelle (with numerous subsections) with emphasis on human pathology. Anyone studying normal or pathological tissues whether human, animal, or tissue culture, by conventional transmission electron microscopy for diagnosis or research, will use this book to understand what it is they are examining—without having to go through large volumes of previously published articles.

Key Features:

• Illustrates cell ultrastructure with electron micrographs


• Reviews extracellular matrix structure


• Assists pathologists in diagnosis of cellular pathologies


• Includes contributions from an international team of leading researchers