Mitochondrial Division in Rat Cardiomyocytes: An Electron Microscope Study

作者:Fujioka Hisashi*; Tandler Bernard; Hoppel Charles L
来源:Anatomical Record-Advances in Integrative Anatomy and Evolutionary Biology, 2012, 295(9): 1455-1461.
DOI:10.1002/ar.22523

摘要

In cardiomyocytes of rats, two distinct mitochondrial division processes are in operation. The predominant process involves extension of a single crista until it spans the full width of a mitochondrion. Ingrowth of the outer membrane ultimately results in scission. The second division process involves pinching, in which narrowing of the organelle at specific surface locations leads to its attenuation. When limiting membranes from opposite sides meet, mitochondrial fission ensues. When pinching is the operative mode, elements of sarcoplasmic reticulum always are associated with the membrane constrictions. The nuclear control mechanisms that determine which modality of mitochondrial division will prevail are unknown. Anat Rec, 2012.

  • 出版日期2012-9