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Cyto - Gynae - L1 -N33*
The arrows point to Lactobacillus ( Doderlein bacillus) which are the most common non-pathogenic inhabitant of the vagina.
These aerobic, Gram +ve rods produce enzymes which lead to the cytolysis of glycogen producing cells (intermediate squamous cells). Seen predominantly during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle and in pregnancy.
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| Last updated: | 10 May 2022 |
| First contributed: | 15 September 2021 |
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