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Science 24 August 1962:
Vol. 137. no. 3530, pp. 600 - 601
DOI: 10.1126/science.137.3530.600
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Neuroepithelial Component of the Urethra and Urogenital Junction of the Rat

Paul L. Risley 1 and Chris N. Skrepetos 1

1 Department of Biology, University of Oregon, Eugene

Specialized cells in the epithelium react for cholinesterases when tested by the Koelle thiocholine method. Their morphology and contiguity with cholinesterase-positive nerves suggests receptor function. Impulses originating from them might relate to sensations or muscular reflexes involved in micturition and ejaculation, or both. If they are effector units, special secretory, excretory, or absorptive functions are indicated for cells of probable neural origin.

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