Etymology

Russell body

Today it means: A PAS+, eosinophilic, cytoplasmic immunoglobulin-containing inclusion consisting of distended endoplasmic reticulum, usually found in abnormal plasma cells. Full definition →

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The story

Named for William Russell (1852-1940), a Scottish physician.

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