Which of the following describes the staining appearance of Parietal cells in a standard H&E section?
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Correct answer: Intensely eosinophilic (pink/red)
Parietal cells are highly eosinophilic because they contain an exceptionally high density of mitochondria. These mitochondria provide the ATP necessary for the active transport of ions during acid production.
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