Which histological feature characterizes the hepatic sinusoids?
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Correct answer: Discontinuous endothelium with fenestrae
Hepatic sinusoids are specialized capillaries with a highly permeable, discontinuous endothelium. This allows plasma (but not blood cells) to directly contact hepatocytes in the Space of Disse for efficient nutrient processing.
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