The appearance of 'myelin figures' in injured cells represents:
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Correct answer: Phospholipid membrane whorls
Myelin figures are large, whorled phospholipid masses derived from damaged cell membranes. They are seen in both reversible and irreversible injury, though they are more prominent in necrosis.
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