All of the following statements are true regarding reversible cell injury, except______________?

Correct answer: A. Formation of amorphous densities in the mitochondrial matix

  • A. Formation of amorphous densities in the mitochondrial matix
  • B. Diminished generation of adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
  • C. Formation of blebs in the plasma membrane
  • D. Detachment of ribosomes from the granular endoplasmic reticulum

Explanation

Amorphous densities in the mitochondrial matrix indicate severe mitochondrial damage and are a feature of irreversible cell injury. ATP depletion, membrane blebbing and ribosomal detachment can occur during reversible injury.

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