Histopathologic study of lichen planus shows:
Correct Answer: Presence of T-Lymphocytes predominantly
Description: Histologic features of lichen planus include:
Saw, tooth appearance of retepegs
Liquefaction degeneration of basal layer which is replaced by thin band of eosinophilic coagulum
Presence of civatte bodies
Characteristic band Like subepithelial mononuclear infiltrate consisting of T- lymphocytes and histiocytes sharply limited to papillary and most superficial portion of the reticular layers of connective tissue
Hyperparakeratosis or hyperorthokeratosis
Thickening of granular layer
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