Schaumann bodies

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In pathology, Schaumann bodies are calcium and protein inclusions inside of Langhans giant cells as part of a granuloma.

Schaumann bodies in (sarcoidosis). H&E stain.

Pathology with Schaumann bodies

  • Sarcoidosis,
  • Hypersensitivity pneumonitis
  • Tuberculosis (uncommon)
  • Berylliosis
  • Crohn's disease (uncommon)


Note:

  • Named after swedish pathologist Jörgen Nilsen Schaumann



See also: Asteroid body