This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: General anatomy, Subject name: Anatomy
The following is equivalent to rough endoplasmic reticulum in function: 
Select and explain. 
A. Nissl bodies, B. Axon, C. Dendrites, D. All
A: Nissl bodies
Answer: A: Nissl bodies 
Explanation: Nissl bodies are the site of protein synthesis in a neuron They are equivalent to rough endoplasmic reticulum in function