Connective Tissue Collection (#3)

Conceptual image of human lungs

Cross section of human eye

Osteoclasts eroding bone in osteoporosis

Bones, Connective tissue, Cartilage under microscope
Medicine - Human Histology - Bones - Connective tissue - Cartilage under microscope

Bones, Connective tissue, Articular cartilage under microscope
Medicine - Human Histology - Bones - Connective tissue - Articular cartilage under microscope

Cartilage
Medicine - Human Histology - Bones - Connective tissue - Cartilage under microscope

Melorheostosis of the knee, X-ray C017 / 7146
Melorheostosis of the knee. X-ray of left knee of a 52 year old male patient showing damage (white area at centre) caused by melorheostosis

Lower leg and foot fascia, 1831 artwork
Lower leg and foot fascia. Lateral views of the partitions of the fascia of the muscles of the leg and foot. Fascia are fibrous connective tissues that surround muscles and other tissues

Hair follicle, SEM C014 / 0382
Hair follicle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through a hair shaft and follicle (round structures at centre)

Cartilage cell, TEM C014 / 1432
Cartilage cell. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a chondrocyte cell from hyaline cartilage of the trachea (windpipe)

Melorheostosis of the knee, X-ray C017 / 7145
Melorheostosis of the knee. X-ray of left knee of a 52 year old male patient showing damage (white area to bottom left of knee cap) caused by melorheostosis

Melorheostosis of the knee, X-ray C017 / 7144
Melorheostosis of the knee. X-ray of left knee of a 52 year old male patient showing damage (white area to bottom left of knee cap) caused by melorheostosis

Hair follicle, SEM C014 / 0383
Hair follicle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through a hair shaft and follicle (round structures at centre)

Type IV collagen, molecular model F006 / 9511
Type IV collagen, molecular model. Collagen is a long structural protein, formed from amino acids that make up polypeptide strands that twist around each other

Hairy scalp skin, light micrograph
Hairy scalp skin. Light micrograph of a section through healthy skin from a human scalp, showing the numerous hair follicles. The scalp is an example of hairy skin

Stem cell dying, SEM
Stem cell dying. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a stem cell undergoing apoptosis, or programmed cell death. Apoptosis occurs when a cell becomes old or damaged

Mesenchymal stem cells, SEM
Mesenchymal stem cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of two human mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs). MSCs are multipotent stromal (connective tissue)

Capillary, TEM
Capillary. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a capillary, showing two red blood cells (erythrocytes, black) in its interior

Fat tissue, stereoscopic SEM
Fat tissue. Coloured stereoscopic (3D) scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a sample of fat tissue, showing fat cells (adipocytes, round) surrounded by fine strands of supportive connective tissue

Myelinated nerve tissue, TEM
Myelinated nerve tissue. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through myelinated nerve fibres (axons). Each axon is coated with many layers of myelin

Trachea lining, SEM C015 / 9939
Trachea lining. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through the lining of the trachea (wind pipe). The trachea links the larynx (voice box) to the lungs

Connective tissue, SEM C015 / 9929
Connective tissue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of connective tissue from the trachea (wind pipe). Connective tissue supports other tissues and organs

Heart tissue, SEM C015 / 9598
Heart tissue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of heart tissue with red blood cells (erythrocytes, red) and connective tissue (orange)

Gastritis, light micrograph C016 / 0508
Gastritis. Light micrograph of a section through an inflamed human stomach (gastritis), showing an abnormal accumulation of white blood cells (leucocytes)

Gastritis, light micrograph C016 / 0507
Gastritis. Light micrograph of a section through an inflamed human stomach (gastritis), showing an abnormal accumulation of white blood cells (leucocytes)

Connective tissue, SEM C015 / 9933
Connective tissue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of connective tissue from the trachea (wind pipe). Connective tissue supports other tissues and organs

Connective tissue, SEM C015 / 9926
Connective tissue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of connective tissue from the trachea (wind pipe). Connective tissue supports other tissues and organs

Connective tissue, SEM C015 / 9928
Connective tissue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of connective tissue from the trachea (wind pipe). Connective tissue supports other tissues and organs

Connective tissue, SEM C015 / 9932
Connective tissue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of connective tissue from the trachea (wind pipe). Connective tissue supports other tissues and organs

Connective tissue, SEM C015 / 9930
Connective tissue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of connective tissue from the trachea (wind pipe). Connective tissue supports other tissues and organs

Connective tissue, SEM C015 / 9931
Connective tissue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of connective tissue from the trachea (wind pipe). Connective tissue supports other tissues and organs

Stratified squamous epithelium C016 / 0534
Stratified squamous epithelium. Light micrograph of a section through stratified squamous epithelium, showing the multiple layers, or strata, that function to resist abrasion of the surface

Connective tissue, SEM C015 / 9934
Connective tissue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of connective tissue from the trachea (wind pipe). Connective tissue supports other tissues and organs

Gelatin powder and sheets C015 / 8096
Gelatin powder and sheets. Pure gelatin forms clear sheets (left). Colours (right) can be added with dyes or food colourings

Trachea muscle, SEM C015 / 9935
Trachea muscle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of smooth muscle from the trachea. The trachea (wind pipe) runs from the larynx (voice box) to the lungs

Uterine fibroid, X-ray C014 / 4919
Uterus tumour. Coloured X-ray of the abdomen of a woman with a fibroid (round, centre) in her uterus. A fibroid is a fibrous benign tumour originating from muscular tissue (leimyoma)

Uterine fibroid, X-ray C014 / 4918
Uterus tumour. Coloured X-ray of the abdomen of a woman with a fibroid (orange, round) in her uterus. A fibroid is a fibrous benign tumour originating from muscular tissue (leimyoma)

Fascia of the thigh, 1831 artwork
Fascia of the thigh. Lateral view (front of body at right) of the external fascia of the muscles of the thigh. Fascia are fibrous connective tissues that surround muscles and other tissues

Arteriole, TEM
Arteriole. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a small calibre arterial vessel called an arteriole

Liver portal triad, light micrograph C016 / 8490
Liver portal triad. Fluorescence deconvolution micrograph of a section through a portal triad in liver tissue, showing hepatocyte cells (red)

Liver portal triad, light micrograph C016 / 8489
Liver portal triad. Fluorescence deconvolution micrograph of a section through a portal triad in liver tissue, showing hepatocyte cells (red)

Liver portal triad, light micrograph C016 / 8488
Liver portal triad. Fluorescence deconvolution micrograph of a section through a portal triad in liver tissue, showing hepatocyte cells (red)

Muscle tissue, light micrograph C014 / 4598
Muscle tissue. Light micrograph of a section through fibrous connective tissue from a longitudinal muscle tendon

Male pelvic floor, artwork
Male pelvic floor. Computer artwork showing muscles of the pelvic floor. The front of the pelvis is at top. The large triangular muscles at the front of the pelvis is the deep transverse perineal

Pelvic floor, artwork
Male pelvic floor. Computer artwork showing the levator ani muscle of the pelvic floor. The pelvic floor provides support to the pelvic organs, such as the bladder and prostate

Pelvis, artwork
Pelvis. Computer artwork of the pelvis showing the ligaments (white), nerves (yellow) and muscles (pink). Ligaments are bands of connective tissue that connect bones

Forearm muscles, artwork
Forearm muscles. Anatomical computer artwork showing the bones (white), muscles (red), and tendons and ligaments (blue) of a human forearm, wrist and hand

Hip ligaments, artwork
Hip ligaments. Computer artwork of a human hip, showing the four ligaments (purple) that connect the femur (thigh bone, lower right) to the pelvis to support the hip joint

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Connective tissue is a remarkable network that holds our bodies together, providing support and structure to various organs and systems. In the anatomy of the human knee joint, connective tissue plays a crucial role in maintaining stability and allowing smooth movement. Lactating breast tissue, as seen under a light microscope, showcases the intricate arrangement of connective fibers that aid in milk production. Examining tendons through scanning electron microscopy reveals their strong composition primarily made up of collagen fibers. These tough yet flexible strands provide resilience and enable efficient transmission of forces between muscles and bones. Artwork depicting outer ankle ligaments (C013 / 4452) illustrates how connective tissue safeguards joints from excessive movements while ensuring proper alignment during physical activities. Similarly, inner ankle ligaments (C013 / 4451) contribute to joint stability by connecting bones within the ankle region. Even on a microscopic level, connective tissue continues to amaze us. Computer artwork showcasing red blood cells highlights their vital role in transporting oxygen throughout our body via an intricate network of capillaries embedded within this specialized type of connective tissue. Delving into human tooth anatomy through artwork unveils another aspect where they are present – supporting structures like periodontal ligament that anchor teeth firmly within the jawbone. Fibroblast cells depicted in artwork demonstrate their pivotal function in synthesizing extracellular matrix components such as collagen and elastin – essential for wound healing and maintaining overall tissue integrity. Mesenchymal stem cells captured using scanning electron microscopy exhibit immense potential for regenerative medicine due to their ability to differentiate into various cell types found within different types of connective tissues. The optic nerve fibers imaged under SEM highlight how delicate yet resilient these structures are, responsible for transmitting visual information from our eyes to the brain with utmost precision thanks to surrounding supportive connective tissues. Lastly, examining fat tissue at high magnification reveals its unique structure composed mainly of adipocytes, which store energy and provide insulation.