Cell infected with HIV, SEM C017 / 8337
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Cell infected with HIV, SEM C017 / 8337
Cell infected with HIV. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of HIV particles (yellow) budding from the membrane of a host cell. HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) attacks CD4+ T-lymphocytes (specialised white blood cells), which are crucial in the bodys immune system. It enters the cell and makes many copies of itself, which then destroy the cell as they emerge through its membrane. This severely weakens the immune system, causing AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). Magnification: x90, 000 when printed at 10 centimetres tall
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Acquired Immune Deficiency Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Aids Budding Cell Membrane Cell Surface Colored Enveloped Exiting Host Cell Human Immunodeficiency Virus Immunological Immunology Infected Infection Leaving Leucocyte Leukocyte Lymphocyte Microbiology Particle Particles Pathogenic Propagation Reproducing Retrovirus Rna Virus Sexually Transmitted Spreading Syndrome T Cell Viral Virion Virions Virology Viruses White Blood Cell Microbiological Pathogen Virus
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a cell infected with HIV, providing a vivid visual representation of the devastating effects of this virus on the human body. The image, taken using a scanning electron microscope (SEM), reveals the intricate details of HIV particles (colored yellow) budding from the membrane of a host cell. HIV, known as the human immunodeficiency virus, specifically targets CD4+ T-lymphocytes - specialized white blood cells crucial to our immune system's functioning. Once inside these cells, HIV replicates itself in large numbers until it eventually destroys its host by emerging through its membrane. This destructive process severely weakens the immune system and leads to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). With a magnification level of x90,000 when printed at 10 centimeters tall, this photograph highlights both the biological beauty and sinister nature of HIV infection. It serves as an important reminder that viruses like HIV can have profound consequences for our health. The image also underscores the significance of virology and immunology research in understanding and combating infectious diseases such as AIDS. By studying pathogens like HIV at such microscopic levels, scientists gain valuable insights into their behavior and develop strategies to prevent their spread. This striking SEM print is part of Science Photo Library's collection provided by NIBSC/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY – an invaluable resource for scientific education and exploration.
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