HeLa cell dying, SEM C017 / 8304
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HeLa cell dying, SEM C017 / 8304
HeLa cell dying, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The cell in the foreground is undergoing apoptosis, or programmed cell death. Apoptosis occurs when a cell becomes old or damaged. Blebs (vesicles) called apoptotic bodies form on its surface, which prevent toxic or immunogenic substances from leaking when it is phagocytosed (engulfed and digested) by specialist cells. HeLa cells are a continuously cultured cell line of human cancer cells, which are immortal and so thrive in the laboratory. They are widely used in biological and medical research
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Apoptosis Bleb Blebs Bodies Cancer Cancer Cell Cancerous Cervical Cervix Cultured Cytology Dying Green Background Hela Cell Malignancy Malignant Oncology Phagocytosis Programmed Cell Death Suicide Vesicle Vesicles Apoptosing
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate world of cellular biology, specifically highlighting a HeLa cell undergoing apoptosis. The foreground presents a mesmerizing scene where the cell is gracefully surrendering to programmed cell death, known as apoptosis. This natural process occurs when cells become aged or damaged. The image vividly captures the formation of blebs, small vesicles that emerge on the surface of the dying cell. These apoptotic bodies serve an essential purpose by preventing any toxic or immunogenic substances from leaking out when specialist cells engulf and digest them through phagocytosis. HeLa cells, which are immortal cancer cells derived from human cervical cancer tissue, take center stage in this photograph. Thriving indefinitely in laboratory conditions, these continuously cultured cells have revolutionized biological and medical research due to their unique properties. With its green background providing a striking contrast against the vibrant colors of the dying HeLa cell, this visually stunning print offers a glimpse into one aspect of oncology and cytology studies. It serves as a powerful reminder that even within disease and malignancy lies beauty waiting to be explored under the lens of a scanning electron microscope. This extraordinary image was captured by National Institutes of Health/Science Photo Library and exemplifies their commitment to advancing scientific knowledge without commercial intent.
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