Connective Tissue Collection (page 2)

Anatomy of human thigh muscles, anterior view

Cutaway view of female breast with woman figure showing lymphatic glands
Woman breast cutaway, cross section diagram with woman figure showing lymphatic glands

Acute coronary syndrome - microvascular obstruction

Interior view of heart with detail of muscle cells and atherosclerotic artery. Chest x-ray in background

Retina of a normal eye

Thrombus forming on valve within vein

Normal artery compared to plaque and thrombus formation in artery

Retina with advanced diabetic retinopathy, showing increased scar tissue, hemorrhaging and diffuse vitreous blood (blurred appearance)

Osteoclast breaking down bone tissue

Astigmatism and correction with corrective lens

Artery showing atherosclerotic plaque, platelets and red blood cells
Close-up of artery showing atherosclerotic plaque, platelets and red blood cells

Microscopic view of bone fibre

Anatomy of human eye

Typical synovial joint

Detail of human knee showing arthroscopic surgical proceedures

Schematic showing hip and leg motion

Diagram of a retinal detachment

Retina of eye with glaucoma

Retina with neovascularization showing retinal hemorrhaging

Anatomy of human eye showing focal points

Conceptual image of alveolus

Conceptual image of alveoli

Osteoblasts building healthy bone

Woman torso with breast cutaway, cross section

Anatomy of human salivary glands

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)

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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.