Podocyte Collection

Kidney glomerulus, SEM
Kidney glomerulus, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Podocyte cells, which make up the surface of the glomerulus, are yellow. Magnification: x650 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Renal glomerulus
The renal glomerulus is a network (tuft) of capillaries that performs the first step of filtering blood

Anatomy of bowmans glomerular capsule

Artist depcition of glomerulus capillaries

Renal Corpuscle and the filtration membrane. Glomerular capillary surrounded by podocytes

Glomerulus, TEM
Glomerulus. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a nephron in a human kidney, showing a cluster of capillaries within a renal corpuscle, also known as a glomerulus

Kidney glomerulus, TEM C016 / 5831
Kidney glomerulus. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a renal glomerulus. At centre left is a capillary with a red blood cell (black) in its lumen

Kidney podocyte cells, SEM
Kidney podocyte cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of podocyte cells on the surface of a kidney glomerulus. Podocytes possess branching, foot-like processes (red/brown)

Kidney filtration, SEM
Kidney filtration. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of tissue from a healthy kidney, showing the glomerular structure. The surface of a glomerulus is encased in podocyte cells (purple)

Coloured SEM of podocytes in the human kidney
Kidney glomerulus. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of podocyte cells on a glomerulus in the kidney. Glomeruli are made up of a tight knot of blood capillaries covered in podocyte cells

Glomerular capillary, TEM
Glomerular capillary. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through kidney tissue, showing a capillary from a glomerulus. Glomeruli filter waste products from the blood

Bowmans capsule, diagram
Bowmans capsule. Diagram showing the anatomical structure of a Bowmans capsule and glomerulus in a kidney

Glomerular anatomy, diagram
Glomerular anatomy. Diagram of the anatomical structure of a glomerulus in a kidney

Kidney glomerulus surface, SEM
Kidney glomerulus surface. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of podocyte cells (orange) on the surface of a kidney glomerulus. These have branching processes (pedicles) that interlock

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The podocyte, a crucial component of the kidney's filtration system, plays a vital role in maintaining our body's fluid balance. Found within the renal glomerulus, these specialized cells form intricate foot-like extensions that wrap around capillaries, creating a unique structure known as the filtration membrane. Through their delicate interdigitating processes called pedicels, podocytes create tiny gaps or slits called filtration slits. These slits allow for selective passage of essential substances while preventing larger molecules like proteins from escaping into the urine. In an artist's depiction of the glomerulus capillaries, we can visualize how podocytes embrace and support these blood vessels with their complex network of foot processes. This arrangement ensures efficient filtration by providing both structural stability and flexibility to adapt to varying pressures. When examining the anatomy of Bowman's glomerular capsule under a scanning electron microscope (SEM), we witness the intricate architecture formed by podocytes surrounding it. Their presence is crucial in maintaining proper function and preventing leakage during ultrafiltration. Further magnification using transmission electron microscopy (TEM) reveals detailed images showcasing individual podocytes' fine structures within the glomerulus. The TEM images provide us with invaluable insights into their morphology and organization at an even more microscopic level. These captivating SEM images capture multiple views of kidney glomeruli, emphasizing how integral they are to this complex organ's functionality. Their strategic placement allows them to regulate fluid balance effectively while ensuring waste products are eliminated efficiently through urine formation. In summary, whether observed through SEM or TEM imaging techniques or depicted by talented artists capturing its essence visually, exploring the world of podocytes offers us glimpses into one aspect of renal physiology that keeps our bodies functioning optimally – filtering out waste while preserving essential substances for overall health and well-being.