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AIDS viruses budding from a cell, TEM
AIDS virus particles budding from the membrane of their host cell, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). AIDS is a disease caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV, red). The virus attacks CD4+ T-lymphocytes (brown), white blood cells that are a crucial part of the bodys immune system. It enters the cell, hijacks the cells machinery to make more copies of the virus, and the new virus particles then burst from the membrane of the cell, killing it. This severely weakens the immune system, causing AIDS. The disease makes the patient susceptible to diseases that would otherwise be harmless. Magnification: x58, 000 when printed 10cm wide
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This print from Science Photo Library showcases the intricate and deadly process of AIDS virus particles budding from a host cell. In this coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM), we witness the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in its destructive glory, as it attacks CD4+ T-lymphocytes - essential white blood cells that form a crucial part of our immune system. The image reveals how HIV infiltrates these defense cells, hijacking their machinery to replicate itself. The new virus particles then burst forth from the cell's membrane, leading to its demise. This relentless attack severely weakens the immune system, ultimately resulting in Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS). With a magnification of x58,000 when printed 10cm wide, this photograph provides an up-close look at the microscopic world within our bodies. The false-coloured representation adds depth and clarity to highlight key elements such as the brown CD4+ T-lymphocytes and red HIV particles. By shedding light on this complex biological phenomenon, this image serves as a reminder of both the devastating impact of AIDS on individuals worldwide and the ongoing scientific efforts aimed at understanding and combating this disease. It underscores the importance of virology research in developing effective treatments and prevention strategies for sexually transmitted infections like HIV/AIDS.
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