Capillary and red blood cell, TEM
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Capillary and red blood cell, TEM
Capillary and red blood cell, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). This cross-section shows a single red blood cell almost filling the lumen of the capillary. Capillaries are the smallest blood vessels, only a few micrometres across, just large enough for the passage of red blood cells. The capillary lining consists of endothelial cells. Red blood cells carry oxygen to body tissues and carry away carbon dioxide (the waste product of respiration)
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Cell Biology Colored Cross Section Endothelium Erythrocyte Histological Histology Lumen Microscope Red Blood Cell Tissue Transmission Electron Transmission Electron Micrograph Vascular Wall Circulation Circulatory System Section Sectioned
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This print from Science Photo Library showcases the intricate world of our circulatory system. In this coloured transmission electron micrograph, we are granted a glimpse into the microscopic realm where capillaries and red blood cells coexist. The image reveals a cross-section of a single red blood cell occupying almost the entire space within the capillary's lumen. Capillaries, being the tiniest blood vessels measuring only a few micrometres across, serve as vital conduits for red blood cells to navigate through. The lining of these delicate vessels consists of endothelial cells that facilitate efficient oxygen delivery to body tissues while removing carbon dioxide, a byproduct of respiration. Immersed in vibrant hues, this snapshot delves deep into biology and tissue structure. It highlights the normalcy and healthiness of our biological systems at such minute scales. Through its lens, we witness how red blood cells dutifully transport life-sustaining oxygen throughout our bodies. With its meticulous sectioning and precise microscopy techniques, this photograph offers an awe-inspiring view into cellular biology. It underscores the importance of understanding histology and histological processes within our own human bodies. Science Photo Library has once again captured an extraordinary moment in time with their transmission electron micrograph masterpiece – revealing both beauty and complexity hidden within us all.
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