Diphtheria bacteria, TEM
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Diphtheria bacteria, TEM
Diphtheria bacteria. Coloured transmission electron micrograph of a section through a group of Corynebacterium diphtheriae bacteria, the causative agent of the disease diphtheria. The Gram-positive bacteria are inhaled or contracted by direct contact with an infected person. It produces a toxin that causes a sore throat, breathing difficulties and fever. It may also lead to heart damage, and can be fatal. Antibiotic drugs can treat the disease, and it is rare in the developed world. Magnification: x20, 000 at 6x4.5cm size
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Bacteria Bacterial Bacteriology Bacterium Corynebacterium Diphtheriae Diphtheria Disease Causing Electron Micrograph Micro Organism Micro Organisms Microbe Microbes Pathological Transmission Micro Biology Pathogen
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This print showcases the intricate world of Diphtheria bacteria, as captured through a transmission electron microscope. The image reveals a group of Corynebacterium diphtheriae bacteria, which are responsible for causing the dreaded disease known as diphtheria. These Gram-positive bacteria can be inhaled or transmitted through direct contact with an infected individual. Once inside the body, they release a potent toxin that triggers symptoms such as a sore throat, breathing difficulties, and fever. In severe cases, diphtheria can even lead to heart damage and prove fatal. Fortunately, antibiotic drugs have proven effective in treating this dangerous disease. As a result, it has become rare in developed countries where medical advancements are readily available. At 20,000 times magnification and printed at 6x4.5cm size, this colored transmission electron micrograph offers viewers an up-close look at these pathogenic microbes responsible for causing significant harm to human health. It serves as a reminder of the importance of scientific research and medical interventions in combating infectious diseases like diphtheria. This remarkable print is part of Science Photo Library's extensive collection on bacteriology and microbiology – fields dedicated to studying microscopic organisms that play crucial roles in both our lives and our well-being.
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