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Blood vessels from cardiac muscle, SEM
Blood vessels from cardiac muscle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a resin cast of blood vessels from cardiac muscle. Cardiac muscle is involuntary muscle that must be well supplied with blood for its continual contractions. Interrupted blood supply to cardiac muscle can lead to tissue death and a heart attack. This is a cast: the vessels were filled with a resin, which then set. The surrounding tissues were then eaten away chemically, leaving the cast of the vessels. Magnification: x850 when printed 10cm high
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Blood Capillaries Capillary Bed Cardiac Cast Circulatory Involuntary Muscular Orange Resin Supply System Vascular Vessel Vessels False Coloured
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This print showcases the intricate network of blood vessels from cardiac muscle. In this false-colored scanning electron micrograph (SEM), we are presented with a resin cast that beautifully highlights the complexity and importance of these vital structures. Cardiac muscle, being involuntary in nature, relies heavily on a continuous supply of oxygenated blood to sustain its rhythmic contractions. Any interruption in this blood supply can have dire consequences, potentially leading to tissue death and even a heart attack. The resin cast technique used here allows us to visualize the delicate capillaries and larger vessels that make up the cardiac vascular system. By filling these vessels with resin and allowing it to set, researchers were able to remove surrounding tissues chemically, leaving behind an exquisite replica of the intricate vessel network. At a magnification of x850 when printed at 10cm high, every minute detail is brought into focus. The vibrant orange hue adds an artistic touch while emphasizing the significance of these blood vessels within our anatomy. This image serves as a reminder of how interconnected our bodies truly are - showcasing both the beauty and fragility inherent in our cardiovascular system. It stands as a testament to scientific exploration and discovery, offering us insight into one aspect of human biology that is often hidden from view but plays such a crucial role in sustaining life itself.
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