Light Micrograph Collection (page 9)

Blood cells, light micrograph
Blood cells. Light micrograph of red blood cells (erythrocytes, light blue) and white blood cells (leucocytes, nuclei stained purple)

Chediak-Higashi syndrome, micrograph
Chediak-Higashi syndrome. Light micrograph of blood cells in a case of Chediak-Higashi syndrome. The cells include neutrophil white blood cells with abnormal granules

Metastatic breast cancer, micrograph
Metastatic breast cancer. Light micrograph of blood cells in a case of metastatic (secondary) medullary breast cancer. Medullary breast cancer is a rare form of breast cancer that is diagnosed by

Ciliate protozoan, light micrograph
Ciliate protozoan. Darkfield illuminated light micrograph of a ciliate protozoan, showing green algae (green) that it has ingested

Metastatic lung cancer, micrograph
Metastatic lung cancer. Light micrograph of blood cells in a case of metastatic (secondary) medullary lung cancer. Medullary cancer (carcinoma)

Multiple sclerosis, light micrograph
Multiple sclerosis. Light micrograph of a section through the brain showing a large area of demyelinated nerve fibres (light pink, top) due to multiple sclerosis

Pineal gland, light micrograph. The pineal gland is a small endocrine gland located near to the centre of the brain, between the two hemispheres

Alders anomaly, light micrograph
Alders anomaly. Light micrograph of an abnormal lymphocyte white blood cell (centre) from a blood sample in a case of Alders anomaly

Bambusina desmids, light micrograph
Bambusina desmids. Polarised light micrograph of a colony of Bambusina sp. desmid green algae. Desmids are a common group of freshwater single-celled algae that have intricate cell walls

Midge eggs, light micrograph
Midge eggs. Differential interference contrast (DIC) micrograph of the eggs of a non-biting midge (family Chironomidae). Midge refers to many kinds of very small two-winged flies found world-wide

Acute leukaemia, light micrograph
Acute leukaemia. Light micrograph of blood cells from bone marrow in a case of acute leukaemia. These cells include a polynuclear degranulated basophil and myeloblasts

Chebarkul meteorite fragment C015 / 2860
Chebarkul meteorite fragment seen through a microscope. This research is being carried out at the Vernadsky Institute, Moscow, Russia

Water droplets, light micrograph. Differential interference contrast (DIC) micrograph of water droplets on a surface. Magnification: x278, when printed 10 centimetres wide

Thyroid follicles, light micrograph
Thyroid follicles. Light micrograph of a section through a thyroid gland showing the follicles. The follicles are lined by a single layer of cuboidal epithelial cells

Chronic myeloid leukaemia, micrograph
Chronic myeloid leukaemia. Light micrograph of blood cells from bone marrow in a case of chronic myeloid leukaemia. Leukaemia is a cancer where certain blood cells form in excess

Granulocyte blood cells, light micrograph
Granulocyte blood cells. Light micrograph of two types of granulocytes, a type of white blood cell (leucocyte). At left is a neutrophil, with an eosinophil at right

Reticulosarcoma, light micrograph
Reticulosarcoma. Light micrograph of reticulocyte blood cells (red, one at upper left) from a lymphatic ganglion in a case of reticulosarcoma

Langerhans cell histiocytosis, micrograph
Langerhans cell histiocytosis. Light micrograph of blood cells in a case of Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH), also called X-type histiocytosis

Rotifer, light micrograph
Rotifer. Darkfield illuminated light micrograph of a rotifer (phylum Rotifera). Rotifers (phylum Rotifera) are microscopic aquatic animals that are related to roundworms

Hodgkins disease, light micrograph
Hodgkins disease. Light micrograph of two non-dystrophic histiocyte blood cells (centre) in a case of Hodgkins disease, also called Hodgkins lymphoma

Chromosomes, light micrograph C016 / 6354
Chromosomes, light micrograph. This micrograph was obtained in 1934 during studies of chromosome structure in the salivary glands of Sciara (a genus of fungus gnats)

Gastritis, light micrograph C016 / 0508
Gastritis. Light micrograph of a section through an inflamed human stomach (gastritis), showing an abnormal accumulation of white blood cells (leucocytes)

Corpus luteum of ovary, light micrograph C016 / 0527
Corpus luteum of ovary. Light micrograph of a section through steroid-secreting luteal cells in the corpus luteum of an ovary. The corpus luteum develops from an ovulated follicle

Appendix, light micrograph C016 / 0510
Appendix. Light micrograph of a section through a human appendix. The appendix is a blind-ending small diameter tubular extension of the gut, arising from the caecum of the large bowel

Retina of the eye, light micrograph C016 / 0528
Retina of the eye. Light micrograph of a section through the retina from a human eye. From top down: nerve fibres of the optic nerve and a blood vessel; several layers of neurons (nerve cells)

Gastritis, light micrograph C016 / 0507
Gastritis. Light micrograph of a section through an inflamed human stomach (gastritis), showing an abnormal accumulation of white blood cells (leucocytes)

Cancellous bone, light micrograph C016 / 0509
Cancellous bone. Light micrograph of a section through cancellous, or spongy, bone. Constructed in a honeycomb-type architecture

Tongue, light micrograph C015 / 7105
Tongue. Light micrograph of a section through healthy tongue tissue. The surface of the tongue (across top) consists of stratified squamous epithelium (dark purple) with a rough keratinised surface

Colon polyp, light micrograph C016 / 0512
Colon polyp. Light micrograph of a section through part of a tubulovillous adenoma of the mucosa of the large bowel (colon)

Lens of the eye, light micrograph C016 / 0526
Lens of the eye. Light micrograph of a section through the lens from a human eye. The lens consists of thousands of precisely aligned stacks of fibres seen here end-on

Heart muscle, light micrograph C016 / 0517
Heart muscle. Light micrograph of a section through heart (cardiac) muscle tissue, showing cardiomyocyte muscle cells. These cells have a centrally located nucleus and are branched

Reticulosarcoma, light micrograph C015 / 7133
Reticulosarcoma. Light micrograph of reticulocyte blood cells (red, one at upper left) from a lymphatic ganglion in a case of reticulosarcoma

Brain glial cells, light micrograph C016 / 0524
Brain glial cells. Light micrograph of a section through brain tissue, showing numerous glial cells (dark). Glial cells, or neuroglia, are non-neural cells of the central nervous system (CNS)

Cirrhosis of liver, light micrograph C016 / 0530
Cirrhosis of liver. Light micrograph of a section through liver tissue, damaged by cirrhosis. Cirrhosis occurs as a result of a range of factors causing damage to liver function

Stratified squamous epithelium C016 / 0534
Stratified squamous epithelium. Light micrograph of a section through stratified squamous epithelium, showing the multiple layers, or strata, that function to resist abrasion of the surface

Nerve ganglion, light micrograph C016 / 0532
Nerve ganglion. Light micrograph of a section through a nerve ganglion of the peripheral nervous system, showing clusters of nerve cell bodies

Myelinated nerve fibres, light micrograph C016 / 0531
Myelinated nerve fibres. Light micrograph of a section through a spinal sensory nerve containing many closely packed axons exhibiting a wave-type appearance

Brenner tumour of the ovary C015 / 7137
Brenner tumour of the ovary. Light micrograph of a section through an ovary showing a Brenner tumour (centre). This rare benign (non-cancerous)

Colon, light micrograph C016 / 0516
Colon. Light micrograph of a section through the mucosa (inner epithelial lining) of the colon (large bowel), showing the typical arrangement of invaginations of columnar epithelial cells forming

Langerhans cell histiocytosis C015 / 7135
Langerhans cell histiocytosis. Light micrograph of a section through a lymph node showing Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH), also known as granulomatosis

Islet of Langerhans, light micrograph C016 / 0514
Islet of Langerhans. Light micrograph of a section through an islet of Langerhans in a pancreas. Scattered throughout the pancreas, the islets are endocrine cells that secrete a range of hormones

Blood cells, light micrograph C015 / 7130
Blood cells. Light micrograph of red blood cells (erythrocytes, red) and white blood cells (leucocytes, nuclei stained pink)

Bowel cancer, light micrograph C016 / 0511
Bowel cancer. Light micrograph of a section through a carcinoid tumour in the small bowel. The tumour has invaded the submucosa of the bowel

Brain glial cells, light micrograph C016 / 0523
Brain glial cells. Light micrograph of a section through brain tissue, showing numerous glial cells (dark). Glial cells, or neuroglia, are non-neural cells of the central nervous system (CNS)

Sarcoidosis, light micrograph C015 / 7134
Sarcoidosis. Light micrograph of a section through a lymph node affected by sarcoidosis. Also known as Boecks disease, this is a chronic inflammation of the lymph nodes or organs

Lung silicosis, light micrograph C015 / 7129
Lung silicosis. Light micrograph of a section through a lung with silicosis, a type of pneumoconiosis caused by exposure to silica dusts. The lung tissue has become fibrous (centre)

Ovarian primordial follicles, micrograph C016 / 0518
Ovarian primordial follicles. Light micrograph of a section through the cortex of a neonatal ovary, showing clusters of primordial follicles each containing a single oocyte (egg cell)

Islet of Langerhans, light micrograph C016 / 0513
Islet of Langerhans. Light micrograph of a section through an islet of Langerhans in a pancreas. Scattered throughout the pancreas, the islets are endocrine cells that secrete a range of hormones

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Capturing the intricate beauty of biological structures, a light micrograph reveals the mesmerizing complexity of cerebellum tissue. Delicate nerve and glial cells intertwine like a finely woven tapestry, forming the foundation for neurological function. In another stunning image, copper and magnesium sulphate crystals shimmer under the lens of a light microscope, showcasing their crystalline elegance. Moving beyond human anatomy, an awe-inspiring glimpse into early development is unveiled through a light micrograph of a human blastocyst. This embryonic stage brims with promise and potential as it prepares to embark on its journey towards life. Immunofluorescent LM unveils vibrant hues that illuminate neurons and astrocytes in breathtaking detail. These vital components of our nervous system come alive under fluorescent markers, revealing their interconnectedness in supporting brain function. Stepping away from biology but not lacking in fascination, caffeine crystals take center stage in yet another captivating light micrograph. Their jagged edges and distinct patterns mirror the stimulating effects they have on our bodies. Venturing deeper into brain tissue exploration, hippocampus tissue emerges as an enchanting subject for study. Its convoluted structure houses memories and emotions while providing insight into cognitive processes that shape who we are. Glial cells take on an ethereal quality when observed through confocal light microscopy. The interplay between these supportive cells becomes apparent as they weave together like delicate threads within neural networks. HeLa cells become protagonists under the gaze of a light microscope C017/8299 - immortalized cell lines that have revolutionized medical research since their discovery over half a century ago. Their unique characteristics continue to unlock mysteries about cancer and other diseases plaguing humanity. Intricacy extends beyond living organisms; even plant stems hold secrets waiting to be revealed by science's lens. A dicotyledon stem showcases its vascular bundles with precision while hinting at nature's ingenious design principles.