Breast tissue, light micrograph
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Breast tissue, light micrograph
Breast tissue. Light micrograph of a section through tissue from the human mammary gland during pregnancy. The breast is normally made up of fibro-fatty connective tissue, which surrounds the small lactiferous (milk-forming) glands and ducts leading to the nipple. This sample shows that during pregnancy the breast mainly consists of lactiferous glands and ducts and acini (masses of secretory cells) which have proliferated, and the original adipose (fat) tissue is greatly reduced. Magnification: x103 when printed at 10 centimetres across
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Acini Acinus Breast Duct Ducts Female Reproductive System Glands Glandular Gynaecological Gynaecology Histological Histology Mammary Gland Pregnancy Pregnant Re Production Secretory Tissue Light Micrograph Light Microscope Section Sectioned
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This print captures the intricate details of breast tissue during pregnancy. The light micrograph reveals a section through tissue from the human mammary gland, showcasing the remarkable changes that occur in this vital organ during this special time. Normally composed of fibro-fatty connective tissue, which surrounds small lactiferous glands and ducts leading to the nipple, this sample demonstrates how pregnancy transforms the breast. The image showcases an abundance of lactiferous glands and ducts, as well as acini - masses of secretory cells that have proliferated. Interestingly, the original adipose or fat tissue is greatly reduced. With a magnification of x103 when printed at 10 centimeters across, every minute detail becomes visible under scrutiny. This photograph not only provides valuable insights into reproductive biology but also highlights the incredible complexity and adaptability of our bodies. The image offers a glimpse into one aspect of female anatomy and serves as a reminder of the miraculous nature of pregnancy. It underscores how our bodies undergo profound transformations to support new life. As we marvel at this microscopic view, we are reminded once again that within each woman lies an extraordinary capacity for creation and nurturing.
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