Hepatocyte liver cell, TEM
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Hepatocyte liver cell, TEM
Hepatocyte liver cell. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through an hepatocyte liver cell, showing rough and smooth endoplasmic reticulum (ER, dark lines), mitochondria (sausage-shaped), lysosomes and peroxisomes (small, round), Golgi membranes (grouped ER) and glycogen (dark granules) dispersed throughout the cytoplasm. Hepatocytes are involved with protein, carbohydrate and lipid metabolism, inactivation of alcohol, drugs and hormones, bile formation, and the destruction of harmful bacteria and antigens arriving in the bloodstream from the gut. Magnification: x6, 000 when printed 10 centimetres tall
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Black And White Cell Biology Cytological Cytology Cytoplasm Endoplasmic Reticulum Glycogen Golgi Apparatus Granule Granules Hepatic Hepatocyte Histological Histology Liver Lysosome Lysosomes Metabolic Metabolism Mitochondria Mitochondrion Organelle Organelles Transmission Electron Micrograph Transmission Electron Microscope Cells Peroxisome Section Sectioned
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This print showcases the intricate structure of a hepatocyte liver cell, captured using a transmission electron microscope (TEM). The image reveals the various organelles within the cell, including rough and smooth endoplasmic reticulum (ER), mitochondria, lysosomes, peroxisomes, Golgi membranes, and glycogen granules dispersed throughout the cytoplasm. Hepatocytes play a crucial role in our body's metabolism by engaging in protein, carbohydrate, and lipid metabolism. They also contribute to alcohol and drug detoxification as well as hormone inactivation. Additionally, these remarkable cells are responsible for bile formation and eliminating harmful bacteria and antigens that enter our bloodstream from the gut. The magnified view of this hepatocyte at 6,000 times its actual size provides an awe-inspiring glimpse into the microscopic world of cellular biology. This image not only highlights the complexity of liver cells but also emphasizes their vital functions within our bodies. As part of Science Photo Library's collection on biological structures and histology studies through TEM imaging techniques, this monochrome photograph offers both scientific insight into cellular processes as well as artistic beauty derived from exploring life at its smallest scale.
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