Herpes simplex virus infection, TEM
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Herpes simplex virus infection, TEM
Herpes simplex virus infection. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a cell being destroyed by herpes simplex virus infection. At centre is a large cluster of viral capsids (protein coats, deep red) which the cell has produced at the direction of the viruss genetic material. There are also many mature virus particles which consist of the capsid surrounded by a lipid envelope, giving them a double circle or " fried egg" appearance. Herpes simplex is a DNA virus. It is a very common pathogen in humans, causing fluid-filled blisters. Magnification unknown
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Budding Capsid Capsids Cell Death Electron Micrograph Herpes Simplex Virus Host Infection Lysis Micro Organism Micro Organisms Microbe Microbes Particle Particles Pathology Replicating Replication Transmission Viral Virion Virions Viruses Micro Biology Pathogen
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This print captures the destructive power of a Herpes simplex virus infection at a microscopic level. In this coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM), we witness the relentless attack on a cell by this DNA virus. At the heart of the image, a large cluster of viral capsids, depicted in deep red, reveals how the infected cell has dutifully produced them under the direction of the virus's genetic material. Surrounding these capsids are numerous mature virus particles, distinguished by their double circle or "fried egg" appearance resulting from a lipid envelope enveloping each capsid. These virions represent fully-formed infectious units ready to spread and cause further damage within their host. Herpes simplex is an incredibly common pathogen among humans, notorious for causing fluid-filled blisters that can be both painful and unsightly. The magnification used to capture this image remains unknown but highlights just how intricate and complex these tiny microbes can be when viewed up close. Through this vivid visual representation provided by Science Photo Library, we gain insight into the replication process of herpes simplex viruses as they exploit host cells for their own survival and proliferation. This photograph serves as a reminder of both our vulnerability to pathogens and our ongoing quest to understand and combat them through advancements in microbiology and pathology research.
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