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HIV infected macrophage, SEM C018 / 8598
HIV infected macrophage. Coloured ion-abrasion scanning electron micrograph (IA-SEM) of a macrophage white blood cell infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV, red). A transmission electron micrograph (TEM) slice through the cell is also seen (lower left). HIV infects the immune systems T-lymphocytes, ultimately killing them, leading to a very weak immune system. IA-SEMs allow nanoscale three dimensional imaging of whole cells
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© SRIRAM SUBRAMANIAM/NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Acquired Immune Deficiency Aids Human Immunodeficiency Virus Immune System Infected Infecting Infection Macrophage Microbiology Microscope Particle Particles Pathogenic Retrovirus Rna Virus Three Dimensional Transmission Electron Transmission Electron Micrograph Viral Virion Virions Virology White Blood Cell Microbiological Pathogen Virus
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This print showcases the intricate world of HIV infection at a microscopic level. In this coloured ion-abrasion scanning electron micrograph (IA-SEM), we witness a macrophage white blood cell, stained red to indicate its unfortunate state of being infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The black background adds an air of mystery and intrigue to the image, drawing us into the fascinating realm of biology and virology. A transmission electron micrograph (TEM) slice through the cell is also visible in the lower left corner, providing additional insight into the inner workings of this deadly pathogen. As we delve deeper into understanding HIV's mechanism, it becomes evident that it targets T-lymphocytes within our immune system, ultimately leading to their demise and resulting in a severely weakened defense against other infections. The use of IA-SEMs allows for nanoscale three-dimensional imaging of entire cells like never before. This cutting-edge technology enables scientists to explore biological structures on a minute scale, shedding light on how pathogens interact with host cells and paving the way for potential treatments or preventive measures. Photographed by Sriram Subramaniam from the National Institutes of Health, this image serves as a reminder both of the complexity inherent in infectious diseases such as AIDS caused by retroviruses like HIV and humanity's ongoing quest to unravel their mysteries.
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