Acrylic Blox : White blood cell response
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White blood cell response
White blood cell movement. Computer-enhanced confocal light micrograph of white blood cells (red) moving through the intact walls of a blood vessel, a process known as diapedesis. The walls of the cells in the blood vessel wall are green. This is characteristic of the inflammatory response, which occurs at the site of an injury. The cells leave the blood for the surrounding tissues so that they can destroy any invading organisms that may be present. These are T- lymphocyte white blood cells, which help to direct the immune response to foreign organisms. Magnification unknown
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Media ID 6446663
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Blood Capillary Endothelial Fluorescence Fluorescent Immune Immunofluorescence Immunofluorescent Immunological Immunology Inflamed Inflammatory Leucocyte Leucocytes Leukocyte Leukocytes Lymphocyte Micrograph Migration Optical Physiology Reaction Response T Lymphocytes Wall White Blood Cell Cells
8"x6" (20x15cm) Acrylic Blox
Your photographic print is held in place by magnets and a micro thin sheet of metal covering the back of a 20mm piece of clear acrylic. Your print is held in place with magnets so can easily be replaced if needed.
Streamlined, one sided modern and attractive table top print
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 15.2cm (8" x 6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the dynamic movement of white blood cells through the walls of a blood vessel, showcasing the remarkable process known as diapedesis. Enhanced by computer technology, this confocal light micrograph reveals red-hued white blood cells traversing through intact green-walled vessels, symbolizing the body's powerful inflammatory response to injury. Intriguingly, these T-lymphocyte white blood cells play a crucial role in directing our immune system's defense against foreign organisms. By leaving the bloodstream and migrating into surrounding tissues, they diligently seek out and destroy any potential invaders that may threaten our well-being. The magnification level remains unknown; however, it is evident that this image provides an extraordinary glimpse into the intricate workings of our biological systems. The fluorescent glow emitted by these immunofluorescent cells adds an ethereal quality to their migration path within capillaries. Immersed in this visual spectacle lies a deeper understanding of immunology and physiology—the interplay between endothelial cells and leukocytes during chemotaxis—a phenomenon essential for orchestrating an effective immune reaction within our human bodies. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing snapshot from Science Photo Library, we are reminded of both the complexity and beauty inherent in scientific exploration. It serves as a testament to mankind's relentless pursuit of knowledge about ourselves and how we interact with the world around us.
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