Lumen Collection

Medical ilustration of an appendix with appendicitis

Intestinal villi, SEM
Intestinal villi. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through a part of the small intestine, showing the villi that cover its inner surface

Fallopian tube, light micrograph F006 / 9799
Fallopian tube. Light micrograph of a cross-section through a fallopian tube. The lumen (white) is seen, along with mucosal folds lined with simple columnar ciliated epithelium (purple)

Blocked artery, computer artwork
Blocked artery. Computer artwork of a clot of blood cells (thrombus, red) in an artery affected by atherosclerosis. This is a narrowing of an artery due to fatty deposits (yellow) on its inner walls

Conceptual image of peptic ulcer in human stomach

Blood vessel anatomy

Allegory of the interior of the Pantheon in Rome, Italy, as a Christian church by Pope Boniface IV, Gommarus Wouters, Francis Platel du Plateau, Reverenda Camera Apostolica Roma, 1689

Picture No. 10875840
Light Micrograph of Atherosclerotic Plaque and Obstructed Lumen of Human Aorta Date:

Picture No. 10875844
Light Micrograph of Atherosclerotic Plaque and Obstructed Lumen of Human Aorta Date:

Picture No. 10875843
Light Micrograph of Atherosclerotic Plaque and Obstructed Lumen of Human Aorta Date:

Picture No. 10875839
Light Micrograph of Atherosclerotic Plaque and Obstructed Lumen of Human Aorta Date:

Picture No. 10875842
Light Micrograph of Atherosclerotic Plaque and Obstructed Lumen of Human Aorta Date:

Picture No. 10875838
Light Micrograph of Atherosclerotic Plaque and Obstructed Lumen of Human Aorta Date:

Picture No. 10875837
Light Micrograph of Atherosclerotic Plaque and Obstructed Lumen of Human Aorta Date:

Picture No. 10875836
Light Micrograph of Atherosclerotic Plaque and Obstructed Lumen of Human Aorta Date:

Atherosclerosis in artery, artwork C016 / 6571
Atherosclerosis in artery. Artwork of a longitudinal section through an artery that has been narrowed by atherosclerosis. Narrowing is referred to as stenosis

Intestinal microvilli, SEM C016 / 9066
Intestinal microvilli. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through the lining of the small intestine, showing the densely packed microvilli (hair-like, top)

Placing a catheter, artwork C016 / 6992
Placing a catheter. Artwork showing the placement of a catheter in a patients blood vessel. A hypodermic needle is being inserted at an angle of 25 degrees (centre left)

Intestinal microvilli, SEM C016 / 9067
Intestinal microvilli. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through the lining of the small intestine, showing the densely packed microvilli (hair-like, top)

Capillary, TEM
Capillary. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a capillary, showing two red blood cells (erythrocytes, black) in its interior

Liver, SEM C015 / 9924
Liver vein. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of liver tissue. The functions of the liver include destroying old red blood cells

Appendix, light micrograph C016 / 0510
Appendix. Light micrograph of a section through a human appendix. The appendix is a blind-ending small diameter tubular extension of the gut, arising from the caecum of the large bowel

Liver, SEM C015 / 9922
Liver vein. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of liver tissue showing a large vein (pink, up centre). The functions of the liver include destroying old red blood cells

Liver, SEM C015 / 9923
Liver vein. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of liver tissue. The functions of the liver include destroying old red blood cells

Liver, SEM C015 / 9925
Liver vein. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of liver tissue. The functions of the liver include destroying old red blood cells

Epithelial tube, illustration C018 / 0786
Epithelial tube, illustration. Epithelial tubes form many of the vital structures of the body including blood vessels, hormone secreting and other glands, ducts and airways

Narrowed artery, artwork
Narrowed artery. Computer artwork of a section through an artery (horizontal, centre) affected by atherosclerosis, showing red blood cells (red) and fat deposits (cream)

Arteriole, TEM
Arteriole. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a small calibre arterial vessel called an arteriole

Small bowel epithelium, TEM
Small bowel epithelium. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through the epithelial lining of a villus in the small bowel, showing the enterocyte cells

Intestinal tumour, artwork C015 / 6451
Intestinal tumour. Computer artwork of a tumour on the internal wall of an intestine

Atheromatous artery, artwork C015 / 6445
Atheromatous artery. Computer artwork showing the interior of an artery affected by atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is narrowing of an artery (stenosis) due to fatty deposits (beige)

Atheromatous artery, artwork C015 / 6446
Atheromatous artery. Cutaway computer artwork showing the interior of an artery affected by atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is narrowing of an artery (stenosis) due to fatty deposits (beige)

Atheromatous artery C013 / 4612
Atheromatous artery. Cutaway computer artwork showing the interior of an artery affected by atherosclerosis, showing red blood cells (red)

Kidney tubule, TEM
Kidney tubule. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a proximal convoluted tubule in the kidney

Human epididymis, light micrograph
Human epididymis. Light micrograph of a section through a human epididymis, the tube connecting the testis to the vas deferens, in which sperm matures

Large intestine, TEM
Large intestine. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through the wall of the large intestine. The surface consists of many small hair-like absorptive cells (green)

Oesophagus wall, light micrograph
Oesophagus wall. Coloured light micrograph of a section through the human oesophagus, which passes food from the mouth to the stomach

Kidney tubules, SEM
Kidney tubules. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of proximal convoluted tubules (dark brown) in the kidney. The proximal convoluted tubules function to reabsorb water

Fallopian tube section, light micrograph
Fallopian tube section. Coloured light micrograph of a section through the ampulla of a fallopian tube. The fallopian tube, or oviduct, conveys the egg from the ovary to the uterus

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"Lumen: Illuminating the Inner Workings of the Human Body" In the intricate realm of medical illustrations, lumen takes center stage as a captivating concept. From an appendix plagued by appendicitis to intestinal villi viewed through a scanning electron microscope (SEM), these visual representations shed light on our innermost structures and their ailments. Delving deeper into this fascinating world, we encounter a fallopian tube captured under the lens of a light micrograph F006/9799. Its delicate intricacies remind us of the remarkable complexity involved in human reproduction. But it is not just organs that captivate our attention; even blood vessels have stories to tell. A computer artwork reveals a blocked artery, showcasing both its vulnerability and resilience. Picture No. 11675562 offers us insight into this critical aspect of cardiovascular health. As we explore further, Picture No. 11675561 beckons us with its enigmatic allure – what secrets lie within? The subsequent images, numbered from 11675560 to 11675555, invite curiosity and intrigue as they unveil various aspects of our internal landscape. Through these captivating visuals, lumen serves as more than just an anatomical term; it becomes a metaphor for enlightenment and understanding. It reminds us that beneath our skin lies an intricate network waiting to be explored – one that holds answers to countless mysteries surrounding human physiology. So let us embark on this journey together, guided by lumen's luminosity, unraveling the wonders hidden within each image until we gain profound insights into ourselves.