Cell infected with HIV, SEM C014 / 0580

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Cell infected with HIV, SEM C014 / 0580

Cell infected with HIV. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of HIV particles (round) budding from the membrane of a host cell. HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) attacks CD4+ T-lymphocytes (specialised white blood cells), which are crucial in the bodys immune system. It enters the cell and makes many copies of itself, which then destroy the cell as they emerge through its membrane. This severely weakens the immune system, causing AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). Magnification: x80, 000 when printed 10 centimetres wide

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© THOMAS DEERINCK, NCMIR/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY

Acquired Immune Deficiency Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Aids Budding Cell Biology Cell Membrane Cell Surface Colored Cytological Cytology Enveloped Exiting Host Cell Human Immunodeficiency Virus Icosahedral Immunology Infected Infection Leaving Leucocyte Leukocyte Lymphocyte Microbiology Particle Particles Pathogenic Propagation Reproducing Retrovirus Rna Virus Sexually Transmitted Spreading Syndrome T Cell Viral Virion Virions Virology Viruses White Blood Cell Condition Disorder Microbiological Pathogen Virus

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, captured by Thomas Deerinck from the NCMIR/Science Photo Library, showcases the intricate details of a cell infected with HIV. The colored scanning electron micrograph (SEM) reveals the chilling reality of this deadly virus. In this image, we witness round HIV particles budding from the membrane of a host cell. These particles are responsible for attacking CD4+ T-lymphocytes, specialized white blood cells crucial to our immune system's functioning. As they enter the cell and replicate themselves in large numbers, they eventually destroy their host by emerging through its membrane. The consequences of such an infection are dire – it severely weakens the immune system and leads to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). Magnified at x80,000 when printed 10 centimeters wide, this photograph provides us with a microscopic view into one of humanity's most devastating diseases. The vibrant colors and incredible level of detail make this SEM image both scientifically informative and artistically striking. It serves as a reminder that viruses like HIV can have profound impacts on our health and well-being. Through research and understanding, scientists strive to combat these pathogens while raising awareness about sexually transmitted diseases like HIV/AIDS.

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