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Coloured SEM of household dust (allergens)
Household dust. Coloured Scanning Electron Micro- graph (SEM) of a sample of household dust. Dust contains an assortment of substances which can cause asthma or other allergic reactions. The allergens seen here include: long hairs such as cat fur, synthetic and woollen fibres, serrated insect scales, plant and insect remains. Asthma or hay fever are often a hypersensitive and irritant response to substances that, in most people, are harmless. Airborne allergens may come into contact with the respiratory airways, skin or surface of the eye. Magnification: x115 at 5x7cm size. x380 at 8x12 inch size
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Allergen Allergy Asthma Dirt Dirty Domestic Items Dust Hay Fever Hayfever Household Household Dust Household Goods Magnified Image Microscopic Photos Subjects
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This print from Science Photo Library showcases a coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of household dust, revealing the hidden world of allergens lurking in our homes. The intricate image captures the assortment of substances present in dust that can trigger asthma and other allergic reactions. Upon closer examination, we can identify various allergens within this microscopic landscape. Long hairs resembling cat fur intertwine with synthetic and woollen fibres, while serrated insect scales add an unexpected element to the composition. Plant and insect remains further contribute to this complex mixture. Asthma and hay fever are often hypersensitive responses to typically harmless substances experienced by individuals who possess heightened sensitivity or irritability towards these triggers. Airborne allergens have the potential to come into contact with respiratory airways, skin, or even the surface of the eye. At a magnification of x115 for a 5x7cm size print or x380 for an 8x12 inch size print, this photograph offers us a glimpse into a realm that is usually invisible to our naked eyes. It serves as a reminder that even seemingly innocuous household items can harbor potentially harmful particles. Science Photo Library has once again provided us with an extraordinary visual representation of scientific subjects through their meticulous work capturing microscopic photos. This particular image sheds light on the significance of understanding household dust and its potential impact on allergies such as hay fever or asthma.
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