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Fibrin mesh in a blood clot
Fibrin mesh in a blood clot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of fibrin fibres in a blood clot. When blood vessels become damaged, blood cells called platelets turn into spiky spheres theat clump together and release chemical factors into the blood. These factors turn the soluble protein fibrinogen into insoluble protein fibres, fibrin, which mesh together to form a dense network which catches blood cells and tightens into a solid clot
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This print from Science Photo Library showcases the intricate beauty of a fibrin mesh within a blood clot. Under the scanning electron microscope, vibrant colors bring to life the complex network of fibrin fibres that form when blood vessels suffer damage. In this mesmerizing image, platelets transform into spiky spheres and gather together, releasing chemical factors into the bloodstream. These factors trigger a remarkable transformation in fibrinogen, a soluble protein found in our blood. As if guided by an invisible hand, these proteins intertwine and solidify into insoluble protein fibres known as fibrin. The resulting mesh-like structure serves as nature's ingenious solution for wound healing and preventing excessive bleeding. It forms a dense network capable of capturing blood cells within its grasp while simultaneously tightening to create a solid clot. This photograph not only offers us an awe-inspiring glimpse into the inner workings of our physiological system but also highlights the incredible complexity and resilience of our bodies. It reminds us that even on microscopic scales, there is profound beauty waiting to be discovered. Science Photo Library has once again provided us with an extraordinary visual representation that bridges artistry and scientific exploration seamlessly.
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