LM of human red blood cells stacked like coins

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LM of human red blood cells stacked like coins

Light micrograph of human red blood cells stacked together like coins. This is the way they line up in blood vessels. Magnification: X 450 at 35mm size, X 900 at 6x7cm size. (Dark-field illuminat- ion)

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Red Blood Cell Cells Light Micrograph

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This print from Science Photo Library showcases the intricate arrangement of human red blood cells within our blood vessels. The image, captured using a light microscope and dark-field illumination technique, reveals these remarkable cells stacked together like coins. Magnified at 450 times its original size for a 35mm print and an impressive 900 times for a larger 6x7cm format, this micrograph offers us a closer look into the fascinating world inside our bodies. The orderly alignment of these red blood cells is crucial for their efficient transportation of oxygen throughout our circulatory system. As they flow through narrow blood vessels, they form neat rows resembling perfectly arranged stacks of coins. This organized structure ensures that each cell has optimal access to oxygen as it passes through the lungs and delivers this life-sustaining gas to every tissue in our body. Examining such detailed images not only deepens our understanding of human anatomy but also highlights the incredible complexity hidden within even the tiniest components of our bodies. These red blood cells play an essential role in maintaining our overall health and well-being by ensuring proper oxygenation to all organs and tissues. Science Photo Library continues to provide invaluable visual resources like this photograph, allowing us to marvel at the intricacies of nature while expanding our knowledge about ourselves.

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