MRSA and dead neutrophil, SEM C018 / 8601

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MRSA and dead neutrophil, SEM C018 / 8601

MRSA and dead neutrophil. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus bacteria (MRSA, yellow) and a dead neutrophil white blood cell (red). MRSA is a round (coccus) Gram positive bacterium that is resistant to many commonly prescribed antibiotics. Neutrophils are the most abundant white blood cell and are part of the bodys immune system

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© National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)/NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY

Bacteria Bacterial Bacterium Cocci Coccus Dead Gram Positive Granulocyte Immune System Immunological Immunology Infected Infecting Infection Leucocyte Leukocyte Methicillin Resistant Micro Organism Microbe Microbiology Microorganism Mrsa Neutrophil Pathogenic Polymorphonuclear Leukocyte Round Staphylococcus Aureus White Blood Cell Microbiological Pathogen

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This print showcases the intense battle between methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteria and a fallen soldier of our immune system, a dead neutrophil white blood cell. In this coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM), MRSA appears as a menacing yellow sphere, while the lifeless neutrophil is depicted in striking red. MRSA, known for its resistance to commonly prescribed antibiotics, poses a significant threat to human health. This round Gram-positive bacterium has become notorious for causing difficult-to-treat infections. The image vividly captures the intricate details of MRSA's structure and highlights its pathogenic nature. Contrasting against the vibrant backdrop of MRSA are the remnants of an immune response - a dead neutrophil white blood cell. Neutrophils play a crucial role in our body's defense mechanism as they actively seek out and destroy invading pathogens like MRSA. However, despite their valiant efforts, sometimes these brave warriors succumb to overwhelming infection. Through this mesmerizing SEM photograph taken by National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)/NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY, we gain insight into the microscopic world where battles for survival occur every day. It serves as a reminder of both the resilience exhibited by harmful bacteria like MRSA and the immense challenges faced by our immune system in combating such formidable foes.

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