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Red blood cells in blood vessel
Red blood cells. Coloured scanning electron micro- graph (SEM) of red blood cells in a human blood vessel. The red blood cells (erythrocytes, at top) are filling the lumen of the blood vessel. Layers of the wall of the blood vessel are seen (yellow). Red blood cells are the most abundant type of cell in the blood. Their principal function is to distribute and transport oxygen around the body. As a red blood cell matures its nucleus and other internal organelles are lost; it becomes disc-shaped and filled with haemoglobin, a red iron-containing pigment with an efficient capacity to carry oxygen around the body. Magnification: unknown
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of red blood cells in a human blood vessel. The image, captured using a scanning electron microscope (SEM), reveals the vibrant red color and disc-like shape of these crucial cells. As they fill the lumen of the blood vessel, layers of its wall can be seen in yellow. Red blood cells, also known as erythrocytes, are incredibly abundant within our bloodstream. Their primary role is to ensure efficient distribution and transport of oxygen throughout our body. As these cells mature, they undergo changes such as losing their nucleus and other internal organelles. This transformation results in their characteristic disc-shaped appearance. The key component responsible for their vital function is haemoglobin – a red iron-containing pigment found within each red blood cell. Haemoglobin exhibits an exceptional capacity to bind with oxygen molecules and carry them effectively around our body's tissues. With an unknown magnification level used to capture this mesmerizing image, it highlights the remarkable complexity hidden within our own bodies at microscopic levels. Science Photo Library has once again provided us with a stunning visual representation that not only educates but also inspires awe for the intricacies present within us all.
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