Anthrax bacteria. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through lung tissue infected with anthrax bacteria (Bacillus anthracis,blue). These Gram-positive rod-shaped bacteria are highly pathogenic. Anthrax is primarily a livestock disease but can be transmitted to humans by contact with animal hair,hides or excrement. Infection of the lungs (pulmonary anthrax) is usually fatal,although prompt administration of antibiotics may effect a cure. Magnification: x850 at 6x7cm size | |
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