Cytomegaloviruses. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of virions (virus particles) of cytomegalovirus in a lung cell. Rounded viruses (coloured magenta) are seen within the contents of the cell. Each virus consists of a protein coat or capsid inside which is contained the DNA viral genetic code. Cytomegalovirus (CMV),a member of the herpesvirus group,causes infected cells to enlarge. Infection is very common and not danger- ous. However,serious infections can occur in people with lowered immunity,such as the elderly and those with AIDS. Pregnant women can pass the virus to their unborn child,leading to malform- ations. Magnification: x15,000 at 6x7cm size. x50,000 at 8x10 inch size | |
Licence : | Droits gérés |
Crédit: | Science Photo Library / Murti, Dr. Gopal |
Taille de l’image : | 3720 px × 4670 px |
Model Release : | Non requis |
Property Release : | Non requis |
Restrictions : | - |