Hepatitis B virus. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of Hepatitis B virus particles. The protein coat and core of each virus are seen cut through in cross-section. Hepatitis B virus is the cause of "serum hepatitis" or hepatitis B. The virus attacks the liver,producing liver inflammation,flu-like symptoms,followed by jaundice. Hepatitis B is a sexually transmitted disease. It is also spread by infected blood through blood transfusions,tattooing,acu- puncture,and needle sharing by intravenous drug abusers. Magnification: 200,000 at 6x4.5cm size | |
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