Vascular blood clot. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a blood vessel that is blocked by an abnormal blood clot (thrombus). A large aggregate of platelets is visible. Blood should not normally clot in a blood vessel. A thrombus can form due to blood disorders,or excessive time spent in a cramped position. If the thrombus detaches from the blood vessel wall,it may travel to other parts of the body and disrupt the blood flow there. A thrombus can be fatal if it blocks blood flow to a vital organ,such as the heart,lung,or brain. Magnification: x3000 when printed 10 centimetres high. | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / Gschmeissner, Steve |
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