Human parainfluenza virus. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a human parainfluenza virus (HPIV). The white band aro

Human parainfluenza virus. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a human parainfluenza virus (HPIV). The white band aro Stock Photo
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Science Photo Library / Alamy Stock Photo

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2ACGRDW

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52.8 MB (3.5 MB Compressed download)

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3906 x 4725 px | 33.1 x 40 cm | 13 x 15.8 inches | 300dpi

Date taken:

15 April 2010

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Human parainfluenza virus. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a human parainfluenza virus (HPIV). The white band around the virus is the capsid, or protein coat. Surrounding this is the lipoprotein envelope, which holds spike-like surface proteins. Within the capsid is the coiled RNA (ribonucleic acid) genetic material. HPIV is a paramyxovirus that causes different types of respiratory infections, including ear infections, sore throats, croup, pneumonia and bronchitis. It is most common in children and babies. Magnification: x20, 500 when printed at 10 centimetres tall.