Cystic Fibrosis, Conceptual Artwork is a photograph by Animated Healthcare Ltd which was uploaded on December 14th, 2014.
Cystic Fibrosis, Conceptual Artwork
Cystic fibrosis, conceptual computer artwork. Molecule of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid, blue) partly covered in mucus (yellow) surrounded by salt... more
Title
Cystic Fibrosis, Conceptual Artwork
Artist
Animated Healthcare Ltd
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Photograph
Description
Cystic fibrosis, conceptual computer artwork. Molecule of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid, blue) partly covered in mucus (yellow) surrounded by salt (NaCl) molecules. Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a hereditary disease affecting the lungs, sweat glands and digestive system. Both the lungs and pancreas produce abnormally thick mucus. The mucus in the lungs encourages bacterial growth, leading to severe respiratory infections. The mucus in the pancreas blocks the release of digestive enzymes, resulting in malabsorption. CF is diagnosed by excessive amounts of salt in a person's sweat or by genetic testing.
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December 14th, 2014
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