Ebola Virus Particles #1 is a photograph by Russell Kightley which was uploaded on June 28th, 2016.
Ebola Virus Particles #1
Ebola virus particles, computer artwork. This virus has a central core containing single-stranded RNA (ssRNA) with a surrounding matrix protein... more
Title
Ebola Virus Particles #1
Artist
Russell Kightley
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Photograph
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Ebola virus particles, computer artwork. This virus has a central core containing single-stranded RNA (ssRNA) with a surrounding matrix protein layer. On the viral surface are trimeric transmembrane glycoproteins (pink) that facilitate the entry of the virus into a host cell (across bottom). This virus is the cause of ebola virus disease in humans and nonhuman primates. It is a severe and often fatal disease with symptoms including fever, fatigue, muscle aches, vomiting, diarrhoea and haemorrhaging (internal bleeding). There is no cure, but around three-quarters of patients can recover if provided with sufficient medical support.
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June 28th, 2016
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