Fischetti Gallery
Album: Streptococcus pyogenes
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Critical point dried whole group A streptococci (Streptococcus pyogenes) viewed directly by transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Chains of streptococci are clearly evident. To remove cell surface proteins, cells were treated with trypsin prior to preparation and mounting. Strain: D471; M-type 6.
Critical point dried whole group A streptococci (Streptococcus pyogenes) viewed directly by transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Chains of streptococci are clearly evident. To remove cell surface proteins, cells were treated with trypsin prior to preparation and mounting. Strain: D471; M-type 6.