Diabetic glomerulus (IMAGE) University of Bristol Caption A glomerulus (kidney filter) from a patient with diabetes. The diabetic patient has no visible glycocalyx within the blood vessels Credit University of Bristol Usage Restrictions The image is for single use only, should be credited and should not be archived License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.