Tissue Imaging
By using IR imaging, it is now possible to investigate even large sample areas with extremely high local resolution by means of IR spectroscopy. A new detection system assesses all points on the image at the same time, which means that the average measuring time is only a matter of minutes. Since a complete IR spectrum is obtained for every image point, the information content is extremely high and the technique can be used for any area of application. IR imaging has already established itself as a frequently used procedure for the investigation of different tissues and single cells in biomedical applications and the analysis of polymer mixtures in chemical applications.
Demonstration of monitoring tissue surfaces using FTIR microscopy:
