MIcro OCT imagery

American and Chinese scientists have developed “a prototype device capable of imaging through tissues at resolutions down to 1 micrometer (μm). The micro-OCT imager takes advantage of optical coherence tomography (OCT) at wavelengths between 700 and 950 nanometers. At these wavelengths, the near-infrared light can penetrate a few millimeters below the skin, as well as other soft tissues, to elucidate the structure of individual cells below.”  A computer converts 2D cross sections into 3D images, like an MRI machine, but much less expensively with optical coherence tomography.  MORE

 Image Credit:  Nanyang Technological University