Fluorescence Microscopes

Fluorescence Microscope is an optical compound light microscope with an additional light source located behind the eyepieces in the back of the frame of either an upright or inverted microscope also called Epi-Fluorescence.

They are used in the study of both organic and inorganic matter. It uses the release of light by a stained substance that has taken in either light or other electromagnetic radiation. Fluorescence Microscopes use an extremely high intensity light to generate an image to illuminate the sample being studied. This release of light has a longer wavelength, which is what causes the fluorescence in the sample.Various stains are used in conjunction with the specimen in order to facilitate the fluorescing process.

Fluorescence Microscopes are most commonly used for biological research, environment monitoring, public health and medicine. One of the greatest advantage of Fluorescence Microscopes is that it enables the viewer to obtain faster laboratory results that would not be seen under a routine light microscope.

Earlier types of fluorescence microscope include the use of xenon,halogen and the most commonly used today are with mercury bulb all powered by external power supply.As technology constantly evolves, manufacturers have introduced alternative fluorescence light sources, including including Metal Halide and LED Fluorescence. They are more expensive but the bulbs have considerable more longevity, thus a savings in the long run For additional information or recommendation, please contact us @ info@nyscopes.com or call toll free @ 1 877 877 7274.