
The Photoacoustic Effect explained:
1. LIGHT EMITTED:
Nanosecond pulsed laser light is emitted causing illumination of the tissue.
2. LIGHT ABSORBED:
The light is absorbed by chromophores causing thermoelastic expansion.
3. SOUND EMITTED:
Soundwaves are emitted and detected by the ultra high frequency transducer.
4. SIGNALS PROCESSED:
The signals are then processed and registered as high resolution ultrasound and photacoustic images.
Benefits of Photoacoustic Imaging with the Vevo F2 LAZR-X
- Deep, optical signals visible with high resolution and in real-time
- Multispectral acquisition for imaging multiple components simultaneously
- Non-invasive for longitudinal studies
- Co-registration with detailed ultrasound anatomical images
- Real-time assessment of functional data such as oxygen saturation, contrast agent distribution, pharmacokinetics and more