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  • Biomedical Optics
  • Microscopy Techniques
  • Label-Free Imaging

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  • Conventional microscopy lacks sufficient contrast for unstained biological samples.
  • Quantitative phase imaging is crucial for analyzing cell morphology and dynamics.
  • Label-free techniques reduce sample preparation and potential artifacts.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and validate Fabry-Pérot microscopy (FPM) as a novel label-free imaging method.
  • To demonstrate FPM's capability for high-contrast, quantitative phase imaging.
  • To showcase FPM's versatility in biological and diagnostic applications.

Main Methods:

  • Integration of a fixed-length Fabry-Pérot cavity within a coated microfluidic channel.
  • Utilizing resonance-based interference and spectral tuning for contrast enhancement.
  • Employing standard microscope optics for compatibility and ease of use.

Main Results:

  • Achieved >20-fold contrast enhancement compared to wide-field microscopy.
  • Successfully visualized subcellular features in human oral epithelial cells, blood components, and E. coli.
  • Demonstrated label-free differentiation of cell types and high-throughput potential.

Conclusions:

  • FPM is a versatile extension of wide-field microscopy for quantitative imaging.
  • The technique enables contrast-tunable imaging under static and flow conditions.
  • FPM holds significant potential for cytometry, research, and in vitro diagnostics.