Fluorescence Microscope

Fluorescence microscopy involves illumination with fluorescent or phosphorescent light of specific wavelengths matching absorption by fluorophores in the sample, thereby causing them to emit light back at different wavelengths. These fluorophores can be intrinsic to the sample or added extrinsically from commercial sources.

Illumination is typically performed using a xenon arc lamp, mercury-vapor lamp, LED, or laser, making selection and consideration of cost and performance important.

Other considerations include: the quality and durability of the objectives, the quality of components such as the spectral emissions filter, the focus and stage manipulation features, as well as the image capture system and associated specifications.

How Much Does a Fluorescence microscope Cost?

The typical price of a Fluorescence microscope costs in the range of $350 - $43,000