Our FISH imaging analysis system consists of a fluorescent microscope, a charge-coupled-device (“CCD”) camera and imaging analysis software. It is used to analyze human tissue samples attached to microscope slides. All three components are provided by our component suppliers with internal modifications. Through the use of FISH probes, the imaging analysis system enables medical practitioners to detect and localize the presence or absence of specific DNA sequences in chromosomes.

System Composition

Fluorescent microscope

A fluorescent microscope is a variation of a light microscope that can admit light of a specific wavelength. It is used to study specimens that absorb light and emit fluorescence. These specimens are usually stained with fluorescent dyes.

Charge-coupled-device (CCD) camera

A charge-coupled-device (CCD) camera captures fluorescent images seen from the microscope. It is equipped with a chip to control the brightness and brilliance of the colors of the recorded images.

Imaging analysis software

Imaging analysis software obtains images captured by the CCD camera and saves them in the computer.