near-infrared fluorescence imaging

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near-infrared fluorescence imaging

Abbreviation: NIRI

Imaging of tissues within the body after they are bound by fluorescent molecules and stimulated with light in the 700-900 nm wavelength range. NIRI is used to provide images of solid cancers, bone and joint inflammation, and blood flow to tissues.

See also: imaging

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