Abstract
We performed label-free imaging of human-hair medulla using multi-modal nonlinear optical microscopy. Intra-medulla lipids (IMLs) were clearly visualized by ultra-multiplex coherent anti-Stokes Raman scattering (CARS) spectroscopic imaging. Two groups of IMLs were found: second harmonic generation (SHG) active and inactive. By combining SHG analysis with CARS, the two groups were identified as free fatty acids and wax esters, respectively.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1163-1168 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Analyst |
Volume | 146 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Feb 21 2021 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Analytical Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Environmental Chemistry
- Spectroscopy
- Electrochemistry