Abstract
In vivo imaging of the nanoparticle-tissue interaction reveals processes which aid in the improvement of disease-specific markers. Magnetomotive optical coherence tomography (MM-OCT) may fill this role by imaging magnetic nanoparticles (Fe3O4, 20-30nm diameter) similar to those currently used for MRI contrast. This is performed by modulating a small ( .975), with the possibility of detecting even lower concentrations (63μg/g) with minor improvements. The MM-OCT signal exhibits a gentler falloff in depth (~4dB over 0.5mm) than conventional OCT imaging, limited ultimately by shot noise. The performance of MM-OCT was evaluated in vivo in a Xenopus laevis tadpole exposed to magnetic nanoparticles for 24 hours prior to imaging. Corresponding histology demonstrates the ability to correctly identify regions of high nanoparticle concentration with in vivo MM-OCT.
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