Optical detection techniques have numerous applications in bioanalytical sciences:
- Medical Diagnostics: Techniques like fluorescence microscopy and SPR are used for detecting biomarkers, pathogens, and genetic mutations. - Environmental Monitoring: Spectrophotometry and Raman spectroscopy can detect pollutants and toxins in water, air, and soil samples. - Pharmaceutical Research: Optical detection methods are crucial in drug discovery and development, particularly in high-throughput screening of potential drug candidates. - Food Safety: Fluorescence and chemiluminescence assays help in detecting contaminants and pathogens in food products.
