An upright microscope, also known as a compound microscope, is a type of microscope that is commonly used in scientific research, education, and various laboratory applications. It is called an "upright" microscope because the viewing tube and objectives are positioned above the stage, and the specimen is observed from above.
Phase contrast is a microscopy technique used to enhance the contrast and visibility of transparent, unstained samples such as living cells, microorganisms, and thin tissue sections. It works by exploiting the differences in the refractive index of the specimen and the surrounding medium to generate contrast, without the need for staining or other sample preparation.
An inverted microscope is a type of microscope where the objective lens and light source are positioned above the specimen stage, while the condenser and light source are located below the stage. This design allows for the examination of specimens that require a larger working distance or are too thick to be observed with a traditional upright microscope.
A laboratory camera, also known as a scientific camera or microscopy camera, is a specialized imaging device used to capture high-quality images or videos of specimens or samples in laboratory settings. These cameras are designed to provide excellent resolution, sensitivity, and dynamic range for scientific and research applications.