Optical imaging for preclinical research
Visualize dynamic biological processes in real time, so you can follow molecular activity, understand biodistribution, and generate insight with confidence.
MILabs’ ultra-high resolution optical imaging module (U-OI) helps researchers detect bioluminescence, fluorescence, and Cherenkov signals with high sensitivity and temporal precision. Its modular design allows teams to start with straightforward 2D imaging and expand seamlessly to advanced 3D optical tomography or fully integrated multimodal workflows as research questions evolve.
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Optical imaging systems from MILabs (U-OI)
Capture faint optical signals with precision, quantify biological activity accurately, and strengthen study reproducibility. With MILabs’ U-OI system, you benefit from:
High-throughput optical imaging
In vivo imaging of up to 10 mice in a single session, plus ex vivo tissue and multi-well plate imaging.
Clean multispectral imaging across probes
Configurable performance that adapts to your research
Flexible filter setups and scalable configurations as your needs evolve.
Consistent acquisition with less operator variability
Automatic focus supports repeatable imaging across users and time.
Integrate optical imaging with other imaging modalities
Start with optical imaging today, then expand into correlated molecular and anatomical workflows as your research questions grow.
MILabs’ U-OI systems offer an accessible entry point into high-performance optical imaging, built on a modular architecture that supports long-term flexibility. Researchers can begin with a compact standalone system and expand capabilities without replacing existing hardware. The same U-OI optical module can:
- EOperate as a standalone 2D optical imager
- EDock with MILabs’ U-CT for 3D and 4D optical tomography, where the CT data is used for optical imaging reconstructions
- EIntegrate within multimodal molecular and anatomical imaging workflows, all controlled through a single software environment
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FAQ
What is optical imaging used for in preclinical research?
What is in vivo imaging?
In vivo imaging refers to techniques that allow researchers to observe and analyze biological activity inside living organisms, enabling non-invasive monitoring of processes as they occur.
What are the benefits of U-OI from MILabs?
Researchers benefit from ultra-sensitive optical imaging with configurable resolution, flexible filter options, and scalable system design. U-OI supports both high-throughput screening and advanced quantitative optical tomography within the same platform.
Can U-OI be combined with other imaging modalities?
Yes. U-OI can be used as a standalone system or integrated with anatomical CT and molecular imaging workflows from MILabs, enabling correlated optical, molecular, and anatomical datasets as research needs evolve.