Fluorescein angiography is a diagnostic test that uses a fluorescent dye and camera to take pictures of the retina to determine if blood vessels are receiving adequate circulation. The procedure involves eye drops, injection of the dye, and taking pictures. Adverse reactions are possible, but fleeting. Abnormal results can indicate diabetes, macular degeneration, optic disc […]
Fluorescein is a versatile fluorescent dye used in science and medicine. It can be used for protein labeling, as a tracer in the body, in microscopy, and as a stain. It is also used to track the flow of rivers and pollutants. Fluorescein derivatives are used to identify compounds in fluid samples. The compound is […]
