Optical probe with reference fiber

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2006-03-14

2006-03-14

Mercader, Eleni Mantis (Department: 3737)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation

C356S450000, C356S451000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07013173

ABSTRACT:
A system for characterizing tissue includes the steps of generating an emission signal, generating a reference signal, directing the emission signal to and from the tissue, directing the reference signal in a predetermined manner relative to the emission signal, and using the reference signal to compensate the emission signal. In one embodiment compensation is provided for fluctuations in light delivery to the tip of the probe due to cable motion.

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