Open AccessAvian embryo monitoring during incubation using multi-channel diffuse speckle contrast analysis
Author(s) -
Chaebeom Yeo,
Hyun-cheol Park,
Kijoon Lee,
Chang-Woo Song
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
biomedical optics express
Language(s) - Uncategorized
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.362
H-Index - 86
ISSN - 2156-7085
DOI - 10.1364/boe.7.000093
Subject(s) - speckle pattern , incubation , embryo , contrast (vision) , incubation period , chemistry , biology , biophysics , optics , biomedical engineering , microbiology and biotechnology , medicine , biochemistry , physics
Determining the survival rate of avian embryos during incubation is essential for cost-saving in the poultry industry. A multi-channel diffuse speckle contrast analysis (DSCA) system, comprising four optical fiber channels, is proposed to achieve noninvasive in vivo measurements of deep tissue flow. The system was able to monitor chick embryo vital signs over the entire incubation period. Moreover, it proved useful in distinguishing between chick embryos in healthy and weakened conditions.