autofluorescence

noun — 2 senses

autofluorescence

noun

Etymology From auto- + fluorescence.

1

Biology, Natural sciences Usually Self-induced fluorescence.

2

Biology, Natural sciences Usually The fluorescence of substances other than the fluorophore of interest.

Derived terms
autofluorescent, autofluorescently, hyperautofluorescence, hypoautofluorescence
Related terms
autofluoresce

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