Fundus Autofluorescence

Adv Exp Med Biol. 2018:1085:15-16. doi: 10.1007/978-3-319-95046-4_4.

Abstract

Fundus autofluorescence (FAF) imaging is a rapid and noninvasive technique to evaluate retinal pigment epithelial (RPE) function. The predominant source of FAF in the macula is lipofuscin granules.

Keywords: Autofluorescence; Fundus; Imaging.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Fluorescence*
  • Fundus Oculi*
  • Humans
  • Lipofuscin*
  • Macula Lutea / diagnostic imaging*
  • Optical Imaging
  • Retinal Pigment Epithelium / diagnostic imaging*

Substances

  • Lipofuscin