| Popis: |
We have developed a device which includes two laser sources (nitrogen and dye lasers), an optical system, an optical fibre able to transmit both ultra-violet and infra-red light, photoreceivers, and an analogue circuit feeding a microcomputer in order to perform an in situ and on line study of NADH/NAD ratios by fluorimetry. The paper includes the scientific basis of the method, the characteristics of each part of the apparatus and possible applications to the study of cardiac metabolism or any organ that can be reached through catheterism, fibrescopy or simple transcutaneous puncture. Examples of experiments carried out to appreciate the effects of anoxia or ischemia on the tissular NADH level are presented. |
