Table 4 Potential outcomes of pre-tests to determine the suitability of in vivo fluorescence analysis and their interpretation
Case | Suspension containing: | Interpretation | Suitability of in vivo fluorescence | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Algae (i) | Materials (ii) | Algae + materials (iii) | |||
1 | Fluorescence signal | No/low fluorescence signal | Fluorescence signal comparable to (1) | No interference | Yes |
2 | Fluorescence signal | No / low fluorescence signal | Reduced fluorescence signal compared to (1) | Reduction of fluorescence by materials | No |
3 | Fluorescence signal | Fluorescence signal | Fluorescence signal | Autofluorescence of materials | No |