Optical vs. acoustic detector (VIDEO)

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As the sample absorbs terahertz waves, it vibrates the sodium ions connected to water molecules in the blood, creating ultrasound waves that are detected with an ultrasonic transducer. This allows detection of a stronger signal than using optical detection.

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Zhen Tian, Tianjin University

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