What is another word for epifluorescence?
Pronunciation: [ˌɛpɪflʊ͡əɹˈɛsəns] (IPA) 
Epifluorescence is a technique used in microscopy to observe fluorescently labeled samples by illuminating them from above. Synonyms for epifluorescence include fluorescence microscopy, widefield fluorescence microscopy, and epi-illumination microscopy. Fluorescence microscopy is a term that refers to any method that uses fluorescent labeling to observe cells or structures, while widefield fluorescence microscopy specifically describes the use of a broad illumination source to capture an image. Epi-illumination microscopy is another term used to describe epifluorescence, emphasizing the illumination source, which comes from the sample's own fluorescence. Overall, each of these terms refer to the same imaging technique used to visualize fluorescent molecules within a sample.
