Total internal reflection fluorescence (TIRF) microscopy is a method that resolves molecular events specifically at or near the cell surface (see How It Works ). Major microscope manufacturers, including Zeiss, Nikon, and Olympus, offer "turnkey" TIRF systems costing upwards of $100,000. But you can also upgrade an existing microscope to this capability.
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