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Label-Free Detection of Intracellular Microplastics

O-PTIR enables sub-micron identification of microplastics within intestinal epithelial cells

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  • February 27, 2026

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    O-PTIR spectroscopy detects microplastics in cells.

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    Study focused on common household polymer microplastics.

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    Oxidative stress linked to exposure.

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    Method distinguishes polymer type and assesses biochemical effects.

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    Findings suggest alterations in protein structure due to microplastics.

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    Future research should extend beyond in vitro models.

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Label-Free Detection of Intracellular Microplastics

O-PTIR enables sub-micron identification of microplastics within intestinal epithelial cells

  • February 27, 2026

  • 2 min

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