Researchers from Stanford University (USA) have made a breakthrough in the field of medical imaging by developing a method that makes skin transparent. The key component in this innovative approach is the common food coloring tartrazine, “MIR 24” reports with reference to Science.

In the experiment, the scientists applied a tartrazine solution to the skin of laboratory mice. The result was astonishing: in a matter of minutes, the abdominal cavity became transparent, permitting the movement of internal organs caused by breathing and heartbeat to be observed. The effect was so pronounced that details could be seen even at a microscopic level.

The secret of success lies in the unique properties of tartrazine. When dissolved in water and penetrated into tissues, its molecules acquire an ideal structure corresponding to the refractive indices of light. This prevents the scattering of light rays and ensures the transparency of tissues.

It is important to note that the process is completely reversible: after washing off the dye, the tissues returned to their original state. Moreover, tartrazine did not have a long-term effect on the body, being completely eliminated naturally within 48 hours.

The potential for medical applications of this technology is enormous. It could revolutionize diagnostics, permitting non-invasive detection of internal damage, monitoring of the gastrointestinal tract, and even early detection of cancer.