What Does CTF Stand For?

CTF stands for Contrast Transfer Function

The Contrast Transfer Function (CTF) is a mathematical description of how different spatial frequencies of an image are transferred through an imaging system, particularly in microscopy and imaging systems. It quantifies how well the system reproduces contrast at various levels of detail, influencing the sharpness and quality of the final image. Understanding the CTF is essential for optimizing imaging processes and correcting distortions to achieve accurate representation of the subject being captured.

Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 17th June 2025 | Edit Acronym

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