There are two major forms of laser scanning microscopy: confocal laser scanning microscopy (CLSM) and multiphoton laser scanning microscopy (MPLSM). Information on: X-t scans and X-Y scans; Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy; Multiphoton Laser Scanning Microscopy; MPLSM requires no pin hole; Advantages of MPLSM over CLSM.