Embodiments of the invention relate to a light illuminationfunnel. The funnel includes a first opening positioned toreceive an incoming light source, a second opening positioned oppositethe first opening and with a diameter smaller than the first openingand inner reflective walls, in contact with the first opening and secondopening. The funnel has a half angle of less than 25 degrees. Embodimentsalso relate to a light collection funnel and an apparatus utilizingboth a light illumination funnel and light collection funnel.
