Practical guide to statistical reporting in optical imaging

Clear and consistent reporting of statistical values such as means, standard deviations, confidence intervals, <mml:math xmlns:mml="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML"><mml:mrow><mml:mi>p</mml:mi></mml:mrow> </mml:math> values, correlations, and test statistics is essential for reproducibility in neurophotonics. However, inconsistent rounding and unclear formatting remain common issues, particularly among new students and researchers. This technical note presents a concise and practical procedure for reporting statistical results with appropriate precision. It includes step-by-step rules, examples, and a summary table. The guide is intended as a quick reference for students, authors, and reviewers working with optical imaging data.