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Fluorescence in situ hybridization

Definition

A cytogenetic technique using fluorescent probe to detect and localize the presence of specific DNA sequence on chromosomes.


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This method can be used to find specific features in DNA for use in genetic counseling, medicine, and species identification. FISH can also be used to detect and localize specific mRNAs within tissue samples.


Abbreviation: FISH


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All protocal suggest that Fluorescence in situ Hybridization(FISH) need humannity chamber. Is this instrument necessary? ...

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by zeyuanzhu
Mon Nov 05, 2007 1:10 am
 
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The Fiber Disease

... of parasites that infect fish and amphibians. Fluorescence in situ hybridization and R. seeberi-specific PCR showed that this unique ...

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by al
Mon Dec 25, 2006 1:39 am
 
Forum: Human Biology
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The Fiber Disease

... provide an accurate representation of the in situ biofilm problem. This study evaluated a submerged ... populations were confirmed by fluorescence in situ hybridization to be enriched in SE biofilms, while Betaproteobacteria ...

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Tue Dec 12, 2006 9:38 pm
 
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