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  • In situ Hybridization
    A technique using fluorescent probes to pinpoint RNA or DNA locations within fixed cells by binding to complementary sequences.
  • Fluorescent Probe
    A labeled molecule that binds to specific nucleic acids, emitting light to reveal their cellular position.
  • Reporter Gene
    A genetic sequence fused to another gene, producing a detectable signal to indicate protein presence or movement.
  • Green Fluorescent Protein
    A naturally fluorescent protein emitting green light, commonly used to visualize protein localization in living cells.
  • Antibody
    A protein engineered to bind specific targets, often tagged with fluorescence to reveal the location of cellular components.
  • Fluorescence
    The emission of visible light by a substance, such as a probe or protein, after absorbing light, used for cellular visualization.
  • Microscope Slide
    A flat surface where cells are fixed for observation and experimental procedures like hybridization or staining.
  • Complementary Probe
    A sequence-specific molecule designed to bind matching nucleic acids, enabling targeted detection in cells.
  • Protein Localization
    The specific spatial distribution of a protein within a cell, often revealed by fluorescent tagging.
  • Antigen
    A molecular structure recognized by antibodies, allowing targeted detection within cellular environments.
  • Organelle
    A specialized subunit within a cell, often targeted by labeled antibodies to study protein distribution.
  • Red Fluorescence
    A visible signal emitted by certain labeled molecules or antibodies, used to distinguish specific cellular targets.
  • Blue Fluorescence
    A light emission from labeled probes or antibodies, aiding in the identification of distinct proteins or structures.
  • Protein Movement
    The dynamic relocation of proteins within a cell, tracked using fluorescent markers or reporter systems.