FISH probes

FISH probes are specialized pieces of DNA or RNA designed to bind to specific parts of a chromosome or gene within a cell. Using a technique called fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH), these probes are labeled with fluorescent dyes, making targeted DNA visible under a special microscope. This allows scientists and doctors to detect and locate specific genetic sequences, identify chromosomal abnormalities, or diagnose genetic disorders directly within cells. FISH probes are valuable tools in genetics, cancer research, and clinical diagnostics, providing precise, visual confirmation of genetic material in a simple, effective manner.