Telomere FISH

Telomere FISH (Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization) is a laboratory technique used to visualize the ends of chromosomes, called telomeres, which protect genetic data during cell division. Specific fluorescent probes attach to these telomeres, and under a special microscope, scientists see and measure their length. This method helps researchers and doctors assess cell aging, stability, and detect certain genetic diseases or cancers by analyzing telomere characteristics directly within the cell's natural context.