Riboprobe
Riboprobe
Riboprobe (pronounced: /ˈraɪboʊproʊb/) is a type of RNA probe used in molecular biology for detecting specific RNA molecules in a sample.
Etymology
The term "Riboprobe" is derived from the words "ribo", short for ribonucleic acid (RNA), and "probe", which in this context refers to a molecule that binds to a specific sequence of RNA.
Definition
A Riboprobe is a strand of RNA that is complementary to a sequence of RNA of interest. It is often labeled with a radioactive or fluorescent tag, allowing it to be detected and quantified. Riboprobes are used in a variety of molecular biology techniques, including Northern blotting, in situ hybridization, and RNA sequencing.
Related Terms
- RNA probe: A general term for a probe that is complementary to a sequence of RNA.
- Northern blotting: A technique used to detect specific RNA molecules in a sample.
- In situ hybridization: A technique used to detect specific RNA molecules in cells or tissues.
- RNA sequencing: A technique used to determine the sequence of an RNA molecule.
Usage
Riboprobes are used in research to study gene expression. By binding to specific RNA molecules, they can reveal which genes are being expressed in a particular cell or tissue at a given time. This can provide valuable information about the biological processes occurring in the cell or tissue, and can help to identify genes that are involved in disease.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Riboprobe
- Wikipedia's article - Riboprobe
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