
How important are denaturation and hybridization temperature in ISH?
Correct denaturation and hybridization temperatures are paramount for successful ISH. Regardless of the probe or target being RNA or DNA,…
Tue, Jul 18, 2023

What are ISH probes typically labeled with?
Common labels include biotin, digoxigenin, and fluorochromes. Biotin is detected with streptavidin- conjugated enzymes followed by an enzymatic colorimetric reaction.…
Tue, Jul 18, 2023

Can multiple targets be detected with ISH?
Yes, it is common practice to stain with multiple ISH probes in parallel. However, while continuously-labeled immunofluorescent probes can be…
Tue, Jul 18, 2023

RNA Probe Design and Generation – How are RNA probes prepared?
RNA probes are usually prepared with biotin or specific fluorophore by in vitro transcription. High specific activity RNA probes or riboprobes…
Tue, Jul 18, 2023

How are ISH probes labeled?
There are three main techniques for probe labeling. Labeled probes can be generated by incorporating labeled nucleotides during the synthesis…
Tue, Jul 18, 2023

What are the advantages of digoxigenin labeling?
For chromogenic ISH, Digoxigenin, compared to biotin, offers the advantage of lower background, higher specificity. Is also possible to combine…
Tue, Jul 18, 2023

Why is peroxidase blocking necessary in colorimetric ISH/IHC detection?
When colorimetric detection by enzymatic reaction is used, a blocking step with peroxide solution is required to eliminate endogenous peroxidase…
Tue, Jul 18, 2023

Is protein blocking really necessary in ISH?
Blocking with bovine serum albumin (BSA), milk or serum is always recommended when ISH signals are detected by antibodies (e.g.…
Tue, Jul 18, 2023

How to cover up the sections during hybridization in ISH protocols?
The most common method is to cover tissue sections on glass slides in the hybridization solution with a glass cover…
Tue, Jul 18, 2023

Why should post-hybridization washes be carried out?
Post-hybridization washing after ISH will reduce non-specific signal by removing probes that are lightly bound to off-target sequences. Most frequently,…
Tue, Jul 18, 2023