Preferred Term:
fluorescence microscopy
Definition:
Microscopy of specimens stained with fluorescent dye (usually fluorescein isothiocyanate) or of naturally fluorescent materials, which emit light when exposed to ultraviolet or blue light. Immunofluorescence microscopy utilizes antibodies that are labeled with fluorescent dye.
Concept Schemes:
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Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- immunofluorescence microscopy
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/144665
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