In: Biology
What method can be used to identify the location of a gene on a
chromosome?
A. Fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH)
B. Fluorescent Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
C. DNA fingerprinting
D. Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
Correct answer- Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) is a test that “maps” the genetic material in a person's cells. This test can be used to visualize specific genes or portions of genes.
As far as the rest of the choices are concerned-
Immunohistochemistry is the most common application of immunostaining. It involves the process of selectively identifying antigens (proteins) in cells of a tissue.
DNA fingerprinting is a laboratory technique used to establish a link between biological evidence and a suspect in a criminal investigation.
Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is used for the amplification of the gene.