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    How to troubleshoot immunofluorescence staining

    • Last Update: 2022-08-30
    • Source: Internet
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    troubleshooting:

    Immunofluorescence staining is a very sensitive method that requires a lot of experience and optimization



    reason solution
    Improper or too long fixation, resulting in artifacts Reduce fixation time or change fixatives
    Insufficient closure Extend the incubation time, consider using a different blocking solution (we recommend using serum from the secondary antibody host)
    Primary antibody is not specific Use primary antibodies proven for immunofluorescence in the model system of choice; if available, use knockdown/knockout samples as negative controls
    The primary/secondary antibody concentration is too high, the incubation time is too long, and the incubation temperature is too high To optimize antibody concentration and incubation time/temperature, consult manufacturer's protocol
    Cross-reactivity of secondary antibodies Use isotype controls for secondary antibodies to check for cross-reactivity
    not washed enough Verify that all wash steps are performed correctly; extend wash steps if necessary
    Bleaching during imaging Use secondary antibodies conjugated to fluorophores suitable for the microscopy technique of your choice
    Low signal strength, causing noise Optimize the signal-to-noise ratio, e.


    ibidi μ-Slides and μ-Dishes with coverslip bottoms for inverted microscopy are available in a variety of geometries to suit any specific need for your immunocytochemistry


    The geometry of the ibidi channel slides is ideal for the precise exchange of small intermediate volumes, which is required during immunocytochemical staining


    In ibidi chamber slides, silicone gaskets with removable chambers are mounted on standard slides


    Low signal or no signal


    reason solution
    Sample drying Always keep the sample moist
    Over-fixation of the sample, resulting in epitope damage Reduce fixation time or change fixatives
    Insufficient permeabilization method Optimize or skip the passthrough step
    The primary antibody does not bind to the antigen of interest Use primary antibodies proven for immunofluorescence in the model system of choice; check antibody function by using positive controls (eg, by overexpression or by adding inducers)
    Primary/secondary antibody dilution too high, incubation time too short, incubation temperature too low Increase antibody concentration or incubation time/temperature; consult manufacturer's protocol
    very low or no antigen expression Use positive controls (eg, overexpression models); reconsider your experimental system
    Improper Microscopic Detection Methods Use a more sensitive image acquisition method; check the filter/laser settings you use; use a brighter fluorophore for detection


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