DETECTION of IHC Flashcards

1
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Uses 1 antibody for detection of Antigen

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Direct IHC

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2
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Traditionally used method of detection in IHC

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Direct IHC

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3
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Improved type of Direct IHC

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EPOS

Enhanced Polymer One-step Staining

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4
Q

EPOS requires the addition of

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Dextran polymer

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5
Q

T/F. EPOS is more sensitive than traditional IHC

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True

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6
Q

Uses 2 antibody for the detection of Antigen

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Indirect IHC

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7
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Specific to the antigen

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Primary Antibody

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8
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Attaches to the Fc portion of primary antibody

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Secondary Antibody

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9
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Advantage of Automated IHC

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  • Less manpower
  • Greater consistency of staining
  • decrease use of Reagent
  • faster and accurate
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