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GlossaryIndirect Immunofluorescence (IIF)

technique using fluorescent-tagged antibodies to detect specific proteins

Indirect Immunofluorescence (IIF) is a laboratory technique used to detect specific antibodies or antigens in a sample. It involves applying a primary antibody to the target antigen, followed by a secondary antibody that is tagged with a fluorescent dye. When viewed under a fluorescence microscope, the areas where the antibodies have bound will glow, allowing researchers to visualize the presence and location of the target molecules. This method is widely used in medical diagnostics and research, including the study of autoimmune diseases and infections.

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research Group IID, IIE, IIF, and III Secreted Phospholipase A2s

23 citations, August 2018 in “Biochimica and biophysica acta. Molecular and cell biology of lipids”

Different sPLA2 enzymes affect immunity, skin and hair health, reproduction, and may be potential targets for therapy.

research Skin Biopsy

106 citations, December 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Correct skin biopsy techniques are crucial to avoid misdiagnosis of skin diseases.

research Phospholipase A2 in Skin Biology: New Insights from Gene-Manipulated Mice and Lipidomics

24 citations, December 2018 in “Inflammation and Regeneration”

Phospholipase A2 enzymes play key roles in skin health and disease.

research Obesity and Female Androgenic Alopecia: A Cause and an Effect?

7 citations, June 1994 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Obesity may contribute to female hair loss by increasing male hormone levels that affect hair follicles.

research A Novel Human Type II Cytokeratin, K6hf, Specifically Expressed in the Companion Layer of the Hair Follicle

139 citations, December 1998 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

K6hf is a unique protein found only in a specific layer of hair follicles.

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in Progress Pictures 753 upvotes 1 year ago

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