What Histological Techniques are used to Study SERT?
Histological techniques commonly used to study SERT include immunohistochemistry (IHC), in situ hybridization, and autoradiography. IHC utilizes antibodies specific to SERT to visualize its distribution and density in tissue samples. In situ hybridization can be employed to detect SERT mRNA, providing insight into its gene expression patterns. Autoradiography, often using radiolabeled serotonin analogs, allows for the identification of SERT binding sites.
