Briefly describe how fluorescent stains are used to count cells and indicate what cells can be counted.
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Fluorescent stains are chemical compounds that selectively bind to specific cellular components or structures, such as DNA, proteins, or membranes. When exposed to light of a specific wavelength, these stains emit light at a different wavelength, allowing the Show more…
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