Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH)
A)uses virus hosts.
B)uses a labeled probe.
C)is useful in microbial ecology.
D)allows identification of particular bacterial groups in mixed samples.
E)uses a labeled probe,is useful in microbial ecology,AND allows identification of particular bacterial groups in mixed samples.

Question

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FISH uses a labeled probe to detect and identify specific microorganisms in a sample, which is useful in microbial ecology for identifying bacterial populations. It also allows for the identification of particular bacterial groups in mixed samples. Therefore, both options B and D are correct, and option E includes both of them. The method does not involve using virus hosts; thus, option A is incorrect.

Fluorescence in Situ Hybridization (FISH)