Figure 5.
Multiplexed confocal analysis of hAuNP-labeled RSV mRNA with other mRNA sequences and subcellular organelles. (A) F protein was detected by monoclonal antibody in RSV-infected HEp-2 (MOI = 0.25) (B) RSV-specific hAuNP emission (C) DIC overlay. (D) Simultaneous imaging of RSV mRNA (red) and GAPDH mRNA (blue) using spectrally-distinct hAuNP indicated areas of distinct localization and colocalization within the cell. (E) RSV-targeted hAuNP were observed to colocalize with Mitotracker(MT)-stained mitochondria, but are also observed in distinct locations within RSV-infected cells.