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Comparison of the size of quantum dots with synaptic structures and other probes used to label the plasma membrane, recycling membranes, or membrane receptors in the synapse. Realistic sizes are presented for all labels. For quantum dots we assume that their core is covered by a streptavidin layer, to which antibodies are then attached.
