Probes used for detecting genetic sequences are frequently composed of
A) synthetic nucleic acids and labeled conjugates, such as fluorescent dyes.
B) restriction enzymes.
C) nitrocellulose.
D) agarose.
E) silicon chips.

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Synthetic nucleic acids and labeled conjugates, such as fluorescent dyes, are used as probes to hybridize with specific genetic sequences for detection purposes.

Probes Used for Detecting Genetic Sequences Are Frequently Composed of