Which of the following must be available when using a nucleic acid probe to identify a specific clinical microorganism?

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All of the options listed are necessary for the use of a nucleic acid probe. A reporter molecule is needed to identify the hybridization of the probe to the target sequence. Partially denatured DNA from alkali-lysed cells is used to make the target sequence more accessible for hybridization. A single strand of DNA with a sequence unique to the gene of interest is necessary to ensure specificity for the microorganism of interest.

Which of the Following Must Be Available When Using a Nucleic