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Opinion Article - Journal of Clinical Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (2023) Volume 5, Issue 2
Exploring the Properties and Applications of Tissue Homogenates in Biomedical Research
Tissue homogenates refer to a preparation of biological tissue that has been mechanically disrupted or broken down to release its cellular contents, including proteins, nucleic acids, and other biomolecules. Homogenization can be achieved by physical means such as grinding, shearing, or sonication, or by chemical means such as treatment with detergents or enzymes. Tissue homogenates are commonly used in biochemistry, molecular biology, and biomedical research to study the function and properties of biomolecules within cells and tissues. They are also used to isolate specific cellular components, such as organelles or subcellular fractions, for further analysis or purification.
Author(s): Anuvya Prare