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Sample Preparation for Rapid Lipid Analysis in Drosophila Brain Using Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionization Mass Spectrometry Imaging
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Sample Preparation for Rapid Lipid Analysis in Drosophila Brain Using Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionization Mass Spectrometry Imaging
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09:00 min

July 14, 2022

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Chapters

  • 00:04Introduction
  • 00:46Fly Head Embedding
  • 02:59Cryosectioning the Tissue
  • 07:12Results: MALDI MS Analysis and Mass Spectra of OCT and Drosophila Brain Tissue
  • 08:11Conclusion

Summary

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The aim of this protocol is to provide detailed guidance on the proper sample preparation for lipid and metabolite analysis in small tissues, such as the Drosophila brain, using matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization (MALDI) mass spectrometry imaging.

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