Repeat DNA-PAINT suppresses background and non-specific signals in optical nanoscopy

Nat Commun. 2021 Jan 21;12(1):501. doi: 10.1038/s41467-020-20686-z.

Abstract

DNA-PAINT is a versatile optical super-resolution technique relying on the transient binding of fluorescent DNA 'imagers' to target epitopes. Its performance in biological samples is often constrained by strong background signals and non-specific binding events, both exacerbated by high imager concentrations. Here we describe Repeat DNA-PAINT, a method that enables a substantial reduction in imager concentration, thus suppressing spurious signals. Additionally, Repeat DNA-PAINT reduces photoinduced target-site loss and can accelerate sampling, all without affecting spatial resolution.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • DNA / chemistry*
  • Microscopy, Fluorescence / methods*
  • Nanostructures / chemistry*
  • Nanotechnology / methods*
  • Nucleic Acids / chemistry
  • Oligonucleotides / chemistry
  • Reproducibility of Results

Substances

  • Nucleic Acids
  • Oligonucleotides
  • DNA