Which enzyme is most commonly used as a label in immunohistochemistry detection systems?
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Correct answer: Horseradish peroxidase
Horseradish peroxidase (HRP) is commonly used in IHC because it catalyzes reactions that produce a colored product visible under a microscope. This helps visualize where the antibody has bound in the tissue.
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