BrdU as a Proliferation Marker

Second, BrdU was not detected in cells exhibiting features of DNA damage, repair, or programmed cell death. DNA damage was detected using the TUNEL assay. As expected, ischemia increased the number of TUNEL+ cells in several 

Altogether, we conclude that for the current model/BrdU protocol, BrdU can be safely interpreted as a selective marker for adult-generated cells and their progeny. 

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