Microinjection of A. aegypti embryos to obtain transgenic mosquitoes

J Vis Exp. 2007:(5):219. doi: 10.3791/219. Epub 2007 Jul 4.

Abstract

In this video, Nijole Jasinskiene demonstrates the methodology employed to generate transgenic Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, which are vectors for dengue fever. The techniques for correctly preparing microinjection needles, desiccating embryos, and performing microinjection are demonstrated.

Publication types

  • Video-Audio Media

MeSH terms

  • Aedes / embryology*
  • Aedes / genetics*
  • Animals
  • Animals, Genetically Modified*
  • DNA / administration & dosage
  • Dengue / transmission
  • Gene Transfer Techniques*
  • Insect Vectors
  • Microinjections* / methods

Substances

  • DNA