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So far most of the approaches rely on microinjection of synthetic constructs into oocytes during or before fertilisation. Recently, a new generation of RNA-specific probes has been developed, the so named SmartFlare probes (Merck Millipore). These consist of a central 15-nm gold particle with target-specific DNAs immobilised on its surface. Because of their central gold particle, SmartFlare probes are detectable by transmission electron microscopy. The aim of the present study was to investigate the uptake and distribution of SmartFlare probes in equine conceptuses at developmental stages suitable for embryo transfer (Days 6\u201310), equine trophoblast vesicles and equine dermal fibroblast cell cultures, and to determine whether differences among these cell types and structures exist. Probe uptake was followed by transmission electron microscopy and fluorescence microscopy. 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