Protocol for determination of phosphatidylinositol 3-phosphate levels and localization in Candida glabrata by confocal microscopy

Abstract

Summary: Phosphatidylinositol 3-phosphate (PI3P) levels govern membrane trafficking in Candida glabrata. Here, we present a confocal imaging-based protocol for PI3P localization analysis using the GFP-FYVE (found in Fab1, YOTB, Vac1, and EEA1) fusion protein. We describe steps for cloning the FYVE domain into the GFP-containing vector backbone, transforming FYVE-GFP into C. glabrata, and preparing slides with FYVE-GFP-expressing C. glabrata cells. We then detail procedures for acquiring and analyzing images and quantifying signal data. This protocol is adaptable to subcellular localization analysis of other low-abundant lipid and protein molecules.For complete details on the use and execution of this protocol, please refer to Askari et al. (2023).1 : Publisher’s note: Undertaking any experimental protocol requires adherence to local institutional guidelines for laboratory safety and ethics.

Keywords

• Cell Biology
• Microscopy