5 Questions
What is the main characteristic of chemiluminescence assays?
High sensitivity with detection limits as low as attomole or zeptomole level
What can be used as a substrate for an enzyme-labeled immunoreactant to induce a chemical reaction producing light?
Chemiluminescent compound
Which compounds become excited when oxidized and emit light as they revert to the ground state?
Organic compounds
What is the role of peroxidase in chemiluminescent assays?
Acts as a catalyst for inducing light production
How are the results of chemiluminescent assays typically recorded?
Using a luminometer that can read either tubes or microtiter plates
Test your knowledge of chemiluminescence assays with this quiz. Learn about the emission of light in biochemical reactions and the sensitivity of chemiluminescence assays.
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