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What is one major advantage of lateral flow ELISA?

  • Results take days to analyze
  • Requires complex laboratory conditions
  • High sample volume requirement
  • No washing steps necessary (correct)

    • Which factor can limit the sensitivity of lateral flow ELISA tests?

  • High viscosity of fluid samples
  • Inaccuracy in sample volume (correct)
  • Presence of control lines
  • Excessive sample volume

    • What indicates that a lateral flow ELISA has been performed correctly during testing?

  • Red line appearing in the test line and control line (correct)
  • Presence of only the control line
  • Presence of only the test line
  • Absence of any lines

    • What does a faint line in the test area of a pregnancy test indicate?

    <p>There may be a trace amount of hCG in the urine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a disadvantage of lateral flow ELISA?

    <p>Good antibody preparation is obligatory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of samples do not typically require pretreatment in lateral flow ELISA?

    <p>Fluid samples</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of detection method provides a qualitative result based on visual inspection?

    <p>Visual inspection of line colors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What indicates a negative result in a pregnancy test?

    <p>No line in the test area and a single red line in the control area.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following methods is used to quantitatively measure colors produced at the test and control line?

    <p>Optical strip readers or camera with imaging software.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common advantage of using lateral flow assays?

    <p>They provide rapid results without complex procedures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one key difference between ELISPOT and ELISA regarding the end product?

    <p>ELISPOT results in a precipitate, while ELISA produces a solution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information does ELISPOT provide that ELISA does not?

    <p>Number of cells secreting a specific cytokine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In FACS analysis, which component is used to separate cells based on their fluorescent properties?

    <p>Laser light.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the terms FSC and SSC stand for in FACS?

    <p>Forward scatter and side scatter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it not possible for ELISA to detect parallel secretion of proteins by the same cell?

    <p>ELISA is designed to measure total protein concentration, not individual cell activity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic allows different cell populations to be identified in FACS dot plots?

    <p>Location based on two plotted parameters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly describes ELISA's capability in measuring cytokines?

    <p>ELISA exclusively quantifies the total concentration of cytokine produced.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are cells sorted in a FACS system?

    <p>According to their size and fluorescent intensity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary application of lateral flow assays in veterinary medicine?

    <p>Detection of bovine antibody to Anaplasma marginale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly describes the immediate results provided by lateral flow assays?

    <p>Results are displayed within 5-30 minutes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of recognition element does a lateral flow immunoassay (LFIA) specifically utilize?

    <p>Antibodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a one-step hCG urine test, what indicates that the test has been performed correctly?

    <p>Appearance of a control line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following biological samples is NOT typically tested using lateral flow assays?

    <p>Breath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of assay utilizes nucleic acids as the recognition element?

    <p>Nucleic acid lateral flow assay (NALFA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a positive result in a one-step hCG urine test indicate?

    <p>hCG is present in the urine sample.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a rapid test utilized for detecting environmental pollutants?

    <p>Detection of bisphenol A (BPA) in water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    ELISPOT vs ELISA

    • ELISPOT plates contain a PVDF membrane, while ELISA plates do not have a membrane.
    • ELISPOT results in a precipitate, while ELISA results in a solution.
    • ELISPOT provides information about the number of cells secreting a specific cytokine (e.g., cells per 1 million).
    • ELISA provides information on the concentration of the cytokine of interest produced by all cells in the culture (e.g., pg/1 mL of supernatant).
    • ELISA reveals how much cytokine is produced and secreted at a specific time but doesn't indicate the number of secreting cells.
    • ELISPOT allows for the detection of two proteins secreted simultaneously by the same cell.
    • ELISA cannot detect simultaneous secretion of two proteins from the same cell.

    FACS

    • FACS (Fluorescence-Activated Cell Sorting) separates cells based on their fluorescent properties.
    • Cells are stained with fluorescent dyes and passed through a laser beam.
    • The emitted fluorescent light is detected, and the signal is used to sort cells into different populations.
    • Cells are sorted based on their size (Forward Scatter, FSC) and granularity (Side Scatter, SSC).

    FACS Dot Plot

    • FACS dot plots are two-dimensional representations showcasing the relationship between two parameters, such as SSC and FSC.
    • Different cell populations can be identified based on their location on the dot plot (e.g., lymphocytes and monocytes).

    Lateral Flow Assays (LFAs)

    • LFAs are a technology behind simple, portable, cost-effective detection devices used in various fields, including medicine, agriculture, and environmental sciences.
    • They provide rapid results (5-30 minutes), ideal for direct patient diagnosis.
    • LFAs are used for qualitative and quantitative detection of specific antigens, antibodies, and gene amplification products (e.g., HIV-1 RNA).
    • Applications extend to veterinary medicine, quality control, food safety, and environmental health.
    • LFAs can analyze various biological samples like urine, saliva, serum, and blood.

    Types of Lateral Flow Assays

    • LFIA (Lateral Flow Immunoassay): Exclusively uses antibodies as the recognition element.
    • NALFA (Nucleic Acid Lateral Flow Assay): Employs nucleic acids as the recognition element.

    One-Step hCG Urine Test

    • This test detects the presence of hCG in urine through a lateral flow assay.
    • It consists of a sample pad, a membrane, and a control line.
    • The sample pad contains hCG (analyte), and the conjugate pad holds antibodies conjugated to gold nanoparticles (anti-analyte Ab).
    • The membrane contains a test line with antibodies against hCG and a control line with anti-IgG antibodies.
    • Urine applied to the sample pad binds to the gold-conjugated antibodies and migrates along the membrane.
    • A red line appears on the test line if hCG is present due to binding.
    • The control line always appears to ensure proper test functionality and sample flow.
    • The test results can be interpreted as positive, negative, or weak positive:
      • Positive (pregnancy): A second red line appears on the test line.
      • Negative (no pregnancy): Only the control line shows a red line.
      • Weak positive: A faint line on the test line might indicate a trace amount of hCG, suggesting an early pregnancy or a medical condition impacting hCG levels.

    Detection Methods Used in Lateral Flow Assays

    • Different detection methods are used in LFAs:
      • Labels:
        • Color Labels:
          • Quantitative: Optical strip readers or cameras measure the intensity of colors at test and control lines.
          • Semi-quantitative: Visual inspection of a ladder bar, where the number of colored lines indicates analyte concentration.
          • Qualitative: Visual inspection of line colors.
        • Fluorescent Labels:
          • Quantitative: Fluorescent strip readers record fluorescence intensity.
          • Semi-quantitative: Not mentioned in the text.
          • Qualitative: Not mentioned in the text.
        • Other Labels:
          • Quantitative: Magnetic strip readers, Electrochemical detectors, Chemiluminescence readers.
          • Semi-quantitative: Not mentioned in the text.
          • Qualitative: Not mentioned in the text.

    Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Lateral Flow Assays

    • Advantages:

      • One-step assay without washing steps.
      • Fast, cost-effective, and requires a low sample volume.
      • Provides qualitative or semi-quantitative results.
      • Relatively short development time.
      • Simple test procedure.
      • Can be used at the point of care.
      • Detects proteins, haptens, nucleic acids, and amplicons.
      • Can use individual tests or arrays for mid-throughput screening.
      • Long shelf life, often does not require refrigeration.
      • Pretreatment is often unnecessary for fluid samples.

    • Disadvantages:

      • One-step assay.
      • Inaccurate sample volume can affect precision.
      • Limited total volume in the test can reduce sensitivity.
      • No enzyme reaction amplification is possible.
      • Requires high-quality antibody preparation.
      • Analysis time depends on the sample's nature (e.g., viscosity).
      • Matrix components can obstruct pores.
      • Pretreatment is necessary for non-fluid samples.

    Lateral Flow ELISA

    • This type of test uses an antibody-based approach, similar to ELISA, but employs lateral flow technology.
    • It features a test line with antibodies against the analyte and a control line with anti-IgG antibodies.
    • When a sample containing the analyte is applied, it binds to the gold-conjugated antibodies and migrates along the membrane.
    • A red line appears on the test line when the analyte binds to the antibodies, indicating a positive result.
    • The control line always appears to ensure the test's functionality.
    • Results are interpreted as positive, negative, or weak positive based on the presence or absence of lines on the test area.

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