Immunoassay Basics
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What is the principle behind an immunoassay?

  • The destruction of an antibody by an antigen
  • The nonspecific binding of an antibody to an antigen
  • The enhancement of an antibody by an antigen
  • The specific binding affinity of an antibody for a specific antigen (correct)
  • What are the two major requirements for an immunoassay?

  • An antigen and a laboratory technician
  • An antibody and a detection system (correct)
  • An antigen and a detection system
  • A detection system and a laboratory technician
  • What is the purpose of an immunoassay?

  • To quantify the amount of an antibody or antigen present (correct)
  • To neutralize the activity of an antigen
  • To produce more antibodies
  • To identify the structure of an antigen
  • What is the role of the antibody in an immunoassay?

    <p>To bind specifically to an antigen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome of an immunoassay?

    <p>The quantification of an antibody or antigen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Immunoassay Principles

    • Immunoassays rely on the specific binding affinity between an antibody and a specific antigen to quantify either the antibody or antigen present.
    • Two major requirements are necessary for an immunoassay:

    Requirements for Immunoassay

    • An antibody, which is essential for binding with the antigen.
    • A detection system, which is necessary for measuring the binding reaction.

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    Learn about the principles of immunoassay, a laboratory technique that utilizes the specific binding affinity between an antibody and an antigen to quantify their presence. Discover the two major requirements for an immunoassay.

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