Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)

Extremely sensitive and specific analytical technique using antibodies linked to an enzyme system to amplify sensitivity.


A test used to detect antibodies to the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) virus in blood serum.


This is a sensitive method for measuring the quantity of a substance. An antibody to the substance is prepared along with an enzyme which binds to the antibody and which can be accurately measured using colour changes that occur as a result of the chemical reaction.


An immunological examination utilized for the identification of specific substances, encompassing viruses and antibodies.


 


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