An ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) is a method used to quantitatively detect an antigen within a sample. The range of potential antigens is vast, so ELISAs are used in many areas of research and testing to detect and quantify antigens in a wide variety of sample types. Cell lysates, blood samples, food items, and more can be analyzed for specific substances of interest using ELISAs. Despite being first introduced over 50 years ago, ELISAs continue to be an essential tool for many researchers.
In this ebook from Molecular Devices, discover how to most effectively use ELISAs in a wide array of research fields and applications.