Module 12: Immunological Testing Methods Obj. 5 Flashcards

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4 main groups of labels used in immunoassays

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Radioactive
Enzyme
Fluorescent
Chemiluminescent

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Radioimmunoassay (RIA)

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utilize atoms with unstable nuclei that emit radiation that can be detected using a counter

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Enzyme immunoassay (EIA)

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utilize non-isotopic labels

Enzyme labeled Ab or Ag may be used

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Fluorescent Immunoassay (FIA)

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molecules which will absorb the energy of a photon of one wavelength and emit a photon of a slightly longer (lower energy) wavelength

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Chemiluminescence immunoassay (CIA)

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substrates are modules which emit a photon of light as a result of a chemical reaction
ex. Luminol

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