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enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay

 
Sci-Tech Dictionary: enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
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(medicine) A laboratory technique in which a monoclonal antibody conjugated to an enzyme is used to rapidly detect and quantify the presence of an antigen in a sample. Abbreviated ELISA.


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A species-specific serologic laboratory procedure used to identify microorganisms infecting or inhabiting a tissue or organ system. Its dental use is in the identification of pathogens involved in periodontal disease.

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