Mesh term Radioimmunoassay
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Immunoassay
Description
Classic quantitative assay for detection of antigen-antibody reactions using a radioactively labeled substance (radioligand) either directly or indirectly to measure the binding of the unlabeled substance to a specific antibody or other receptor system. Non-immunogenic substances (e.g., haptens) can be measured if coupled to larger carrier proteins (e.g., bovine gamma-globulin or human serum albumin) capable of inducing antibody formation.Browse to child terms:
Immunoradiometric Assay
Radioallergosorbent Test
Radioimmunoprecipitation Assay
Radioimmunosorbent Test
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