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Immunoassay (Noun)

Meaning

Identification of a substance (especially a protein) by its action as an antigen; "PSA in the blood can be measured with an immunochemical assay".

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Examples

  • Blood tests use an immunoassay to measure the level of PSA in the blood, which can be an indicator of prostate cancer.
  • The researchers employed an immunoassay technique to identify troponin in the patient's blood, indicating a possible heart attack.
  • By using a highly sensitive immunoassay, the scientists were able to detect even minute amounts of the targeted protein in the tissue sample.
  • The immunoassay revealed elevated levels of the hormone, which is often associated with a specific medical condition.
  • In the lab, the technicians utilized an immunoassay to quantify the presence of insulin in the patient's serum, helping to diagnose diabetes.

Synonyms

  • Immunochemical Assay

Hypernyms

  • Bio-assay
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