In a Direct ELISA, the Reporter Enzyme

question 25

Multiple Choice

In a direct ELISA, the reporter enzyme

• A) reacts directly with the antigen the assay is seeking and chemically modifies an added substrate to generate a colorimetric or chemiluminescent change.
• B) is bound to the detection antibody.
• C) reacts directly with the antigen the assay is seeking.
• D) is bound to the detection antibody and chemically modifies an added substrate to generate a colorimetric or chemiluminescent change.
• E) chemically modifies an added substrate to generate a colorimetric or chemiluminescent change.

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Definitions:

Hostile Attribution

The tendency to interpret others' behaviors as having malicious intent, even in ambiguous situations.

Potency Bias

A cognitive bias that affects how people perceive the power or influence of others, often overstating the strength of those in leadership or authority positions.

Hostile Attribution Bias

The tendency to interpret others' behaviors as having hostile intent, even when the behavior is ambiguous or benign.

Underlying Defense Mechanism

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