Precipitation Tests Involve All of the Following, Except

question 35

Multiple Choice

Precipitation tests involve all of the following, except

• A)they rely on formation of visible clumps for detection.
• B)they include the VDRL test for syphilis.
• C)they are often performed in agar gels.
• D)they can be done in a test tube by carefully adding antiserum over antigen solution.
• E)a cloudy or opaque zone developing where antigen and antibody react.

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Definitions:

Lipid

Lipids are a broad group of naturally occurring molecules that include fats, oils, waxes, and certain vitamins, characterized by their insolubility in water but solubility in organic solvents.

Nucleic Acid

Macromolecules, such as DNA or RNA, composed of nucleotides that carry genetic information or are involved in controlling cellular processes.

Protein

Large biomolecules consisting of one or more long chains of amino acids, essential for structure, function, and regulation of the body's cells, tissues, and organs.

Molecular Chaperones

Proteins that assist in the proper folding of other proteins within the cell, preventing misfolding and promoting cellular health.