Describe the Process of Using ELISA to Detect the Presence

question 67

Essay

Describe the process of using ELISA to detect the presence of anti-HIV protease IgG antibodies in human blood samples. Include how the assay would be prepared, the order of reagent addition, and how differing levels of anti-HIV protease antibodies could be detected by the assay.

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Definitions:

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