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Tri dot test TRI DOT test; HIV TRI DOT & HCV TRI DOT are screening tests for the qualitative detection of HIV & HCV antibodies, respectively, in Human serum and Plasma.

A CLOSER LOOK AT WESTERN BLOT

WESTERN BLOT Western blot, is known as immunoblot, is a technique used for protein detection from a mixture of proteins and has its application in immunology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and cell biology fields.

Why an ELISA test is better than a Rapid or an RT-PCR test

ELISA test is better than a Rapid or an RT-PCR test The RT-PCR, ELISA, and RAPID tests are various diagnostic methods used to detect pathogens or antibodies to the pathogen based on the disease life cycle. The Three Techniques have their own unique sets of advantages and disadvantages, and hence it is vital to make […]

An ELISA Reader & Washer – A Beginners Guide to Buying

The ELISA Reader is an integral part of most mid-size laboratory systems today. ELISA tests cover a broad spectrum of tests from Infectious to Vector-Borne to Wellness related diseases. This instrument is a microprocessor-controlled, general purpose photometer system designed to read and calculate the result of assays, which are read in a microtiter plate. Hence […]

Best Malaria Test Kit: Rapid Vs. ELISA

Malaria Malaria is one of the most common infectious tropical diseases and an enormous public health problem. It is a parasitic disease characterized by fever, chills, and anemia caused by malaria parasites spread from one human to another through infected Anopheles mosquitoes bite. Four malaria parasites can infect humans: Plasmodium falciparum, P. vivax, P. ovale, […]

5 Points to Consider When Buying an ELISA Reader & Washer

The ELISA Reader or Microplate Reader is a microprocessor-controlled, general purpose photometer system designed to read and calculate the result of assays, which are read in a microtiter plate. The ELISA Washer or Microplate washer is designed to wash the microwells as a part of the ELISA testing process. The performance of the ELISA test […]

How Accurate is Tri Dot Testing?

HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus), the primary agent of AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency syndrome) attacks our immune system and is transmitted through infected blood from person to person. Hepatitis C Virus causes Hepatitis, liver infection and can lead to death if not diagnosed and treated on time.In individuals infected with HIV or HCV, Testing is performed using […]

What Does The Test D-Dimer Result Mean/ Indicate

What is D-Dimer ? D-Dimer is a protein that is produced after blood clotting and subsequent breakdown of blood clots. Whenever there is damage to any body part or bleeding, intrinsic or extrinsic coagulation pathways are activated, resulting in the formation of a blood clot at the site.