Veterinary Technician

Category - Lab Procedures

Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay tests are commonly performed in a Veterinary Hospital. When detecting viruses, parasites, or bacteria, what type of antibody technology does this test use to detect antigens?
  1. Polyclonal
  2. Superlative
  3. Monoclonal
  4. Paralytic
Explanation
Answer: C - Monoclonal antibodies technology is used in Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) tests. They are highly accurate and there is little cross reactivity with other agents. ELISA test kits are used in-house for the detection of heartworms, Feline Leukemia Virus, Feline Immunodeficiency Virus, and many others.
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