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immunodiffusion

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Immunodiffusion is a laboratory technique used to detect and quantify antigens and antibodies by observing their interactions within a gel medium. This technique involves the diffusion of antigens and antibodies through a gel, usually agar, resulting in the formation of a visible precipitate when they interact.

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  • Applications
  • Types of Immunodiffusion
  • Single Immunodiffusion ([[Radial immunodiffusion|Radial Immunodiffusion]])
  • Double Immunodiffusion ([[Ouchterlony double immunodiffusion|Ouchterlony Technique]])
  • Other types
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Immunodiffusion is a laboratory technique used to detect and quantify antigens and antibodies by observing their interactions within a gel medium. This technique involves the diffusion of antigens and antibodies through a gel, usually agar, resulting in the formation of a visible precipitate when they interact.

== Applications == Immunodiffusion techniques are widely used in immunology for various purposes, including: Determining antigen content Identifying immunoglobulin classes Evaluating antibodies Estimating serum transferrin and alpha-fetoprotein levels Comparing properties of different antigens

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