Biotech Terms Glossary.

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Ethylene Glycol Reagents

Ethylene glycol reagents refer to chemical compounds containing ethylene glycol molecules that are utilized in various laboratory processes and industrial applications. Ethylene glycol, a colorless, odorless, and sweet-tasting liquid, is commonly used as a versatile solvent, antifreeze agent, and precursor in the synthesis of polymers, plastics, and other organic compounds. In laboratory settings, ethylene glycol […]

Calcium Arsenazo-III Reagents

Calcium Arsenazo-III reagents are chemical compounds used for the quantification of calcium ions in biological and environmental samples. Specifically, Calcium Arsenazo-III is a dye compound that forms a colored complex with calcium ions in aqueous solutions. This complex formation is utilized in spectrophotometric assays to measure the concentration of calcium ions present in a sample. […]

Ethylene glycol diagnostics

Ethylene glycol is a toxic substance commonly found in antifreeze, brake fluid, and other industrial products. Accidental or intentional ingestion of ethylene glycol can lead to severe poisoning and potentially fatal consequences. Ethylene glycol diagnostics refer to tests and methods used to detect and diagnose ethylene glycol poisoning. Diagnostic methods for ethylene glycol poisoning typically […]

Diagnostic Reagents

Diagnostic reagents are essential components of diagnostic tests used in medical settings to detect specific analytes or markers in biological samples. These reagents encompass a range of types, including chemical, immunological, nucleic acid, microbiological, and molecular probes. Chemical reagents undergo reactions with analytes to produce detectable signals, while immunological reagents rely on antigen-antibody interactions. Nucleic […]

Custom Lyophilization

Custom lyophilization refers to the process of freeze-drying a substance according to specific customer requirements or preferences. Lyophilization is a dehydration process commonly used in various industries, including diagnostics and biotechnology, to preserve perishable materials or substances. During lyophilization, the substance is first frozen and then subjected to vacuum conditions, causing the frozen water (or […]

Creatine Kinase Reagents

Creatine kinase (CK) reagents are substances or kits used in laboratory assays to measure the activity of creatine kinase enzymes in biological samples. Creatine kinase is an enzyme found predominantly in tissues with high energy demands, such as skeletal muscle, heart muscle, and brain tissue. It plays a crucial role in the generation of adenosine […]

Calcium Arsenazo

Calcium arsenazo is a chemical compound often used in analytical chemistry for the detection and quantification of calcium ions (Ca^2+) in aqueous solutions. It belongs to a class of compounds known as arsenazo dyes, which are characterized by their ability to form stable complexes with metal ions, resulting in color changes that can be detected […]

Monoclonal Antibodies

Monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) are laboratory-produced molecules that are designed to mimic the immune system’s ability to target and neutralize specific substances, such as pathogens or abnormal cells. They are called “monoclonal” because they are derived from a single clone of cells, typically hybridoma cells created by fusing antibody-producing B cells with immortalized myeloma cells. This […]

Antigens

Antigens are molecules or substances that are recognized by the immune system as foreign or non-self. These can include proteins, polysaccharides, glycoproteins, and other molecular structures present on the surface of pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites. Antigens can also be found on the surface of transplanted tissues or cells from another organism. […]

Contract Lyophilization Services

Contract lyophilization services refer to outsourcing the lyophilization process to specialized facilities or companies that offer expertise and equipment for freeze-drying various substances, such as proteins, biologics, diagnostics, and other products. Contract lyophilization services offer a convenient and efficient solution for companies and organizations seeking to lyophilize their products without the need for significant investment […]