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Rapid assay of interferon.

J A Green

    Texas Reports on Biology and Medicine
    |January 1, 1977
    PubMed
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    Interferon assays can be performed moderately quickly, but the best method depends on balancing speed with technical effort. Choosing an assay requires evaluating multiple factors beyond just rapid results.

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    Area of Science:

    • Immunology
    • Biochemistry

    Background:

    • Current interferon assays offer limited throughput within 24 hours.
    • Some rapid assays provide results in 8-10 hours.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the factors influencing the choice of interferon assay procedures.
    • To determine optimal assay turnaround times and technical demands.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of existing interferon assay methodologies.
    • Analysis of assay duration versus required technical time.

    Main Results:

    • Moderate throughput assays are available within 20-24 hours.
    • Limited rapid assays can be completed in 8-10 hours.
    • A 16-hour assay with 2 hours of technical time is preferred over an 8-hour assay needing 6 hours.

    Conclusions:

    • Assay selection requires comprehensive evaluation beyond speed.
    • Balancing assay time and technical workload is crucial for routine use.