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Internally referenced ImmunoConcentration assays.

R R Anderson, T T Lee, D C Saewert

    Clinical Chemistry
    |September 1, 1986
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    A new immunoConcentration device incorporates an internal reference zone for improved accuracy in human choriogonadotropin (HCG) testing. This rapid assay provides reliable precision for HCG detection in serum samples.

    Area of Science:

    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Immunotechnology
    • Analytical Chemistry

    Background:

    • Immunoassays are crucial for detecting biomarkers like human choriogonadotropin (HCG).
    • Variations in assay conditions can affect the reliability of immunoassay results.
    • A need exists for more robust and internally validated immunoassay formats.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop a novel immunoConcentration device with an integrated internal reference zone.
    • To establish an internally referenced assay for quantifying human choriogonadotropin (HCG) in serum.
    • To enhance the precision and reliability of rapid immunoassays.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a single immunoConcentration device featuring both a test and a reference zone.
    • Construction of an internally referenced assay utilizing anti-HCG antibodies for the test zone.

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  • Incorporation of antibodies against alkaline phosphatase in the reference zone, both immobilized on latex microspheres within a porous support.

    • Main Results:

    • The internally referenced HCG assay provides results within approximately 5 minutes.
    • The assay demonstrates a measured overall precision (CV) of approximately 15% at 50 int. units/L of HCG in serum.
    • The internal reference zone effectively moderates variations in assay conditions, improving result interpretation.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed immunoConcentration device with an internal reference zone offers a rapid and precise method for HCG quantification.
    • Internal referencing enhances assay robustness by mitigating the impact of environmental and procedural variations.
    • This technology holds potential for improving diagnostic accuracy in point-of-care settings.