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Question
Expand the Given and mention one application of each:
ELISA
Solution
ELISA (Enzyme linked Immunosorbent Assay) is a technique in molecular biology which uses antigens and antibodies to identify infectious diseases. An infection is identified by the presence of antigens like proteins or by the synthesis of antibodies against the infection
Use - This technique is widely used for detecting AIDS.
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