Definitions for "Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay"
A blood test used to find Helicobacter pylori bacteria. Also used to diagnose an ulcer.
An assay based on the use of an enzyme to catalyze a reaction that generates a product detectable by colorimetric methods. The enzyme is conjugated to an antibody that is specific for the antigen to be detected.
A blood test used to determine the presence or absence of viruses and bacteria. It may be used with H. Pylori infections as well as hepatitis C.