Classroom Kit – In Search of the Kissing Disease – For 10 Groups

ABOUT THIS PRODUCT:
In this experiment, students will perform an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) in order to screen simulated serum samples for antibodies to the Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) – a virus that causes most mononucleosis infections and that is associated with pediatric lymphomas.

Group Size:
For 10 lab groups

Time Required:
Complete in 50 minutes

Kit Includes:
Instructions, 10X ELISA wash buffer, ELISA dilution buffer, antigen (lyophilized), primary antibody (lyophilized), secondary antibody (lyophilized), ABTS substrate (lyophilized), & ABTS reaction buffer, small transfer pipets, microtiter plate, 15 mL conical tubes, & snap-top microcentrifuge tubes

All You Need:
Automatic micropipettes with tips (recommended), paper towels, distilled or deionized water, beakers or flasks, disposable lab gloves, & safety goggles

Storage:
Refrigerator