Learning about Food Allergies and the Detection of Allergens

Food allergies have become a growing concern worldwide, as there has been a large increase in the number of both children and adults in the last few decades that are being affected by this immune system condition. The National Institute…

Spring Allergies and the Antibody-Antigen Connection

Welcome to the early days of spring! After a long winter, we’re ready for brightly colored blooms and buds, less clothing layers, and more daylight. Several of us are also preparing for the inevitable start of spring season allergies. Allergies…

Using the ELISA to Detect West Nile Virus

Looking for a way to keep your immunology or virology lessons fresh?  Consider teaching the lesson from a biomedical diagnostic point of view!  Here, we describe how the West Nile Virus can be used to teach the Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (or ELISA). What…