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Tips & Tricks
The Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) is a proven sensitive method for detecting and quantifying specific biomarkers in a wide range of clinical and research samples. The accuracy and precision of ELISAs can be affected by many factors, including pipetting, washing, and sample-handling techn...
ELISA Instrumentation
Automate ELISA Testing to Improve Performance and Productivity Shifting from manual ELISA processing to automation helps reduce variability and improve analytical performance. ALPCO offers automation to optimize workflow, capacity, and productivity.DYNEX DS2® 2-Plate ELISA Processing SystemCompact....
FAQs
ImmunoassaysWhat kind of sample type can be used with the kit I purchased?Each type of kit has been validated for the sample types indicated in its protocol. All other sample types would have to be validated internally. Please contact ALPCO's product support team for further information regardi...
Explore ALPCO's Diverse Products for Gastroenterology Research
Explore ALPCO's Diverse Products for Gastroenterology Research  AGA Guidelines: Calprotectin and C-Reactive Protein Monitoring for the Management of Crohn’s Disease   Download ou infograhpic prepared by ALPCO and gain a comprehensive overview of the American Gastroenterological Association (...
Stool-Based Biomarkers to Differentiate Between IBD and IBS
What are IBD and IBS? Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are two different gastrointestinal tract issues affecting millions of people every day. Although there is some overlap between symptoms of IBD and IBS, differences still remain in regards to pathologies, risks...
ALPCO Releases a New Broad Range Periostin ELISA
ALPCO is now offering a new broad range Periostin ELISA that has been optimized to detect all known splicing forms of human periostin. The Periostin ELISA is highly characterized with a full validation package, and offers great reproducibility and precision. Not only are all standards and controls i...
The Generation and Function of Active GLP-1
The Generation and Function of Active GLP-1 Active glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) is a member of the incretin hormone family and is generated as a result of post translational modifications during proglucagon processing1,2. Active GLP-1 plays a key role in the incretin effect and is vital for main...
A Guide to STELLUX® Chemiluminscence ELISAs: An Infographic
Today, multiple immunoassay platforms exist, providing scientists and clinicians with the means to measure a variety of biomarkers1,2,3. However, research indicates some immunoassay platforms have limitations that can inhibit progress in the laboratory4,5,6. In an effort to provide researchers with ...
12 ELISA Tips and Tricks: An Expert’s Guide to Improve Your Technique
The Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) is a proven sensitive method for detecting and quantifying specific biomarkers in a wide range of clinical and research samples. The accuracy and precision of ELISAs can be affected by many factors, including pipetting, washing, and sample-handling techn...
How Can Your Lab Benefit from Immunoassay Automation?
The use of the Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) technique has assisted both clinical and research laboratories in quantifying analytes of interest in heterogeneous samples. The sensitivity and specificity achievable with immunoassays are often ideal for biomarker testing. However, manually ...
Melatonin Products for Sleep Disorder-Related Research
Melatonin is an endogenously expressed hormone present in a wide spectrum of organisms from bacteria to humans.  Primarily secreted by the pineal gland, melatonin enters the circulation via cerebrospinal fluid and plays a key role in the regulation of the sleep-wake cycle.  Melatonin levels help m...
Vasopressin: An Important Biomarker for Water Metabolism & Sleep Research
ALPCO is pleased to announce the addition of two new radioimmunoassays (RIA) to measure vasopressin. The Vasopressin RIA and the Vasopressin Direct RIA. Both assays were originally developed by BÜHLMANN Laboratories. After optimization for greater ease-of-use, they are now offered by NovoLytiX G...
Thunderbolt® Automated Color/Chemiluminescence ELISA System
ALPCO is now partnering with Gold Standard Diagnostics to provide laboratories with a fully automated benchtop system compatible with both colorimetric and chemiluminescence ELISAs. The Thunderbolt® System performs all operations, including pipetting, washing, and plate reading, for walk-away pr...
DYNEX DSX® 4-Plate ELISA Processing System
ALPCO is partnering with DYNEX to provide laboratories with a fully-automated ELISA system capable of processing four plates simultaneously.  The DYNEX DSX® is designed to mimic ELISA accuracy without the hands-on labor, time, and cost previously required. Laboratories can take advantage of the ...
DYNEX DS2® 2-Plate ELISA Processing System
ALPCO is partnering with DYNEX to provide clinical, research, and industrial laboratories with a compact, fully-automated ELISA system capable of processing two plates simultaneously.  The DYNEX DS2® is dynamic, precise, and cost-effective. Advanced Automation to Streamline Workflow Designed f...
5 Reasons to Consider Immunoassay Automation
Article: 5 Reasons to Consider Immunoassay Automation Download The use of the Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) technique has assisted both clinical and research laboratories in quantifying analytes of interest in heterogeneous samples for more than 50 years. The sensitivit...
High Throughput Calprotectin Testing with ALPCO Immunoturbidimetric Assay
Maximize lab efficiency with ALPCO's calprotectin immunoturbidimetric assay. Leverage existing analyzers, ensure accurate results, and improve turnaround times. 
Differentiating Gastrointestinal Pathogens from IBD and IBS
Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), as well as infections from GI pathogens can present very similar symptoms. A host of tests have been developed to aid in the differentiation between IBD and IBS, such as calprotectin and lact...
ALPCO Releases STELLUX® Chemiluminescent Human Intact Proinsulin ELISA
ALPCO announced in a press release on February 18, 2014 that the company has launched their new STELLUX® Chemiluminescent Human Intact Proinsulin ELISA, the latest assay to be launched in the company’s STELLUX® Chemiluminescent product line. The new Human Intact Proinsulin ELISA features a broad dyn...
ALPCO to Feature New STELLUX® Chemi Active GLP-1 (7-36) amide ELISA and Young Investigators Travel Grant Program at ADA’s 78th Scientific Sessions
June 19, 2018 ALPCO, a leading producer of research and clinical immunoassays, announced it will showcase its new STELLUX® Chemi Active GLP-1 (7-36) amide ELISA at the American Diabetes Association’s 78th Scientific Sessions June 23-25, 2018 in Orlando, FL.  This new addition to the STELLUX® Chem...
ALPCO's New FDA Cleared 25-OH Vitamin D Total ELISA Provides Option for Hospitals and Smaller Clinical Labs to Bring Affordable Testing In-House
ALPCO announced in a press release on January 22, 2014 that their test portfolio for clinical and hospital laboratory customers has expanded to include a new FDA 510(k) cleared 25-OH Vitamin D Total ELISA. The growth in 25-OH Vitamin D testing has been a challenge for clinical and hospital labora...
Plate Washing Technique
Recommendations for hand washing and drying an ELISA plate. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6gkUj5xn8_g&feature=youtu.be
ALPCO Releases New Chemiluminescent Human C-peptide ELISA
ALPCO announced the launch of its new STELLUX® Chemiluminescent Human C-peptide ELISA on December 5, 2014. This highly characterized assay measures C-peptide requiring only 50 µL of human serum, plasma or cell culture supernatant. The ELISA exhibits greater sensitivity and a broader dynamic range co...
Complement System Solutions for Drug Development and Clinical Research
Datasheet: Complement System Immunoassays Download The complement system is essential to innate immunity which protects from chronic, autoimmune, and infectious disease. There are three distinct pathways of complement activation: classical, lectin/MBL, and alternative. Each leads...