Gain hands-on experience in ELISA-based assay development and LFA fundamentals, working within a real diagnostic laboratory environment on structured experimental workflows.
Course Curriculum
Module 1: Core Laboratory Training
Principles of antigen-antibody interactions
Binding kinetics and signal-to-noise ratios
Reagent selection (capture vs detection antibodies)
Monoclonal vs polyclonal antibodies
Buffer chemistry in assay systems
Module 2: ELISA Development & Optimization
ELISA formats (Direct, Indirect, Sandwich)
Optimization of coating concentrations
Secondary antibody (HRP) optimization
Blocking strategies to reduce non-specific binding