The below mentioned article provides notes on Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (EIA). Enzyme immunoassay (EIA) was first described by Engvall and Perlmann (1971, 1972), and by von Weemen and Schuurs (1971, 1972). The technique was derived from the work of Nakane and Pierce (1967) which showed that antibodies could be labelled with enzymes for use in histochemical staining of tissues [...]
In this article we will discuss about the examples of genetic linkage in humans. Also learn its clinical applications. 1. Nail-Patella Syndrome and ABO Blood Groups: This genetic linkage has been demonstrated by Reneisck and Lawler (1955). The nail- patella syndrome or hereditary onychosteodysplasia is characterised by a constellation of abnormalities. The nail dystrophy is variable, ranging from a triangular [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Degree of Resemblance between Parent and Offspring 2. Result of Children of First Cousins Marriage 3. Result of Children of Parents who are Recessives 4. Random Expectations of Consanguinity and Others. Social authorities have prohibited consanguineous marriages (between close relatives who have the blood relations) since ancient times with some exceptions. Marriages [...]