Answers from the Lab
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Episode 162
Season 1
Nonradioactive assay helps diagnose heparin reaction: Rajiv Pruthi, M.B.B.S.
(01:51)
Can you give a brief overview of the assay you developed and how it works?
(06:28)
The serotonin release assay is utilized within five to 14 days of heparin exposure. Is there a subsequent time when this test would be utilized?
(10:28)
How does this assay improve upon previous approaches?
(12:58)
Is there greater specificity and sensitivity with the use of nonradioactive materials?
(13:46)
What interesting findings have we had through the process of developing and validating this assay?