Vocabulary Entry

radioimmunoassay

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noun

A laboratory technique used to measure the concentration of antigens (e.g., hormones, drugs) in a sample by using antibodies.

Example Sentences

"The radioimmunoassay helped determine the hormone levels in the patient's blood."

"Researchers developed a new radioimmunoassay to detect the presence of specific antibodies."

"In drug testing, a radioimmunoassay can quickly reveal the levels of substances in urine."