How Does a Doctor Test for AIDS?

NGSS-aligned with MS-LS1 and MS-LS2 Your body defends itself from attack by infectious agents like bacteria & viruses by producing antibodies. Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assays (ELISA) test for antibodies present in the blood, which indicate infection. In this kit, students perform a simulated ELISA test to identify infected samples & compare them to control samples. • Explore antibodies and antibody-based detection techniques • Learn about HIV and AIDS • Perform a simulated ELISA test to diagnose two simulated patients • A relevant and simple introduction to this important medical biotechnology