Extension of the four-parameter logistic model for ELISA to multianalyte analysis

J Immunol Methods. 1994 Dec 28;177(1-2):1-7. doi: 10.1016/0022-1759(94)90136-8.

Abstract

The standard implementation of enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) for single analytes can lead to false conclusions if cross reacting compounds are present in the sample. This paper discusses the extension of the usual four-parameter logistic model for ELISA to the case of multiple cross-reacting analytes. The use of the extended model in multianalyte analysis (MELISA) is illustrated and compared with a more simplistic approach. Data on the analysis of a binary mixture of s-triazines suggests the superiority of the proposed model. This model is also suitable for other forms of immunoassay that use the four-parameter logistic curve.

Publication types

  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Cross Reactions
  • Dose-Response Relationship, Immunologic
  • Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay / methods*
  • Triazines / immunology

Substances

  • Triazines
  • terbutryne