President/CEO ZellNet Consulting, Inc. Fort Lee, New Jersey
Elispot, a pillar assay for the functional assessment of immune cells at the single level, has undergone remarkable enhancements spanning streamlined implementation and conduct, cutting-edge analysis, wide applicability, and outstanding reliability. The assay can easily be tailored to address questions about polyfunctionality, cross-reactivity and even the amount of analyte secreted. Available tools simplify response definition and outlier identification. Guidance for assay harmonization and validation exists to ensure assay consistency and reliability. This presentation will delve into these advances, equipping the attendee with essential knowledge for successful Elispot utilization.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, participant will be able to recognize the multitude of scientific questions that can be addressed using Elispot and Fluorospot.
Upon completion, participant will be able to identify the many resources available for streamlined implementation of Elispot and its analysis.
Upon completion, participant will be able to build on the gained knowledge about Elispot tricks of the trade.
Upon completion, participant will be able to demonstrate resources for Elispot harmonization and validation strategies to his/her work setting.
Upon completion, participant will be able to understand the many advantages Elispot testing offers to cellular immunogenicity testing.
