Assays
Activity assay
- show that compound is present and functioning - used with enzymes to confirm that the expected reaction is taking place
ELISA
-enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay -determine presence & concentration of a specific protein -more in notes...
Potency assays
determine how the dosage of a drug affects its activity & how long it stays in the body
Pharmacodynamic (PD) assay
experiment deigned to show the biochemical effect of a drug on the body
Pharmacokinetic (PK) assay
experiment designed to show how a drug is metabolized in the body
stability assays
show the shelf life of a product & the proper storage conditions for the compound to maintain its activity
toxicology assays
show what quantities of the drug are toxic to cells, tissues, & model organism
concentration assay
use colored indicator solutions to determine amount of protein in solution using a spectrophotometer