glossary

immunoelectrophoresis

Definition immunoelectrophoresis

immunoelectrophoresis

immunoelectrophoresis n. a technique for identifying antigenic fractions in a serum. The components of the serum are separated by *electrophoresis and allowed to diffuse through agar gel towards a particular antiserum. Where the antibody meets its antigen, a band of precipatation occurs. See also precipitin.