immunoelectrophoretically

Definition

In a manner relating to the separation and analysis of immunological substances (antibodies, antigens, proteins) through electrophoresis, a laboratory technique that uses electrical current to sort molecules by size and charge. This adverb describes how biochemists perform diagnostic tests or research using this combined immunological and electrophoretic method.

Example Usage

The serum proteins were analyzed immunoelectrophoretically to identify the presence of abnormal antibodies.

Origin

From immunology (study of immunity) + electrophoresis (Greek 'elektron' electric + 'phoresis' carrying), combined with the adverbial suffix -ly

Fun Fact

Serum protein electrophoresis is still a standard clinical test used to detect multiple myeloma and other blood disorders.

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