Antibodies in Saliva Kit

This kit enables students to identify quantitatively naturally occurring antibodies (immunoglobulin A) in their saliva. These antibodies are the important first line of defence against infections of all kinds and are responsible for attacking pathogens in ‘external’ body environments. The principle of immunodiffusion - diffusion of saliva through an agar gel containing antiserum is employed to detect the antibody. Suitable for ‘A’ level and college students.

Contents:

• Sodium chloride

• Petri dishes x 20

• Filter papers

• Buffered agar medium

• Anti-IgA serum

• Coomassie stain

• Microdroppers

• Sample boat

• Instructions

Sufficient for 20 students/groups.