Mikrotiterplaatide

Mikrotiterplaatide, also known as microplates or microtiter plates, are small, flat, rectangular plates used in laboratory research and diagnostics. They are typically made of polystyrene or other plastic materials and are designed to hold and process small volumes of liquid, usually in the range of 10 to 200 microliters. The plates are divided into individual wells, which can range from 96 to 3456 in number, depending on the plate size. Each well can be individually addressed using automated equipment, making it possible to perform high-throughput screening and analysis.

Mikrotiterplates are commonly used in various applications, including enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs), cell-based assays, and high-throughput screening for drug discovery. They are also used in molecular biology for tasks such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and DNA sequencing. The plates can be used in conjunction with automated liquid handling systems, which allow for precise and efficient transfer of liquids between wells and other containers.

The use of mikrotiterplates has revolutionized laboratory research by enabling the automation of repetitive tasks and the processing of large numbers of samples simultaneously. This has significantly increased the efficiency and throughput of laboratory workflows, leading to faster and more accurate results. Additionally, the small sample volumes required for each well make it possible to work with limited amounts of material, which is particularly useful in research involving rare or precious samples.