Biochemical Assays | Community Health

Biochemical assays are laboratory procedures used to detect, quantify, and analyze the presence and activity of biomolecules such as enzymes, proteins, and nucleic acids. These assays play a vital role in various fields, including medicine, pharmacology, and molecular biology. By measuring the concentration or activity of specific biomolecules, biochemical assays help researchers understand biological processes, diagnose diseases, and develop new treatments. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has established programs to support the development of new assay technologies. The NIH Common Fund has supported the development of new biochemical assays for studying epigenetic regulation and gene expression.