Luminescence detection method

摘要

A method of detecting an analyte is provided. The method includes providing a sample, a container 110 with a wall 115, and a catalyst for a luminescent reaction. The wall includes a colored portion 115b. The method further comprises forming a reaction in the container and detecting the presence or absence of light emitted from the reaction mixture in the container. Detecting light emitted from the container can comprise detecting light passing through the colored portion. The colored portion can be detected visually and the color can be associated with the identity of an analyte—specific reagent disposed in the container. Kits comprising the container and a catalyst for a luminescent reaction are also provided.

主权项

1. A method of detecting an analyte, comprising:
providing a sample; a catalyst for a luminescent reaction; and a container that includes at least one wall;
wherein the container is adapted for use in a luminometer;wherein at least a portion of the wall comprises a coloring agent; forming a reaction mixture in the container, the reaction mixture comprising the sample and the catalyst; and detecting the presence or absence of light emitted from the reaction mixture in the container; wherein the container is adapted for use in a luminometer comprising a detector; wherein detecting light from the container further comprises operably positioning the container in the luminometer; wherein operably positioning the container further comprises positioning the container such that at least a part of the portion is positioned between the reaction mixture and the detector.