Which among these two is more efficient and recommended as a reagent when using an automated instrument? The liquid reagent or the reagents reconstituted in tablet form? And in terms of precision or accuracy, which would be best to use?
I am planning to perform an automated assay, however, I still can't decide which reagent to use, the Liquid form or the tablet form since both offer good qualities.
Here are my criteria:
- Accuracy or precision
- Longevity (When storing)
- Convenience
- Accessibility
- Price
Thank you!
Good day, Miss Hannah, to help you to decide on what reagent to use and to answer your question. Reagents in liquid form are the most efficient and recommended reagents used in testing and analyzing specimens under automated testing. It produces a more accurate, precise, and faster result because they dissolve more quickly in water samples and other samples and are able to develop a quicker chemical effect. Moreover, in terms of convenience, a large array of affordable liquid reagents are available in the market today. But sadly, liquid reagents’ shelf life usually lasts up to one year from the date of manufacture, unlike the reagents in tablet form which can last for two years. Nevertheless, liquid reagents are still the recommended and preferable reagent form.
I hope this can help!
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