Endotoxin Detection Methods: LAL Assays and Gel Clot Assays
html Endotoxin Detection Methods: LAL Assays and Gel Clot Assays Endotoxins, also known as lipopolysaccharides (LPS), are toxic components of the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria. Their presence in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, or other sterile products can cause severe reactions in humans, including fever, septic shock, and even death. Therefore, detecting and quantifying endotoxins is…