This is course 2 of a 6-part xMAP Bead-Based Immunoassays series. This course will give you an understanding of xMAP technology in detail that the Bio-Plex instruments are based on and the Bio-Plex assay format types.  

These series of courses were developed from a collection of frequently asked questions and challenges faced in the field and led by Bio-Rad’s field application scientists and marketing product managers.

These courses are structured to gradually progress from understanding the basics of immunoassays to understanding xMAP technology, running xMAP bead-based assays, and data analysis on the Bio-Plex Manager software. 

They are designed for anyone who is new to Immunoassays and xMAP technology as well as experienced xMAP bead-based assay users who would like to gain a deeper understanding of the technology and assays. Along the way, you’ll learn some tried and tested tips and tricks that will be useful in running successful xMAP bead-based multiplex assays.    

You will receive a downloadable certificate upon successful completion of each course. 

What you will learn

in Course 2: xMAP Technology

  • xMAP technology features and functions

  • Multiplexing on a bead

  • Bio-Plex assay formats

Course Overview

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    1. Welcome to the course

    2. How to use this course

    3. Meet the instructor

    1. xMAP Technology

    2. Quiz #1

    1. xMAP Multiplex Workflow

    2. Quiz #2

    1. Bio-Plex Assay Formats

    2. Quiz #3

    1. xMAP Technology Resources

    2. Get Your Free 96-Well Plate Template Post-It Pad

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  • 11 lessons
  • 0.5 hours of video content

Meet your instructor

Global Product Manager Sonia Allen

Sonia Allen is a Product Manager for both Immunoassays and Electro/Western Blotting Teams at Bio-Rad Laboratories. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of California San Diego, with a minor in Environmental Studies. After working in the biotech industry for 5 years, she attended graduate school at the University of California Davis earning her PhD in Integrative Genetics and Genomics. She joined Bio-Rad in 2019 in Technical Support. In 2022, she switched over to Global Marketing in the Protein Quantitation group. Her specialties include Western Blotting, antibodies, immunoassays, and genetics.

FAQ

  • Who should take this course?

    This course is designed for people who want to have a fundamental understanding of the xMAP Bead-based immunoassays.

  • How long will this course take?

    This class should take approximately 1 hour to complete.

  • Can I get a certificate for this course?

    Once all sections of this course have been completed a certificate with your name and course name will be available for download.

  • Will I be able to ask questions and get answers?

    By enrolling in this class you will be automatically added to Bio-Rad's Bio-Plex immunoassays community. This is a highly collaborative place to ask questions and share ideas with the instructors and your peers. You can post pictures, comments and reply to others.

  • What are the other classes in this series?

    There are six classes in the "xMAP Bead-Based Immunoassays" series. Course 1: Immunoassays Overview, Course 2: xMAP Technology, Course 3: Systems and Accessories, Course 4: Assay Preparation, Course 5: Software, Course 6: Data Analysis

  • Do I have to take the classes in order?

    It is recommended that you take the six xMAP Bead-Based Immunoassays classes in order. There are concepts introduced in earlier classes that are referred to in the later classes.

All Courses

In the xMAP Bead-Based Immunoassays Series

Course 1: Immunoassays Overview

Course 2: xMAP Technology

Course 3: Systems and Accessories (coming soon) 

Course 4: Assay Preparation (coming soon) 

Course 5: Software (coming soon) 

Course 6: Data Analysis (coming soon) 

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