Immunology in Plant Sciences: Modern Methods of Plant Analysis

Until relatively recently plant scientists have made little use of immunological techniques. Now, however, more and more researchers are discoveing the power of these techniques for the detection, determination and localization of compounds in plant material. this collection of authoritative contributions by experienced workers achieves a broad coverage of the applications of immunological techniques to plant-product analysis. the methods described include hormone immunoassay using poly and monocional antibodies, one-step purification of antigens, visualization in situ by immunocytochemistry and on polyacryiamide gels by nitrocellulose blots, and quantification by radio-iimmunoassay or enzyme immunoassay. this volume should be of particular value to researchers in plant chemistry, plant physiology, biotechnology, and pharmacology.