Which of the following best describes homogeneous assays?

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Homogeneous assays are also known as non-separation assays and do not require a washing step to separate bound and unbound components. In homogeneous assays, the concentration of patient antigen is directly proportional to the label detected, which makes choice B the correct answer. Choice A is not correct as homogeneous assays do not require a washing step. Choice C is incorrect as reagent antibodies in homogeneous assays generally have a fluorescent or chemiluminescent label rather than an enzyme tag. Choice D is incorrect as homogeneous assays use a single labeled component and do not involve unlabeled analytes.

Which of the Following Best Describes Homogeneous Assays