DRG Diagnostics
Founded in 1973 by Dr. Geacintov, DRG Instruments GmbH is a diagnostics manufacturer and distributor with successful operations in over 100 countries. The DRG group focuses on high technology medical diagnostic areas such as:
- Diabetes diagnosis
- Gynecology
- Oncology
- Immunology
- Infectious diseases
- Toxicology
The highly skilled DRG staff of medical, clinical, marketing and service specialists are experts at taking innovative technology to market.
A range of new, occasionally unique ELISA kits has been developed. The DRG ELISA kits compete effectively in both price and performance in all major world diagnostics markets.
DRG develops and manufactures diagnostic ELISA test kits for use in clinical and research laboratories. The experience of our production and management team guarentees to provide high quality products, competitive prices and excellent customer service.
The complete range of assays
New and Unique Assays
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Complete Assay Ranges
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Autoimmune Diseases
Our autoimmune disease testing range covers laboratory assays for a broad selection of autoimmune markers and immune-related conditions.
The portfolio includes specialised ELISA test kits for antibody and biomarker testing, supporting laboratory investigations across a range of autoimmune disease and immune-system applications.
Bone / Mineral Metabolism
Our bone and mineral metabolism testing range includes ELISA assays for important markers involved in bone health, calcium regulation and mineral metabolism.
The portfolio includes tests for Vitamin D, PTH, FGF23, Osteocalcin, Osteopontin, Osteoprotegerin and other specialist biomarkers used in laboratory research and testing.
Cardiovascular Diseases
Our cardiovascular disease testing range includes laboratory assays for biomarkers and hormones associated with cardiovascular function and related research.
The range includes testing for Aldosterone, Digoxin, Ox-LDL/MDA-Adducts and Renin, providing laboratories with specialist ELISA test kits for cardiovascular and metabolic investigations.
Diabetes, Gastrointestinal and Pancreatic
Our diabetes, gastrointestinal and pancreatic testing range covers a wide selection of biomarkers associated with metabolic, digestive and pancreatic function.
ELISA assays include markers such as Adiponectin, Calprotectin, C-Peptide, Chemerin, Gastrin, Ghrelin, Insulin, Leptin and GLP-1, supporting laboratory testing across diabetes, gastrointestinal and pancreatic applications.
Drug Monitoring
Our drug monitoring testing range provides laboratory assays for monitoring specific drugs, drug exposure and related biomarkers.
The portfolio includes assays such as Cotinine and Digoxin, supporting specialist laboratory testing and therapeutic drug monitoring applications.
Endocrinology
Our endocrinology testing range covers a broad selection of hormones and endocrine-related biomarkers for laboratory testing.
The portfolio includes assays for ACTH, Cortisol, Cortisone, Corticosterone, Gastrin, Plasma Renin Activity, Salivary Cortisol and Urinary Cortisol, providing specialist ELISA solutions for endocrine research and testing.
Fertility and Pregnancy
Our fertility and pregnancy testing range includes ELISA assays for hormones, reproductive biomarkers and pregnancy-related testing applications.
The portfolio includes tests for 17-OH Progesterone, beta-HCG, Testosterone, SHBG, Sperm Antibody, Estradiol, DHEA and PLGF, supporting specialist fertility, reproductive and pregnancy laboratory testing.
Growth Factors
Our growth factor testing range includes ELISA assays for a selection of growth factors and growth-related biomarkers.
The portfolio includes IGF-1, IGF-BP3, Myostatin, sVEGF-R1, VEGF-A and VEGF-C, providing laboratories with specialist tools for growth factor and cellular research applications.
Immunology & Haematology
Our immunology and haematology testing range covers a broad selection of immune mediators, inflammatory markers, haematological biomarkers and cytokines.
The range includes assays for interleukins, IFN-gamma, IgE, EPO, Hepcidin, Histamine, MCP-1, MMP-1, GM-CSF and other specialist biomarkers used in immunology and haematology research and laboratory testing.
Infectious Diseases
Our infectious disease testing range includes ELISA assays for a wide selection of infectious agents, pathogens and associated antibodies.
The portfolio covers specialist testing for parasitic and infectious diseases, including assays for organisms such as Toxoplasma gondii, Leishmania, Schistosoma, Strongyloides, Toxocara, Entamoeba and other infectious disease targets.
Leukotrienes & Prostaglandins
Our leukotriene and prostaglandin testing range includes specialist ELISA assays for lipid mediators involved in inflammatory and physiological processes.
The portfolio includes testing for Prostaglandin E2, Thromboxane B2, Prostacyclin and Total 8-iso Prostaglandin F2α, supporting laboratory research into prostaglandins, oxidative stress and related biomarkers.
Neuropeptides
Our neuropeptide testing range includes ELISA assays for important neuropeptides and neurological biomarkers.
The portfolio includes assays for BDNF, MSH alpha and Substance P, providing specialist laboratory testing solutions for neuroscience, neuroendocrine and biomedical research applications.
Pituitary / Adrenal Function
Our pituitary and adrenal function testing range covers specialist assays for hormones associated with pituitary and adrenal activity.
The portfolio includes ACTH, Cortisol, Corticosterone, Cortisone, Salivary Cortisol and Urinary Cortisol, supporting laboratory investigation of endocrine and adrenal-related biomarkers.
Saliva Diagnosis
Our saliva diagnosis testing range provides ELISA assays designed for saliva-based laboratory testing, including specialist hormone analysis.
Saliva testing can provide a non-invasive sample type and is particularly useful for measuring the free or unbound fraction of certain steroid hormones, with assays available for markers including Cortisol, DHEA, Testosterone and Estradiol.
Thyroid Function
Our thyroid function testing range covers a comprehensive selection of thyroid hormones and related biomarkers.
The portfolio includes Free T3, Total T3, Free T4, Total T4, Reverse T3 and TSH, providing specialist ELISA test kits for thyroid hormone testing and endocrine laboratory applications.
Tumour Diagnosis
Our tumour diagnosis testing range includes specialist ELISA assays for biomarkers associated with cancer diagnostics and tumour-related research.
The range provides laboratories with immunoassay-based testing solutions for investigating selected tumour markers and biomarkers across specialist oncology and biomedical applications.
Vitamins
Our vitamin testing range covers a broad selection of vitamins and vitamin-related biomarkers for laboratory analysis.
The portfolio includes assays for Vitamin B1, B2, B6 and B12, Biotin, Vitamin C, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Folic Acid and Vitamin D, supporting nutritional, metabolic and biomedical laboratory testing.
What is ELISA?
ELISA stands for enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. ELISA is a laboratory technique used to detect or measure substances such as antibodies, antigens and proteins. It is widely used in clinical diagnostics, infectious disease testing, research and veterinary diagnostics. ELISA is based on the specific interaction between antibodies and antigens, combined with an enzyme linked detection system that produces a measurable signal.
Modern ELISA workflows can be performed manually or automated using specialist laboratory equipment.
ELISA stands for enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. ELISA is a laboratory technique used to detect or measure substances such as antibodies, antigens and proteins. It is widely used in clinical diagnostics, infectious disease testing, research and veterinary diagnostics. ELISA is based on the specific interaction between antibodies and antigens, combined with an enzyme linked detection system that produces a measurable signal.
Modern ELISA workflows can be performed manually or automated using specialist laboratory equipment.
The History of ELISA
From early enzyme immunoassays to modern laboratory automation
The development of ELISA dates back to the early 1970s. Researchers including Eva Engvall and Peter Perlmann published early work describing enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays for quantitative measurement of immunoglobulins, while researchers in the Netherlands were independently developing enzyme immunoassay methods around the same period.
The technology subsequently developed into a widely used alternative to radioactive immunoassays and became increasingly important in clinical diagnostics, research and infectious disease testing. Advances in antibodies, microplate technology, instrumentation and laboratory automation have continued to develop ELISA over the decades.
Today, ELISA remains a widely used laboratory technique, while automated systems allow laboratories to process ELISA assays with far less manual intervention.
Manual ELISA vs Automated ELISA
Manual ELISA can be a practical option for smaller workloads, but as sample numbers increase, repetitive pipetting, washing, incubation and plate handling can consume significant amounts of technician time.
Automated ELISA systems can perform many of these repetitive processes automatically, helping laboratories improve efficiency and consistency.
The right approach depends on your workload, assay portfolio, laboratory space, staffing and testing requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ELISA?
ELISA stands for enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay and is a laboratory technique used to detect or measure specific substances such as antibodies and antigens.
What is ELISA automation?
ELISA automation uses laboratory instrumentation to automate some or all of the repetitive steps involved in ELISA testing.
What are the benefits of ELISA automation?
Automation can help reduce manual workload, improve consistency, increase throughput and standardise repetitive laboratory processes.
What is a microplate reader?
A microplate reader is laboratory equipment used to measure signals from the wells of a microplate. In ELISA applications, this commonly involves measuring absorbance.
What is a microplate washer?
A microplate washer automates the washing stages of a microplate assay.
Which DYNEX® ELISA systems do you supply?
Aspect Scientific supplies DYNEX® ELISA automation systems including the DS2®, DSX® and Agility®, alongside other DYNEX® microplate instrumentation.
Do you provide laboratory equipment servicing?
Yes. Aspect Scientific provides technical service, preventative maintenance, repairs, technical support, installation and other support services for medical diagnostic instrumentation and laboratory automation systems.
Do you provide laboratory equipment servicing across the UK?
Yes. Aspect Scientific provides nationwide technical service and support across the UK and Republic of Ireland.
Do you provide DYNEX® servicing?
Yes. Aspect Scientific is a manufacturer approved and supported technical service provider for DYNEX® Technologies ELISA Automation Systems.
Can you help us choose an ELISA automation system?
Yes. We can discuss your workload, assays, throughput requirements and laboratory setup and help identify an appropriate automation solution.
Do you supply veterinary ELISA kits?
Yes. Aspect Scientific supplies veterinary diagnostic products including ELISA test kits for a range of animal species and applications.
