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It is important to note that when measuring absorbance in a microplate well, the pathlength is
determined by the volume. In a microplate assay, it is very important that all wells have the same
volume and that all solutions are dispensed with an accurate liquid handler like an 8-channel pipette.
Common applications of absorbance-based microplate readers are ELISA, total protein (like Bradford
or BCA) and cell proliferation assays.
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Instrument Use
The Biochrom EZ Read 800 Plus Microplate Reader is used for microplate-based applications
requiring endpoint or kinetic absorbance measurements from 400-750 nm in optically clear 96-well
plates with a standard SBS/ANSI footprint.
Only trained laboratory personnel should operate the Biochrom EZ Read 800 Plus Microplate
Reader. The Biochrom EZ Read 800 Plus Microplate Reader is intended for general laboratory and
research use only.