Chemiluminescence Imaging System

Western blotting is a tried-and-true technique in the life science lab for separating proteins based on their molecular weight. Chemiluminescence is the most popular Western blot detection method due to its high level of sensitivity, and imaging systems geared toward use with the technique are available to further optimize speed, sensitivity, signal stability, and ease of use. Chemiluminescence imaging detection with CCD cameras can be used for reactions that take place on gels and membranes. This allows intensity measurement over a wide dynamic range and software exists to compute the total emission from particular zones of the image for analytical purposes. Images can be stored on discs or printed out.