Cell-based assay

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-001782",
  "term": "Cell-based assay",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A laboratory technique that uses living cells to measure the biological activity or effect of a substance, such as a drug or chemical. These assays provide a more physiologically relevant context than biochemical assays, reflecting complex cellular responses. They are widely employed in drug discovery, toxicology, and basic research.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "chemotaxis assay",
    "cytotoxicity assay",
    "high-content screening assay"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2011, 83, 1129. 'Glossary of terms used in biomolecular screening (IUPAC Recommendations 2011)' on page 1134 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-09-05-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/cell-based-assay/"
}