In molecular diagnostics, which technique is commonly used to detect and quantify specific proteins (rather than nucleic acids)?
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Correct answer: Western blotting with specific antibodies
Western blotting separates proteins by size via electrophoresis, transfers them to a membrane, and uses antibodies to detect specific proteins in a complex mixture — making it a standard protein-level diagnostic method.
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