Figure 4.1.

Classification of protein microarrays.

Protein microarrays are of two types: analytical and functional protein microarrays. Left: Analytical protein microarrays are constructed using biomolecule with specific binding property, such as antibodies, antigens, and aptamers. Right: Functional protein microarrays are formed by immobilization of individually purified proteins or synthetic peptides. The major applications of both types are listed below. For color version of this figure, the reader is referred to the online version of this book.