# Why Do Bradford Assay Results Differ Between Samples?

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**Category:** Biochemistry\
**Created:** [October 26, 2026, 1:06pm UTC](https://scientistsolutions.discourse.group/t/why-do-bradford-assay-results-differ-between-samples/1329 "2026-10-26T13:06:10Z")\
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**Post date:** [October 26, 2026, 1:06pm UTC](https://scientistsolutions.discourse.group/t/why-do-bradford-assay-results-differ-between-samples/1329/1 "2026-10-26T13:06:10Z")

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hello

I am measuring protein concentration using the Bradford assay, but some samples give unexpected readings. Could detergents, buffer components, or differences between protein standards explain the variation?

Regards