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Will all proteins give positive result in Millon’s test? Explain why

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The reagents in the “millon's” test react with peptide bonds to form a purplish color. All proteins have amino acids linked together with peptide bonds. Thus all proteins will give a positive reaction with the biuret test. However, some chemicals may interfere with the test. Also, the test has been largely replaced with others protein measurement tests that are more sensitive.

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