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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8137618 | Blood glucose monitoring kit A blood glucose monitoring kit includes a case constructed in the form of a bi-fold wallet which comprises an upper flap and a lower flap that are connected together through a fold. The case includes an outer layer constructed out of a water resistant and soft fabri... | 03/20/2012 |
| 7922974 | Handheld apparatus for analysis with a conveyance path for test elements A handheld device for analyzing a sample for a medically significant component may comprise an analysis sensor to which an analytic consumable may be supplied along a conveyance path, a drivable conveyance roll configured to grip the analytic consumable protruding i... | 04/12/2011 |
| 7910059 | Methods compositions and kits pertaining to analyte determination This invention pertains to methods, kits and/or compositions for the determination of analytes by mass analysis using unique labeling reagents or sets of unique labeling reagents. The labeling reagents can be isomeric or isobaric and can be used to produce mixtures ... | 03/22/2011 |
| 7850911 | System for evaluating the pH and buffering capacity of moisture containing cleansing articles A system comprising a moisture containing cleansing article and a visual pH indicator changing color at a pH above 4.0. The system can comprise a buffer, having preferably a pKa above 5.5. The system can comprise a set of instructions for evaluating moisture contain... | 12/14/2010 |
| 7829020 | Simple, field portable colorimetric detection device for organic peroxides and hydrogen peroxide A simple and effective system for the colorimetric determination of organic peroxides and hydrogen peroxide. A peroxide pen utilizing a swipe material attached to a polyethylene tube contains two crushable vials. The two crushable vials contain a colorimetric reagen... | 11/09/2010 |
| 7815857 | Device for taking-up and studying or manipulating a sample liquid in a microfluidic platform A device and a plurality of microfluidic platforms for taking up and especially studying or manipulating a sample liquid, a measuring instrument for use with the device and platforms, and a process for performing the studying or manipulating of the sample liquid. Ve... | 10/19/2010 |
| 7754146 | Field test kit for the detection of monosodium glutamate (MSG) in food stuffs and drinks The present invention is directed to field test kits, methods, and compositions for the field detection of monosodium glutamate (MSG) and related materials in foodstuffs and drinks. The field test kit consists of a reaction chamber, a closed reaction vessel containi... | 07/13/2010 |
| 7749440 | Apparatus for chemical detection training Methods and apparatus for chemical warfare agent detection training are provided. More particularly, methods and apparatus are provided to simulate the detection of low volatility chemical warfare agents by simulating the use of currently fielded U.S. Army detection... | 07/06/2010 |
| 7727468 | System for evaluating the pH and buffering capacity of moisture containing cleansing articles A system comprising a moisture containing cleansing article and a visual pH indicator changing color at a pH above 4.0. The system can comprise a buffer, having preferably a pKa above 5.5. The system can comprise a set of instructions for evaluating moisture contain... | 06/01/2010 |
| 7695677 | Glucose analysis instrument Glucose analysis instrument for diabetics, comprising a measuring device for determining glucose concentration values, a displaying device for displaying glucose concentration values, a signaling device for generating a reminder signal, and a control and evaluation ... | 04/13/2010 |
| 7691326 | System for non-invasive extraction, secure handling and storage and facile processing and facile processing of a specimen A novel system, apparatus, composition and method provide facile collection of a physical sample, including in particular noninvasive extraction of buccal cells, specifically directed to capture of PCR-ready DNA from such cheek cells. It is particularly useful in ac... | 04/06/2010 |
| 7611670 | Quantitative analysis of a biological sample of unknown quantity Disclosed is a method for testing a modified specimen such as a dried blood spot, plasma or serum specimen, for an analyte of interest, such as cholesterol. In accordance with the disclosed subject matter, the level of the analyte of interest in the medium from whic... | 11/03/2009 |
| 7569184 | Quantitative analysis of a biological sample of unknown quantity Disclosed is a method for testing a modified specimen such as a dried blood spot, plasma or serum specimen, for an analyte of interest, such as cholesterol. In accordance with the disclosed subject matter, the level of the analyte of interest in the medium from whic... | 08/04/2009 |
| 7569185 | Method for indicating shelf-life after mixing pre-dosed, pre-packaged two-part dental compositions A pre-dosed, pre-packaged mixing system and associated method for mixing, storing, and dispensing a two-part dental composition that becomes less stable upon mixing. The mixing system includes a pre-dosed, pre-packaged quantity of a first component contained within ... | 08/04/2009 |
| 7517494 | Test tray and test system for determining response of a biological sample The present invention provides test trays and test tray systems for assessing the response of a biological sample to a compound or combination of compounds. The compounds or combinations are arranged in a factorial design in wells of the test tray, thereby facilitat... | 04/14/2009 |
| 7517495 | Biological specimen collection and analysis system Disclosed is a device for collecting a fluid specimen. The device comprises a container that can receive a fluid specimen; a plunger movably positioned within the container, wherein the plunger can move from an initial position at an upper region of the container to... | 04/14/2009 |
| 7485262 | Apparatus for chemiluminescent assays Disclosed herein is a device and methods for the rapid chemiluminescence assay of surfaces to detect the presence of microbial contamination. The device and methods are suitable for use by untrained personnel under the relatively harsh and variable conditions found ... | 02/03/2009 |
| 7479254 | Application using non-covalent bond between a cucurbituril derivative and a ligand Provided are a kit including a first component that is a compound of formula (1) below bound to a first material and a second component that is a ligand bound to a second material, wherein each of the first and second materials is independently selected from the gro... | 01/20/2009 |
| 7470399 | Device for collection, storage, retrieval and shipping of hair follicles from animals The present invention relates to a novel device for the collection, storage, shipping and retrieval of hair follicles from animals for the purpose of isolating DNA or other genetic material from the follicles for analysis. The device has outer flaps for the protecti... | 12/30/2008 |
| 7442498 | Method of examining specimen and specimen container to be used in the examination method A method of immunologically examining a specimen which comprises attaching a cap having a filter impregnated with a labeled antibody enclosed therein to a container body containing a diluted liquid specimen, pouring the diluted liquid specimen from the container int... | 10/28/2008 |
| 7438852 | Sample collection cup with integrated sample analysis system The present invention is directed to devices and methods for collecting liquid samples and of testing the sample for the presence of an analyte of interest and/or a physical property. In one embodiment the device is a urine cup having an interior for containing a li... | 10/21/2008 |
| 7435981 | Electron beam sterilizer A plurality of vessel holder means 14 are mounted around a revolving body 12 at an equal circumferential spacing. Each vessel holder means 14 includes two holders 26, 26 for carrying two vessels 4, 4 in vertical alignment. A path a... | 10/14/2008 |
| 7431882 | Drug test kit The assaying apparatus provides a kit in a collection cup for collecting and analyzing a urine sample for drugs or drug metabolites. In one embodiment, a separator member is disposed in the interior of the cup, separating an isolated liquid sample space from the ass... | 10/07/2008 |
| 7427505 | Fecal occult blood testing device and method A specimen testing device having a first panel including a first aperture for receiving a first specimen and a second aperture for receiving a second specimen; a second panel; a sheet disposed between the first and second panels for receiving at least the first spec... | 09/23/2008 |
| 7425421 | Method for the enumeration of micronucleated erythrocyte populations while distinguishing platelets and/or platelet-associated aggregates A method for the enumeration of micronucleated erythrocyte populations while distinguishing platelet and platelet-associated aggregates involves the use of a first fluorescent labeled antibody having binding specificity for a surface marker for reticulocytes, a seco... | 09/16/2008 |
| 7419834 | System for detection of nitrosylated proteins The present invention describes a novel, simplified method for detecting and monitoring whether the presence of nitrosylated proteins, such as S-nitrosoproteins, in a biological sample using fluorescence detection. The present invention further describes a method wh... | 09/02/2008 |
| 7413880 | Test kit for immunochromatography A test kit for immunochromatography comprising a test strip and a test tube is described. The test strip comprises a detection zone for detecting an analyte in a sample. The test tube accommodates the test strip. The test tube comprises an indicator at a position co... | 08/19/2008 |
| 7413707 | Microchip assembly Provided is a microchip assembly including a base holder, a microchip installed on the base holder and having at least one input hole into which a reaction sample is input and at least one microchamber accommodating the input reaction sample, a flipper rotatably ins... | 08/19/2008 |
| 7413708 | Methods and reagents for combined PCR amplification An oligonucleotide probe is disclosed, the probe including an oligonucleotide, a fluorescer molecule attached to a first end of the oligonucleotide and a quencher molecule attached to the opposite end of the oligonucleotide. The probe is rendered impervious to diges... | 08/19/2008 |
| 7410612 | Gunpowder particle test kit A gunpowder particle test kit for determining gunpowder residue includes a transparent sleeve having a closed end and an open folded end sealed with a clip forming a sealed cavity carrying a test strip and a crushable ampoule carrying a diphenylamine solution. The t... | 08/12/2008 |
| 7410808 | Method and assay for detection of residues Embodiments described herein include methods and assays for detecting an analyte in a sample using a plurality of control zone capture agents. Some embodiments include detection of multiple analytes in a sample utilizing a plurality of analyte binders and a control ... | 08/12/2008 |
| 7407625 | Volume-differential water assay system using hydrophilic gel Systems and methods for measuring the moisture and sediment content of a petroleum sample. In one embodiment, a sample to be tested is collected in a field bottle. The sample from the field bottle is then transferred from the field bottle, and into and through a mea... | 08/05/2008 |
| 7407626 | Composition and method of use of medical test kit A medical test kit includes a glucose testing composition, a protein testing composition, a bilirubin testing composition, a bilinogen testing composition, an amylase testing composition, a blood testing composition, a calcium testing composition, a nitrite testing ... | 08/05/2008 |
| 7402425 | Stress-based electrostatic monitoring of chemical reactions and binding Electrostatic capacitance measurements are used to detect chemical or biological analytes, or chemical interactions, with great sensitivity. A diaphragm is coated with a material capable of selectively interacting with an analyte of interest, and interaction of the ... | 07/22/2008 |
| 7399639 | Sensors, and methods of making and using the same The present invention is directed, in part, to sensors for detecting metal ions, and methods of making and using the same. ... | 07/15/2008 |
| 7399636 | Diagnostic kit for predicting pregnancy outcome The present invention provides a method of predicting pregnancy outcome in a subject by determining the amount of an early pregnancy associated molecular isoform of hCG in a sample. The present invention further provides a method for determining the amount of early ... | 07/15/2008 |
| 7396674 | Reaction vessel Reaction vessel 1 for assaying of a subject substrate molecule comprises a translucent narrow tube 2 which has a liquid feed port 4 at one end, and which is intended to be packed with microparticles 5 as solid phase support on which a rea... | 07/08/2008 |
| 7393692 | SERS method for rapid pharmacokinetic analysis of drugs in saliva The method and apparatus rapidly separate drugs and their metabolites from saliva and, in a continuous sequence of steps, rapidly detect, identify and quantify them through surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy. ... | 07/01/2008 |
| 7393691 | SERS method and apparatus for rapid extraction and analysis of drugs in saliva The method and apparatus rapidly separate drugs and their metabolites from saliva and, in a continuous sequence of steps, rapidly detect, identify and quantify them through surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy. ... | 07/01/2008 |
| 7390631 | Diagnosis and monitoring of systemic lupus erythematosus and of scleroderma Methods for diagnosing and monitoring systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) or scleroderma by determining, in a blood sample from the individual being diagnosed or monitored, complement component C4d deposited on surfaces of red blood cells in the sample, and optionall... | 06/24/2008 |
