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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7456024 | Method and device for preparing a sample of biological origin in order to determine at least one constituent contained therein The invention relates to a method of preparing an original sample (3) of biological origin with a view to detecting at least one component contained in it, whereby the original sample (3) is enclosed in a first container (1) and at least a part ... | 11/25/2008 |
| 7456023 | Reagent for luminescence optical determination of an analyte The invention relates to a reagent for carrying out assays in accordance with the FRET-principle, containing an acceptor dye as well as particles exhibiting a donor dye, whereby the donor dye and the acceptor dye are located in different chemical phases, the accepto... | 11/25/2008 |
| 7445938 | System and method for detecting presence of analytes using gratings The present invention is directed to an optical grating sensor configured to detect a phase change in light passing though the system due to a binding event caused by an analyte. The grating sensor may include a light source that may be, for example, a coherent ligh... | 11/04/2008 |
| 7439026 | Methods and kits for detecting ITA in a biological sample Methods for detecting invasive trophoblast antigen (ITA) in biological samples comprise screening the samples for ITA using antibodies that bind to the ITA. The methods are useful to detect pregnancy, trophoblastic diseases, and Down's syndrome in fetuses of pregnan... | 10/21/2008 |
| 7438854 | Biomolecule substrate, and test and diagnosis methods and apparatuses using the same A test apparatus is for testing a DNA substrate on which a plurality of DNA fragments for testing are arranged, wherein absolute precision is not required. A substrate is provided on which a plurality of biomolecule spots containing a group of biomolecules (e.g., DN... | 10/21/2008 |
| 7439073 | Kit for biochemical sensor and measuring apparatus An object of the present invention is to provide a simple biochemical sensor making use of the light interference effect of an optical film which is capable of measuring binding of biochemical substances at a high throughput. In the present invention, a solution con... | 10/21/2008 |
| 7439079 | Assay devices having detection capabilities within the hook effect region A lateral flow assay device for detecting the presence or quantity of an analyte within a test sample is provided. The device utilizes multiple zones, one of which serves as an indicator of whether or not the analyte in the test sample is within the “hook effect... | 10/21/2008 |
| 7439078 | Method for measuring dissociation rate coefficient by surface plasmon resonance analysis An object of the present invention is to provide a method for measuring the dissociation rate coefficient (Kd) by surface plasmon resonance analysis without measuring the theoretical maximum amount of binding (Rmax). The present invention provides a method for measu... | 10/21/2008 |
| 7432109 | Spetroscopic pH measurement using optimized mixtures of reagents to extend measurement range An indicator mixture that allows pH measurement over a broader range of pH or to a higher accuracy than available using conventional spectroscopic techniques. In particular, the mixture of the present invention is comprised of two or more reagents such that when com... | 10/07/2008 |
| 7432105 | Self-calibration system for a magnetic binding assay A self-calibrated, magnetic binding assay (e.g., sandwich, competitive, etc.) for detecting the presence or quantity of an analyte residing in a test sample is provided. The magnetic binding assay includes detection probes capable of generating a detection signal (e... | 10/07/2008 |
| 7429492 | Multiwell plates with integrated biosensors and membranes The invention provides compositions and methods of detecting binding of molecules to a biosensor. Compositions of the invention comprise a multiwell plate with an integrated biosensor and a membrane. ... | 09/30/2008 |
| 7427504 | Determining fluid chemistry of formation fluid by downhole reagent injection spectral analysis A method for analyzing formation fluid in earth formation surrounding a borehole includes storing analytical reagent in a reagent container in a fluids analyzer in a formation tester and moving the formation tester, including the reagent, downhole. Reagent from the ... | 09/23/2008 |
| 7427508 | Method for assaying multi-component mixtures A method and apparatus for identifying and differentiating multicomponent mixtures and identifying contamination thereof using direct comparison of characteristics of the analyte and characteristics of a standard sample of a known compound. These characteristics wer... | 09/23/2008 |
| 7428200 | Method for triggering through disc grooves and related optical analysis discs and system An optical analysis disc includes grooves defining corresponding laser-readable tracks and trigger marks that identify respective target regions on the disc. The trigger marks are implemented as a radial interruption of the grooves to thereby produce an increased re... | 09/23/2008 |
| 7425454 | Biosensor It is an object of the present invention to provide a detection surface used for biosensors, in which non-specific adsorption is suppressed and the generation of pinholes is also suppressed. The present invention provides a biosensor, which comprises a substrate coa... | 09/16/2008 |
| 7425453 | Integrated circuit porphyrin-based optical Fabry-Perot chemical sensor A Fabry-Perot cavity has a pair of partially transmissive, partially reflective, surfaces. A first of the surfaces is flexibly suspended adjacent and parallel to a second of the surfaces. A gap exists between the surfaces. A variable electrostatic potential permits ... | 09/16/2008 |
| 7422907 | Process for measuring mercury concentration within hydrocarbons A process for measuring the mercury concentration within a hydrocarbon is provided that enables the mercury concentration to be measured simply and quickly, and with good reliability and good reproducibility. A process for measuring the mercury concentration within ... | 09/09/2008 |
| 7422864 | Method for measuring oxidized LDL-CRP complex and measurement kit The present invention provides a method for measuring a “complex of oxidized LDL and CRP” which comprises using an “anti-CRP antibody”. An “anti-apoB antibody and/or anti-β2-GPI antibody” is preferably used in the method of the present invention, which ... | 09/09/2008 |
| 7419636 | Vapor sensing instruments for ultra trace chemical detection A detector for detecting vapors emitted from analytes includes a housing, a pump and a sensing assembly. The housing has an inlet, an outlet and an enclosed sensing volume therebetween. The pump communicates with the housing for moving a carrier sequentially through... | 09/02/2008 |
| 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 |
| 7419836 | Device and method for observing reactions in samples The present invention relates to a device (1) for observing reactions in samples (2), to which a reagent (3) is added, and/or a method which is based on the use of this device. The device includes at least one first optical device (4) for... | 09/02/2008 |
| 7416701 | Calibrator for fluorosensor A multichannel fluorosensor includes an optical module and an electronic module combined in a watertight housing with an underwater connector. The fluorosensor has an integral calibrator for periodical sensitivity validation of the fluorosensor. The optical module h... | 08/26/2008 |
| 7416891 | Reagent and method for classifying leucocytes A reagent for classifying leucocytes, including: a) at least one of surfactant selected from a cationic surfactant, an amphoteric surfactant, and the combination thereof; b) an organic compound having phenyl or heterocyclic group, wherein when the surfactant is a ca... | 08/26/2008 |
| 7416703 | Polymer based lanthanide luminescent sensors for the detection of organophosphorus compounds A device for measuring and detecting the organophosphonis compounds, such as a pesticides or a nerve agents is provided. The devices function by selectively binding an organophosphorous compound to a luminescent functionality-imprinted copolymer. The copolymers poss... | 08/26/2008 |
| 7416899 | Method and apparatus for measuring trace ingredients in water A method and an apparatus are provided for measuring trace ingredients in water, which make it possible to perform detection and quantitative determination of silica, phosphorus or arsenic in a sample solution. The method includes adding a molybdate ion to a sample ... | 08/26/2008 |
| 7416850 | Cytochrome and leucine-rich alpha-2-glycoprotein-1 assays, methods and antibodies The present invention relates generally to assays and methods involving Cytochrome c (Cyt c) and leucine-rich alpha-2-glycoprotein-1 (LRG), and related antibodies. In an embodiment, the invention includes a method of detecting LRG in a sample, the method including d... | 08/26/2008 |
| 7413911 | Method for measuring reaction rate coefficient by surface plasmon resonance analysis An object of the present invention is to provide a method for measuring a rate coefficient by surface plasmon resonance analysis with excellent accuracy, reliability, and cost performance that can improve the assay accuracy and simplify the apparatus. The present in... | 08/19/2008 |
| 7413893 | Methods, apparatus and compositions for improved measurements with optical biosensors The invention provides an apparatus for interrogating an optical biosensor. The apparatus includes (a) locating means for positioning one or more optical biosensors; (b) calibration means for generating a reference measurement; (c) one or more biosensors for generat... | 08/19/2008 |
| 7413905 | Reagents and methods for classifying leukocytes The present invention relates to a reagent for classifying leukocytes including (a) at least one surfactant capable of lysing erythrocytes and partly damaging the cell membrane of leukocytes, (b) at least one organic compound bearing an anionic group capable of bind... | 08/19/2008 |
| 7410794 | Device based on partially oxidized porous silicon and method for its production Device having a flat macroporous support material made of silicon and having surfaces, a plurality of pores each having a diameter in a range of from 500 nm to 100 μm distributed over at least one surface region of the support material and extending from one surfac... | 08/12/2008 |
| 7411664 | Cytological imaging system and method The present invention relates to the analysis of cytological material. Specifically, the invention relates to stains and methods of producing the stains, methods of staining cells for cytological or histological analysis to contrast the nuclear portion of the cell f... | 08/12/2008 |
| 7407809 | Method for determining asphaltenes contamination in used marine engine lubricants using UV-visible spectroscopy and chemometrics A method for determining contamination in marine diesel lubricating oils. The method has been found to have particular utility in estimating asphaltenes contamination in marine diesel lubricating oils. The method includes the steps of: (a) obtaining spectral raw dat... | 08/05/2008 |
| 7407817 | Surface plasmon resonance sensors and method for detecting samples using the same Disclosed is an optical sensing device including a source unit providing a beam of light with continuously modulated phase retardation between p- and s-polarization components of the light by employing a LCM; a reference unit receiving a first part of the light to p... | 08/05/2008 |
| 7407796 | Interrogation of changes in the contents of a sealed container A device and method allowing evaluation of the contents of a sealed primary container by means of an integral sensor which is separated from the contents of the sealed primary container yet provides information on quality of the contents of the primary container wit... | 08/05/2008 |
| 7407815 | Liquid crystal cassette A functional cassette for the detection of ligands comprises a first inner housing, a second middle housing and a third outer housing and each housing is at least partially rotatable relative to an adjoining housing. The first inner housing contains a central well a... | 08/05/2008 |
| 7405082 | Methods and devices for measuring reticulocytes Methods and devices are described for monitoring a therapeutic effect in a red blood cell-related disease by detecting the size of a reticulocyte using a full-automatic blood cell counting device. ... | 07/29/2008 |
| 7405054 | Signal amplification method for surface plasmon resonance-based chemical detection The present invention provides methods and compositions for amplifying the detection signal in surface plasmon resonance (SPR)-based flow systems. The signal amplification methods comprise the use of well established marker systems that provide a precipitate. The ma... | 07/29/2008 |
| 7402441 | Method of detecting an analyte in a fluid A method for the detection of an analyte in a fluid, comprising contacting the fluid with a holographic element comprising a medium and a hologram disposed throughout the volume of the medium, wherein an optical characteristic of the element changes as a result of a... | 07/22/2008 |
| 7399445 | Chemical sensor A sensor device is formed from a metal film having a plurality of openings, a sensor material positioned within each of the openings, a light source that emits light having a first wavelength, and a light detector that detects light emitted from the light source and... | 07/15/2008 |
| 7399446 | Apparatus and process for locating and for measuring variations in temperature and/or in degree of fouling over the internal surface of equipment The present invention relates to an apparatus and a process for locating and for measuring variations in temperature and/or in degree of fouling over the internal suface of equipment. ... | 07/15/2008 |
