09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Diagnostic instruments, not for medical purposes, for use in the analysis of milk and other foods and food products, for the detection of antibiotics, toxins, and other contaminating residues, namely, incubators for incubating cultures, data processors, optical sensors, computer chips, light emitting diodes (LEDs), light emitting diode (LED) displays, electronic luminescent display panels, computer memory, micro-processors, micro-computers, optical mirrors
Test strip devices, assemblies, systems, and methods for the analysis of a sample are shown and described. In one embodiment, a test strip includes a membrane, a filtration conjugate pad with a fibrous labeled receptor bottom side, and an overlay tape enclosing the membrane and a portion of the filtration conjugate pad. An assembly may include a delivery device for delivering sample to the test strip.
G01N 33/558 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet utilisant la diffusion ou la migration de l'anticorps ou de l'antigène
G01N 33/543 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet avec un support insoluble pour l'immobilisation de composés immunochimiques
G01N 33/58 - Analyse chimique de matériau biologique, p. ex. de sang ou d'urineTest par des méthodes faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiques par ligandsTest immunologique faisant intervenir des substances marquées
G01N 33/553 - Support métallique ou recouvert d'un métal
Analyte testing devices, assemblies, methods, operations, and systems are shown and described. In a lateral flow reader to generate a test result from an assay when contacted with a sample and having a camera multiplexer circuit and a host controller. An assembly includes an interface connector; a self-contained optics module having a microcontroller in electrical communication with the interface connector and a host controller. Typically, an optical imaging device being in communication with an interface connector but independent of a microcontroller.
An improved luminometer system is shown and described. The luminometer system may include a reagent dispenser and a reagent level detection assembly. Typically, the system includes an ultrasonic sensor to detect an air bubble, when present, within the system.
Reader and plate methods, operations, and systems for observing a biological sample are shown and described. In one embodiment, a device includes an imaging device and a variable tray holder nest adapted to perform colony counting to monitor biological growth, when present.
Facility management systems, devices, methods, and assemblies are shown and described. In one embodiment, a method of facility management includes delivering a health-related questionnaire to a user that is external a facility. The system receives an input corresponding to the questionnaire to either trigger generating a pre-access boarding pass or a facility denial. A biometric scanning of the user enabled with a boarding pass may then trigger generating an admission acceptance or said facility denial. The result is improved efficient and effective user evaluation prior to facility admission.
H04L 9/32 - Dispositions pour les communications secrètes ou protégéesProtocoles réseaux de sécurité comprenant des moyens pour vérifier l'identité ou l'autorisation d'un utilisateur du système
G07C 9/00 - Enregistrement de l’entrée ou de la sortie d'une entité isolée
G16H 10/20 - TIC spécialement adaptées au maniement ou au traitement des données médicales ou de soins de santé relatives aux patients pour des essais ou des questionnaires cliniques électroniques
Analyte testing devices, assemblies, methods, operations, and systems are shown and described. In one embodiment, an apparatus to generate a test result from an assay, when contacted with a sample, includes a non-planar optics module, an imaging device, and a direct, dynamically-controlled lighting assembly. The assembly may include an aperture carrier heat block having a plurality of optical windows and enhancing manipulation of an assay about the assembly.
G01N 21/25 - CouleurPropriétés spectrales, c.-à-d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes
G01N 21/84 - Systèmes spécialement adaptés à des applications particulières
A leak detection system and assembly. In one embodiment, a refrigeration system includes a non-invasive ultrasonic flowmeter to monitor an ultrasonic signal. The result is a refrigeration system to trigger a leak detection alert.
G01M 3/26 - Examen de l'étanchéité des structures ou ouvrages vis-à-vis d'un fluide par utilisation d'un fluide ou en faisant le vide par mesure du taux de perte ou de gain d'un fluide, p. ex. avec des dispositifs réagissant à la pression, avec des indicateurs de débit
F25B 49/02 - Disposition ou montage des dispositifs de commande ou de sécurité pour machines, installations ou systèmes du type à compression
G01F 1/66 - Mesure du débit volumétrique ou du débit massique d'un fluide ou d'un matériau solide fluent, dans laquelle le fluide passe à travers un compteur par un écoulement continu en mesurant la fréquence, le déphasage, le temps de propagation d'ondes électromagnétiques ou d'autres types d'ondes, p. ex. en utilisant des débitmètres à ultrasons
G01N 21/77 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique
G01N 21/84 - Systèmes spécialement adaptés à des applications particulières
G01N 33/543 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet avec un support insoluble pour l'immobilisation de composés immunochimiques
G01N 35/08 - Analyse automatique non limitée à des procédés ou à des matériaux spécifiés dans un seul des groupes Manipulation de matériaux à cet effet en utilisant un courant d'échantillons discrets circulant dans une canalisation, p. ex. analyse à injection dans un écoulement
Analyte testing devices, assemblies, methods, operations, and systems are shown and described. In a lateral flow reader to generate a test result from an assay when contacted with a sample and having a camera multiplexer circuit and a host controller. An assembly includes an interface connector; a self-contained optics module having a microcontroller in electrical communication with the interface connector and a host controller. Typically, an optical imaging device being in communication with an interface connector but independent of a microcontroller.
G01N 21/77 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique
G01N 21/84 - Systèmes spécialement adaptés à des applications particulières
G01N 33/543 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet avec un support insoluble pour l'immobilisation de composés immunochimiques
G01N 35/08 - Analyse automatique non limitée à des procédés ou à des matériaux spécifiés dans un seul des groupes Manipulation de matériaux à cet effet en utilisant un courant d'échantillons discrets circulant dans une canalisation, p. ex. analyse à injection dans un écoulement
11.
Handheld luminometer and front end platform assembly
A handheld luminometer system and assembly are shown and described. In one embodiment, an assembly includes a portable luminometer and a front end platform having a microcontroller circuit to communicate with a host device. Typically, the portable luminometer includes a sample port to accept a test sample holder, a photomultiplier assembly with at least one photomultiplier tube, and a base. The result is a luminometer assembly for use with a single-use test sample holder in communication with a host device.
Sample preparation and detection devices, methods, and assemblies are shown and described. In one embodiment, an assembly for preparing a sample for predicting a bacterial presence includes a compartmentalized container having a sample collector reservoir, a first storage compartment, and a second storage compartment. The result is improved efficient and effective predicting of a bacterial presence.
C12Q 1/689 - Produits d’acides nucléiques utilisés dans l’analyse d’acides nucléiques, p. ex. amorces ou sondes pour la détection ou l’identification d’organismes pour les bactéries
Analyte testing devices, assemblies, methods, operations, and systems are shown and described. In one embodiment, an apparatus to generate a test result from an assay, when contacted with a sample, includes a non-planaroptics module, an imaging device, and a direct, dynamically-controlled lighting assembly. The assembly may include an aperture carrier heat block having a plurality of optical windows and enhancing manipulation of an assay about the assembly.
G01N 21/77 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique
G01N 21/84 - Systèmes spécialement adaptés à des applications particulières
Analyte testing devices, assemblies, methods, operations, and systems are shown and described. In one embodiment, an apparatus to generate a test result from an assay, when contacted with a sample, includes a non-planar optics module, an imaging device, and a direct, dynamically-controlled lighting assembly. The assembly may include an aperture carrier heat block having a plurality of optical windows and enhancing manipulation of an assay about the assembly.
G01N 21/84 - Systèmes spécialement adaptés à des applications particulières
G01N 21/77 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique
G01N 35/00 - Analyse automatique non limitée à des procédés ou à des matériaux spécifiés dans un seul des groupes Manipulation de matériaux à cet effet
A method of preparing for analysis of a sample is shown and described. In one embodiment, the method includes soaking at least one sample collector in an apyrase solution, and removing the apyrase solution. The result is preparing the sample collector by removing adenosine triphosphate from the sample collector.
C12Q 1/34 - Procédés de mesure ou de test faisant intervenir des enzymes, des acides nucléiques ou des micro-organismesCompositions à cet effetProcédés pour préparer ces compositions faisant intervenir une hydrolase
A leak detection system and assembly. In one embodiment, a refrigeration system includes a non-invasive ultrasonic flowmeter to monitor an ultrasonic signal. The result is a refrigeration system to trigger a leak detection alert.
G01F 23/02 - Indication ou mesure du niveau des liquides ou des matériaux solides fluents, p. ex. indication en fonction du volume ou indication au moyen d'un signal d'alarme par tubes de niveau ou autres appareils impliquant une fenêtre ou un tube transparent pour observer directement le niveau à mesurer ou celui d'une colonne de liquide de communication libre avec la cuve principale du liquide
G01F 1/86 - Débitmètres massiques indirects, p. ex. mesurant le débit volumétrique et la densité, la température ou la pression
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Diagnostic instruments, not for medical purposes, for use in the analysis of milk and other foods and food products, for the
detection of antibiotics, toxins, and other contaminating residues sold as a unit, comprised of incubators for incubating cultures,
data processors, optical sensors, computer chips, light emitting diodes (LEDs), light emitting diode (LED) displays, electronic
luminescent display panels, computer memory, micro-processors, micro-computers, optical mirrors
Reader and plate methods, operations, and systems for observing a biological sample are shown and described. In one embodiment, a device for observing biological growth, when present, on a growth plate, includes an imaging device and a variable positioning nest. The nest may include a first sunken frame to receive a first growth plate, and an offset second sunken frame to receive a distinct second growth plate in an operating position offset about the first operating position.
Analyte testing devices, assemblies, methods, operations, and systems are shown and described. In one embodiment, an apparatus to generate a test result from an assay when contacted with a sample includes a non-planar optics module to align the assay in an offset testing position. A modular interface assembly may support a motherboard and at least one non-planar optics module.
G01N 21/84 - Systèmes spécialement adaptés à des applications particulières
G01N 21/77 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique
A method for extracting a mycotoxin, when present, from a sample. Compositions and methods include the use of high ionic strength compositions including compositions that include many amine and/or carboxyl groups such as protein based, amino acid based and polyethylene glycol based composition.
G01N 33/543 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet avec un support insoluble pour l'immobilisation de composés immunochimiques
G01N 33/569 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet pour micro-organismes, p. ex. protozoaires, bactéries, virus
Sample preparation and detection devices, methods, and assemblies are shown and described. In one embodiment, an assembly for preparing a sample for predicting a bacterial presence includes a compartmentalized container having a sample collector reservoir, a first storage compartment, and a second storage compartment. The result is improved efficient and effective predicting of a bacterial presence.
C12Q 1/04 - Détermination de la présence ou du type de micro-organismeEmploi de milieux sélectifs pour tester des antibiotiques ou des bactéricidesCompositions à cet effet contenant un indicateur chimique
A method of preparing for analysis of a sample is shown and described. In one embodiment, the method includes soaking at least one sample collector in an apyrase solution, and removing the apyrase solution. The result is preparing the sample collector by removing adenosine triphosphate from the sample collector.
A61B 50/37 - Récipients spécialement adaptés à l'emballage, la protection, la distribution, la collecte ou l'élimination des appareils ou des instruments chirurgicaux ou de diagnostic pour la collecte ou l'élimination des articles usagés pour des articles absorbants, p. ex. des bandages, des vêtements, des tampons ou des serviettes
A61F 13/15 - Garnitures absorbantes, p. ex. serviettes ou tampons hygiéniques pour application externe ou interne au corpsMoyens pour les maintenir en place ou les fixerApplicateurs de tampons
Sample collection and analysis devices, methods, and assemblies are shown and described. In one embodiment, an assembly includes a sample collection device and a removable vial having a penetrable barrier seal to prevent access to the vial until at least one penetrable activation. The result is improved efficient and effective sample collection and analysis.
G01N 33/543 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet avec un support insoluble pour l'immobilisation de composés immunochimiques
G01N 33/558 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet utilisant la diffusion ou la migration de l'anticorps ou de l'antigène
G01N 33/58 - Analyse chimique de matériau biologique, p. ex. de sang ou d'urineTest par des méthodes faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiques par ligandsTest immunologique faisant intervenir des substances marquées
Sample collection and analysis devices, methods, and assemblies are shown and described. In one embodiment, an assembly includes a sample collection device and a removable vial having a penetrable barrier seal to prevent access to the vial until at least one penetrable activation. The result is improved efficient and effective sample collection and analysis.
Test strip devices, assemblies, systems, and methods for the analysis of a sample are shown and described. In one embodiment, a test strip includes a nitrocellulose membrane, a filtration conjugate pad with a fibrous labeled receptor bottom side, and an overlay tape enclosing the nitrocellulose membrane and a portion of the filtration conjugate pad. An assembly may include a delivery device for delivering sample to the test strip.
G01N 33/558 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet utilisant la diffusion ou la migration de l'anticorps ou de l'antigène
G01N 33/543 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet avec un support insoluble pour l'immobilisation de composés immunochimiques
G01N 33/58 - Analyse chimique de matériau biologique, p. ex. de sang ou d'urineTest par des méthodes faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiques par ligandsTest immunologique faisant intervenir des substances marquées
G01N 33/553 - Support métallique ou recouvert d'un métal
Embodiments described herein include detecting an analyte in a low pH sample. Some embodiments include detection of multiple analytes in a sample utilizing a plurality of analyte binders and a control zone containing multiple control zone capture agents. In some embodiments, the multiple control zone capture agents capture a plurality of binders within one control zone.
G01N 33/558 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet utilisant la diffusion ou la migration de l'anticorps ou de l'antigène
G01N 33/569 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet pour micro-organismes, p. ex. protozoaires, bactéries, virus
Apparatus and assemblies for the detection of at least one analyte in a sample are shown and described. In one embodiment, the assembly generates a test result from an assay and includes an integrated reader and incubator, wherein the incubator incubates the assay as the reader generates the test result. The reader typically has an optical detector aligned with a light source for detecting a plurality of transmission of light on the assay. The result is systems and methods to improve the detection of the presence and/or absence of at least one analyte in a sample.
G01N 21/75 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
G01N 21/84 - Systèmes spécialement adaptés à des applications particulières
Reader and plate methods, operations, and systems for observing a biological sample are shown and described. In one embodiment, a device for observing biological growth, when present, on a growth plate, includes an imaging device and a variable positioning nest. The nest may include a first sunken frame to receive a first growth plate, and an offset second sunken frame to receive a distinct second growth plate in an operating position offset about the first operating position.
Reader observation and monitoring of the imaging of biological development is shown and described. In one embodiment, a method for monitoring biological growth includes identifying an alert from comparing a background value identified on a plate to a non-background value identified on a plate. In particular examples, a pre-filter, threshold, and histogram analysis identifies an alert count.
G06K 9/00 - Méthodes ou dispositions pour la lecture ou la reconnaissance de caractères imprimés ou écrits ou pour la reconnaissance de formes, p.ex. d'empreintes digitales
G01N 15/14 - Techniques de recherche optique, p. ex. cytométrie en flux
C12Q 1/02 - Procédés de mesure ou de test faisant intervenir des enzymes, des acides nucléiques ou des micro-organismesCompositions à cet effetProcédés pour préparer ces compositions faisant intervenir des micro-organismes viables
G01N 15/00 - Recherche de caractéristiques de particulesRecherche de la perméabilité, du volume des pores ou de l'aire superficielle effective de matériaux poreux
G01N 15/10 - Recherche de particules individuelles
Peel plates and plate assemblies are shown and described. In one embodiment, a peel plate assembly includes a semi-rigid plate, a removable cover seal, and an adhesive to provide a moisture vapor barrier. In particular embodiments, the moisture vapor barrier provides less than about one pound peel adhesion and a stiffness for reapplication without wrinkling. The result is a peel plate, assembly, and method for the enumerating a microorganism, when present, in a sample.
Analyte testing devices, assemblies, methods, operations, and systems are shown and described. In one embodiment, an apparatus to generate a test result from an assay when contacted with a sample includes a non-planar optics module to align the assay in an offset testing position. A modular interface assembly may support a motherboard and at least one nonplanar optics module.
G01N 21/01 - Dispositions ou appareils pour faciliter la recherche optique
G01N 21/63 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau analysé est excité de façon à ce qu'il émette de la lumière ou qu'il produise un changement de la longueur d'onde de la lumière incidente excité optiquement
G01N 21/75 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé
G01N 21/77 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique
G01N 21/84 - Systèmes spécialement adaptés à des applications particulières
Analyte testing devices, assemblies, methods, operations, and systems are shown and described. In one embodiment, an apparatus to generate a test result from an assay when contacted with a sample includes a non-planar optics module to align the assay in an offset testing position. A modular interface assembly may support a motherboard and at least one nonplanar optics module.
G01N 21/01 - Dispositions ou appareils pour faciliter la recherche optique
G01N 21/63 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau analysé est excité de façon à ce qu'il émette de la lumière ou qu'il produise un changement de la longueur d'onde de la lumière incidente excité optiquement
G01N 21/75 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé
G01N 21/77 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique
G01N 21/84 - Systèmes spécialement adaptés à des applications particulières
In-line testing and product delivery assemblies, methods, operations, and systems are shown and described. In one embodiment, an in-line testing and product delivery system includes a supply of product having at least one outlet with a valve closure and a downstream delivery line, a recirculation closed loop in fluid communication with the outlet and supply, and a reader to generate a rapid test result from a single use assay for detection of a presence or an absence of an analyte in the supply. The result provides monitoring of a detection of the analyte to block release of product supply into the delivery line.
A single unit assay device, method, and assembly is shown and described. In one embodiment, a self-contained assembly and method analyze a sample for a presence of one or more analytes, residues, and may include comparing visual intensity of a detectable signal of a test area to a visual intensity of a control area. The result is an improved field test for efficient and effective qualitative analysis.
System, apparatus, and assemblies for the detection of at least one analyte in a sample are shown and described. The system may be an onboard vehicle system to generate an antibiotic test result from an antibiotic analyte assay.
G01N 21/75 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé
G01N 21/84 - Systèmes spécialement adaptés à des applications particulières
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
Reader and plate methods, operations, and systems for observing a biological sample are shown and described. In one embodiment, a reader device includes selecting a plate type between at least two plate type selections on a user interface. One embodiment includes aligning a peel plate within a tray holder nest to define a semi-fixed processing position. One embodiment includes transporting a peel plate from a loading position into a focal alignment with an imaging device for monitoring biological growth, when present.
C12M 1/36 - Appareillage pour l'enzymologie ou la microbiologie comportant une commande sensible au temps ou aux conditions du milieu, p. ex. fermenteurs commandés automatiquement
Reader observation and monitoring of the imaging of biological development is shown and described. In one embodiment, a method for monitoring biological growth includes identifying an alert from comparing a background value identified on a plate to a non-background value identified on a plate. In particular examples, a pre-filter, threshold, and histogram analysis identifies an alert count.
G06K 9/00 - Méthodes ou dispositions pour la lecture ou la reconnaissance de caractères imprimés ou écrits ou pour la reconnaissance de formes, p.ex. d'empreintes digitales
G01N 15/14 - Techniques de recherche optique, p. ex. cytométrie en flux
C12Q 1/02 - Procédés de mesure ou de test faisant intervenir des enzymes, des acides nucléiques ou des micro-organismesCompositions à cet effetProcédés pour préparer ces compositions faisant intervenir des micro-organismes viables
G06T 5/40 - Amélioration ou restauration d'image utilisant des techniques d'histogrammes
G01N 15/10 - Recherche de particules individuelles
G01N 15/00 - Recherche de caractéristiques de particulesRecherche de la perméabilité, du volume des pores ou de l'aire superficielle effective de matériaux poreux
Culture medium devices and systems are shown and described. In one embodiment a growth plate includes an upper surface, a recessed well, a raised platform having an opposing cavity, and raised extensions having an opposing receiving aperture. Typically, the well is recessed below the top surface and the platform is above the upper surface. A growth plate assembly typically includes at least a first growth plate's raised stacking surfaces being temporarily received by a second growth plate's receiving surfaces, thereby temporarily securing growth plates together.
In-line testing and product delivery assemblies, methods, operations, and systems are shown and described. In one embodiment, an in-line testing and product delivery system includes a supply of product having at least one outlet with a valve closure and a downstream delivery line, a recirculation closed loop in fluid communication with the outlet and supply, and a reader to generate a rapid test result from a single use assay for detection of a presence or an absence of an analyte in the supply. The result provides monitoring of a detection of the analyte to block release of product supply into the delivery line.
Apparatus and assemblies for the detection of at least one analyte in a sample are shown and described. In one embodiment, the assembly generates a test result from an assay and includes an integrated reader and incubator, wherein the incubator incubates the assay as the reader generates the test result. The reader typically has an optical detector aligned with a light source for detecting a plurality of transmission of light on the assay. The result is systems and methods to improve the detection of the presence and/or absence of at least one analyte in a sample.
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
G01N 21/75 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé
G01N 21/84 - Systèmes spécialement adaptés à des applications particulières
A single unit assay device, method, and assembly is shown and described. In one embodiment, a method for analyzing a sample for a presence of one or more analytes, residues, and the like includes comparing visual intensity of a detectable signal of a test area to a visual intensity of a control area. The result is an improved field test for efficient and effective qualitative analysis.
G01N 33/50 - Analyse chimique de matériau biologique, p. ex. de sang ou d'urineTest par des méthodes faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiques par ligandsTest immunologique
Embodiments described herein include detecting an analyte in a low pH sample. Some embodiments include detection of multiple analytes in a sample utilizing a plurality of analyte binders and a control zone containing multiple control zone capture agents. In some embodiments, the multiple control zone capture agents capture a plurality of binders within one control zone.
G01N 33/569 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet pour micro-organismes, p. ex. protozoaires, bactéries, virus
G01N 33/558 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet utilisant la diffusion ou la migration de l'anticorps ou de l'antigène
Culture medium devices and systems are shown and described. In one embodiment, a peel plate includes a recessed well, a raised platform, and a removable adhesive cover. In certain examples, the recessed well receives a sample on a dried media culture disc. The removable cover may have a first end secured adjacent to the raised platform and a second removable end removably enclosing the recessed well. The result is a peel plate, assembly, and methods for the enumerating a microorganism, when present, in a sample.
Apparatus and assemblies for the detection of at least one analyte in a sample are shown and described. In one embodiment, the assembly generates a test result from an assay and includes an integrated reader and incubator, wherein the incubator incubates the assay as the reader generates the test result. The reader typically has an optical detector aligned with a light source for detecting a plurality of transmission of light on the assay. The result is systems and methods to improve the detection of the presence and/or absence of at least one analyte in a sample.
G01N 33/00 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux par des méthodes spécifiques non couvertes par les groupes
G01N 21/75 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
G01N 21/84 - Systèmes spécialement adaptés à des applications particulières
G01N 27/26 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux par l'emploi de moyens électriques, électrochimiques ou magnétiques en recherchant des variables électrochimiquesRecherche ou analyse des matériaux par l'emploi de moyens électriques, électrochimiques ou magnétiques en utilisant l'électrolyse ou l'électrophorèse
Apparatus and assemblies for the detection of at least one analyte in a sample are shown and described. In one embodiment, the assembly generates a test result from an assay and includes an integrated reader and incubator, wherein the incubator incubates the assay as the reader generates the test result. The reader typically has an optical detector aligned with a light source for detecting a plurality of transmission of light on the assay. The result is systems and methods to improve the detection of the presence and/or absence of at least one analyte in a sample.
G01N 21/75 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé
G01N 21/84 - Systèmes spécialement adaptés à des applications particulières
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
G01N 33/00 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux par des méthodes spécifiques non couvertes par les groupes
G01N 27/26 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux par l'emploi de moyens électriques, électrochimiques ou magnétiques en recherchant des variables électrochimiquesRecherche ou analyse des matériaux par l'emploi de moyens électriques, électrochimiques ou magnétiques en utilisant l'électrolyse ou l'électrophorèse
46.
PLATE READER CALIBRATION, SECURE OPERATION, AND IMPROVED PEEL PLATE
Reader and plate methods, operations, and systems for imaging/counting biological development on plates are shown and described. One embodiment Includes calibrating a plate reader. Calibration may be triggered by detecting a quality control event or the like. The calibration process may include receiving a low and/or high calibrator, counting objects on. The calibrator(s)s and comparing objects on the calibrator(s) to a predetermined limit. The result is an improved plate reader for observing biological growth, when present, on a growth plate.
Assessing test results development during assay analysis is shown and described. In one embodiment, an apparatus generates an assessment of diagnostic test development from an assay. The apparatus may include an optical detector aligned in an optical path with the assay. Further, the optical detector may perform continuous image detection of the assay to generate an assessment testing development. In some examples, the assessment is a graphical display of diagnostic development. In yet other embodiments, a method of assessing diagnostic test development may include signaling the optical detector to perform continuing image detection of the assay and generating an assessment of said diagnostic test development. The assessment may include graphing a reflectance detected on the assay on a display board.
G01N 21/84 - Systèmes spécialement adaptés à des applications particulières
B01L 3/00 - Récipients ou ustensiles pour laboratoires, p. ex. verrerie de laboratoireCompte-gouttes
G01N 33/558 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet utilisant la diffusion ou la migration de l'anticorps ou de l'antigène
G01N 33/543 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet avec un support insoluble pour l'immobilisation de composés immunochimiques
01 - Produits chimiques destinés à l'industrie, aux sciences ainsi qu'à l'agriculture
Produits et services
Chemically treated non-medical diagnostic test strips comprising biological and chemical reagents for detecting microorganisms or chemicals in various environments
Hygiene control stations and methods are shown and described. In one embodiment, the control station includes picking compartments with corresponding automated inventory control. Further, the control stations may include user instructions and best hygiene practices. In particular examples, the control stations include sensors and alarms to ensure proper usage. The result is control systems and methods to improve hygiene care, infection control, inventory management, and the like.
G06F 17/00 - Équipement ou méthodes de traitement de données ou de calcul numérique, spécialement adaptés à des fonctions spécifiques
G07F 11/62 - Appareils déclenchés par des pièces de monnaie pour distribuer ou délivrer d'une façon analogue, des articles d'une façon discontinue dans lesquels les articles sont stockés en compartiments dans des casiers fixes
A47B 67/04 - CommodesMeubles à tiroirs caractérisés par la disposition des tiroirs
G06Q 10/08 - Logistique, p. ex. entreposage, chargement ou distributionGestion d’inventaires ou de stocks
G07F 9/02 - Dispositifs pour donner l'alarme ou une indication, p. ex. quand l'appareil est videAménagements publicitaires des appareils déclenchés par des pièces de monnaie
01 - Produits chimiques destinés à l'industrie, aux sciences ainsi qu'à l'agriculture
Produits et services
Chemically treated non-medical diagnostic test strips comprising biological and chemical reagents for detecting microorganisms or chemicals in various environments
An improved luminometer, chamber insert, and deactivator is shown and described. In one embodiment, the device comprises a luminometer for use with a test sample holder and is configured to determine the emitted light from the test sample holder. Typically, the luminometer includes a housing having a sample port, a photomultiplier assembly, and a chamber having a mirrored inner side face. In certain examples, an improved chamber for a luminometer comprises an insert portion, a photomultiplier portion, and a deactivator.
G01N 21/62 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau analysé est excité de façon à ce qu'il émette de la lumière ou qu'il produise un changement de la longueur d'onde de la lumière incidente
Embodiments described herein include methods and assays for detecting beta-lactam analytes and mycotoxin analytes in a sample. Some embodiments include detection of multiple analytes in a sample utilizing a plurality of analyte binders and a control zone containing multiple control zone capture agents. In some embodiments, the multiple control zone capture agents capture a plurality of binders within one control zone. Test results are determined by comparison of the control zone signal to a test zone signal.
G01N 33/558 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet utilisant la diffusion ou la migration de l'anticorps ou de l'antigène
Culture medium devices and systems are shown and described. In one embodiment, a peel plate includes a recessed well, a raised platform, and a removable adhesive cover. In certain examples, the recessed well receives a sample on a dried media culture disc. The removable cover may have a first end secured adjacent to the raised platform and a second removable end removably enclosing the recessed well. The result is a peel plate, assembly, and methods for the enumerating a microorganism, when present, in a sample.
G01N 21/75 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé
B01L 99/00 - Matière non prévue dans les autres groupes de la présente sous-classe
C12Q 1/04 - Détermination de la présence ou du type de micro-organismeEmploi de milieux sélectifs pour tester des antibiotiques ou des bactéricidesCompositions à cet effet contenant un indicateur chimique
Culture medium devices and systems are shown and described. In one embodiment, the device comprises a culture medium adapted for test fluid inoculation without the concerns associated with a spreading step. In particular examples, a printed grid on the outer surface of a culture device is visible on the inner surface for colony counting after a test has been developed. The result is a device that allows for detection, identification, and transportation of various microorganisms without preparation or spreading steps, and more particularly to a culture medium in which a test fluid inoculated thereto diffuses rapidly.
C12Q 1/04 - Détermination de la présence ou du type de micro-organismeEmploi de milieux sélectifs pour tester des antibiotiques ou des bactéricidesCompositions à cet effet contenant un indicateur chimique
A method and test strip for detecting one or more analytes in a test solution. The method and test strip include a detectable component, such as a gold particle, that is linked to a binder, such as an antibody, through a linkage. The linkage can include an antibody binding protein and an antispecies antibody.
G01N 33/537 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet avec formation d'un complexe immunologique en phase liquide avec séparation du complexe immunologique de l'antigène ou de l'anticorps non liés
G01N 33/543 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet avec un support insoluble pour l'immobilisation de composés immunochimiques
Detecting a definitive presence or absence of an analyte from a borderline test is shown and described. In one embodiment, a method of generating a definitive test result includes continuously incubating the assay concurrently with continuously reading a diagnostic test on the assay. In particular examples, reading the diagnostic test on the assay includes performing a one minute diagnostic reading. Typically, when a borderline test result is detected, further development of the assay is performed. In most examples, detecting a definitive presence or absence test result deactivates the testing sequence.
A method and composition for extracting an analyte from a test sample such as grain, so as to determine whether the test sample is contaminated with a toxin. The method is particularly useful for detecting the presence in a batch of grain of a mycotoxin, such as for example aflatoxin, ochratoxin, T2, zearalanone, vomitoxin (deoxynivalenol a/k/a DON), patulin and fumonisin. Extraction is performed with use of a composition that includes a proteinaceous material, such as albumin, as an extraction agent.
G01N 33/543 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet avec un support insoluble pour l'immobilisation de composés immunochimiques
G01N 33/569 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet pour micro-organismes, p. ex. protozoaires, bactéries, virus
G01N 33/10 - Substances contenant de la fécule, p. ex. la pâte
Analyte detection systems and devices are provided. In one embodiment, a sensor initially reviews an assay, for instance a test strip, to designate a particular testing sequence. The sensor may calibrate the unit and then identify the particular testing sequence by identifying a color indicator on the test strip. The result is systems and methods to improve the detection of the presence and/or absence of at least one analyte in a sample.
G01N 33/58 - Analyse chimique de matériau biologique, p. ex. de sang ou d'urineTest par des méthodes faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiques par ligandsTest immunologique faisant intervenir des substances marquées
G01N 33/543 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet avec un support insoluble pour l'immobilisation de composés immunochimiques
G01N 21/84 - Systèmes spécialement adaptés à des applications particulières
G01N 35/00 - Analyse automatique non limitée à des procédés ou à des matériaux spécifiés dans un seul des groupes Manipulation de matériaux à cet effet
G01N 15/00 - Recherche de caractéristiques de particulesRecherche de la perméabilité, du volume des pores ou de l'aire superficielle effective de matériaux poreux
Assessing test results development during assay analysis is shown and described. In one embodiment, an apparatus generates an assessment of diagnostic test development from an assay. The apparatus may include an optical detector aligned in an optical path with the assay. Further, the optical detector may perform continuous image detection of the assay to generate an assessment testing development. In some examples, the assessment is a graphical display of diagnostic development. In yet other embodiments, a method of assessing diagnostic test development may include signaling the optical detector to perform continuing image detection of the assay and generating an assessment of said diagnostic test development. The assessment may include graphing a reflectance detected on the assay on a display board.
Label complexes, lateral flow apparatus and methods of detecting a high molecular weight substance are shown and described. In one embodiment, the label complex includes an antispecies antibody and another antibody having sensitivity to both the antispecies antibody and to a control line capture agent, an antibody binding protein and a detectable component. Typically, the antibody binding protein may bind to a receptor for the analyte or to the anti-species antibody. In yet other embodiments, a lateral flow test strip includes the label complex and a solid support that traverses lateral flow of a liquid sample and provides a detectable signal.
G01N 33/558 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet utilisant la diffusion ou la migration de l'anticorps ou de l'antigène
G01N 33/543 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet avec un support insoluble pour l'immobilisation de composés immunochimiques
G01N 33/58 - Analyse chimique de matériau biologique, p. ex. de sang ou d'urineTest par des méthodes faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiques par ligandsTest immunologique faisant intervenir des substances marquées
Detecting a definitive presence or absence of an analyte from a borderline test is shown and described. In one embodiment, a method of generating a definitive test result includes continuously incubating the assay concuiTently with continuously reading a diagnostic test on the assay. In particular examples, reading the diagnostic test on the assay includes performing a one minute diagnostic reading. Typically, when a borderline test result is detected, further development of the assay is performed. In most examples, detecting a definitive presence or absence test result deactivates the testing sequence.
Culture medium devices and systems are shown and described. In one embodiment, the device comprises a culture medium adapted for test fluid inoculation without the concerns associated with a spreading step. In particular examples, a printed grid on the outer surface of a culture device is visible on the inner surface for colony counting after a test has been developed. The result is a device that allows for detection, identification, and transportation of various microorganisms without preparation or spreading steps, and more particularly to a culture medium in which a test fluid inoculated thereto diffuses rapidly.
Lateral flow assay analysis is shown and described. In one embodiment, the lateral flow assay comprises a surface having a reflectance profile that is adapted to enable monitoring of the assay continuously until the detection of an analyte. In other embodiments, a lateral flow assay system includes an incubator and a reader, wherein the incubator incubates the assay concurrently as the reader generates a test result. Further, an assay measurement apparatus may include an optical detector to perform continuous image detection of the assay to generate a diagnostic test result.
A method and composition for extracting an analyte from a test sample such as grain, so as to determine whether the test sample is contaminated with a toxin. The method is particularly useful for detecting the presence in a batch of grain of a mycotoxin, such as for example aflatoxin, ochratoxin, T2, zearalanone, vomitoxin (deoxynivalenol a/k/a DON), patulin and fumonisin. Extraction is performed with use of a composition that includes a proteinaceous material, such as albumin, as an extraction agent.
Disclosed herein is a method and device for testing an agricultural product for the presence of an unwanted residue including a reader-incubator combination that can utilize onboard motor vehicle systems, such as an onboard microprocessor and onboard power supply.
A method and device for detecting analytes in a test sample. Embodiments include methods for quantitatively detecting analytes within a range of concentrations. In an embodiment the method includes a lateral flow test strip with multiple test areas for capturing a labeled receptor to provide a detectable signal.
C12M 1/34 - Mesure ou test par des moyens de mesure ou de détection des conditions du milieu, p. ex. par des compteurs de colonies
G01N 33/558 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet utilisant la diffusion ou la migration de l'anticorps ou de l'antigène
74.
LATERAL FLOW TEST KIT AND METHOD FOR DETECTING A HIGH MOLECULAR WEIGHT SUBSTANCE
Label complexes, lateral flow apparatus and methods of detecting a high molecular weight substance are shown and described. In one embodiment, the label complex includes an antispecies antibody and another antibody having sensitivity to both the antispecies antibody and to a control line capture agent, an antibody binding protein and a detectable component. Typically, the antibody binding protein may bind to a receptor for the analyte or to the anti-species antibody. In yet other embodiments, a lateral flow test strip includes the label complex and a solid support that traverses lateral flow of a liquid sample and provides a detectable signal.
G01N 33/543 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet avec un support insoluble pour l'immobilisation de composés immunochimiques
G01N 33/58 - Analyse chimique de matériau biologique, p. ex. de sang ou d'urineTest par des méthodes faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiques par ligandsTest immunologique faisant intervenir des substances marquées
G01N 33/68 - Analyse chimique de matériau biologique, p. ex. de sang ou d'urineTest par des méthodes faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiques par ligandsTest immunologique faisant intervenir des protéines, peptides ou amino-acides
75.
Method and apparatus for reducing luminescent test result intereferences (continuation)
This application involves detecting luminescence. Various methods and devices are described that reduce interference of ambient light, including UV radiation, on test results. Such methods and devices include using UV blocking material and covering test components prior to use.
01 - Produits chimiques destinés à l'industrie, aux sciences ainsi qu'à l'agriculture
Produits et services
assay diagnostic kits comprising powder reagents and/or test strips for use in detecting toxins, antibiotics and other contaminates in commodities and food products
A method, test strip and method of manufacturing a test strip useful for detecting one or more analytes, such as an antibiotic, in a test sample such as a milk sample. The test strip and method include a labeled specific binder and test capture agent for the specific binder that increases test sensitivity to the analyte for which the specific binder has affinity while decreasing test sensitivity to an analyte for which a multianalyte binder has affinity.
G01N 33/558 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet utilisant la diffusion ou la migration de l'anticorps ou de l'antigène
G01N 33/543 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet avec un support insoluble pour l'immobilisation de composés immunochimiques
G01N 33/94 - Analyse chimique de matériau biologique, p. ex. de sang ou d'urineTest par des méthodes faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiques par ligandsTest immunologique faisant intervenir des narcotiques
Lateral flow assay analysis is shown and described. In one embodiment, the lateral flow assay comprises a surface having a reflectance profile that is adapted to enable monitoring of the assay continuously until the detection of an analyte. In other embodiments, a lateral flow assay system includes an incubator and a reader, wherein the incubator incubates the assay concurrently as the reader generates a test result. Further, an assay measurement apparatus may include an optical detector to perform continuous image detection of the assay to generate a diagnostic test result.
Disclosed herein is a method and device for testing an agricultural product for the presence of an unwanted residue including a reader-incubator combination that can utilize onboard motor vehicle systems, such as an onboard microprocessor and onboard power supply?
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Diagnostic instruments for use in the analysis of milk and other foods and food products, for the detection of antibiotics, toxins, and other contaminating residues, namely, incubators for incubating cultures, data processors, optical sensors, computer chips, light emitting diodes (LEDs), light emitting diode (LED) displays, electronic luminescent display panels, computer memory, micro-processors, micro-computers, optical mirrors, computer operating systems, computer software, computer programs, power supplies, signal processors, thermometers, and thermostats and computer printers
A method, test strip and method of manufacturing a test strip useful for detecting one or more analytes, such as an antibiotic, in a test sample such as a milk sample. The test strip and method include a labeled specific binder and test capture agent for the specific binder that increases test sensitivity to the analyte for which the specific binder has affinity while decreasing test sensitivity to an analyte for which a multianalyte binder has affinity.
G01N 33/53 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet
G01N 33/558 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet utilisant la diffusion ou la migration de l'anticorps ou de l'antigène
82.
Lateral flow assay reader with transparent barrier in insert
An assay reader system incorporating a conventional assay reader, for example a lateral flow reader, and an insert aligned with the reader's sensor to detect an assay result. The insert may include a housing which defines a cavity to receive a removable barrier, wherein the removable barrier can be aligned between the sensor and the test strip. The barrier may include an optical window, and may be cleanable and/or disposable to maintain the accuracy of the reader. Test strips are introduced into the reader through a receiving port within the insert's housing. An air inlet on the insert further maintains the reader's accuracy by allowing air to be tunneled over the housing to remove excess dust, debris, or the like.
Phages can be detected as rapid indicators of the hygienic quality of a sample. Both continuous flow methods and devices, single sample methods and devices, of various volumes, can be used. Single samples may be tested by single or multi-step testing methods. Test kits can be provided in easy-to-use formats. Certain phages, such as coliphage, are useful as indicators of fecal contamination.
C12Q 1/70 - Procédés de mesure ou de test faisant intervenir des enzymes, des acides nucléiques ou des micro-organismesCompositions à cet effetProcédés pour préparer ces compositions faisant intervenir des virus ou des bactériophages
A substantially moisture-tight unit for packaging moisture-sensitive items. The unit includes a container and cap. The container has a closed container bottom, a container top, a sidewall extending upwardly from the container bottom to the container top and a fixed surface at, or near, the container top. The unit also includes a cap. The cap has a lid and a moisture impervious layer attached to an inside portion of the lid. The lid can snap onto the container to hold the moisture impervious layer against a fixed surface forming a moisture barrier.
B67B 1/03 - Prétraitement des bouchons, p. ex. nettoyage, stérilisation, chauffage, imprégnation ou revêtementApplication d'anneaux élastiques aux bouchons
B65D 83/00 - Réceptacles ou paquets comportant des moyens particuliers pour distribuer leur contenu
85.
ASSAY READER INSERT AND METHOD OF MAINTAINING A READER
An assay reader system incorporating a conventional assay reader, for example a lateral flow reader, and an insert aligned with the reader's sensor to detect an assay result. The insert may include a housing which defines a cavity to receive a removable barrier, wherein the removable barrier can be aligned between the sensor and the test strip. The barrier may include an optical window, and may be cleanable and/or disposable to maintain the accuracy of the reader. Test strips are introduced into the reader through a receiving port within the insert's housing. An air inlet on the insert further maintains the reader's accuracy by allowing air to be tunneled over the housing to remove excess dust, debris, or the like.
A method and apparatus for controlled concentration of an analyte containing liquid sample. Embodiments include using microwave energy to heat a sample while reducing pressure in a chamber. The combination of reduced pressure and microwave energy can provide sufficient heat to vaporize a portion of the liquid while maintaining analyte integrity. The method and apparatus can increase speed and sensitivity of analyte detection.
Phage can be detected as rapid indicators of the hygienic quality of a sample. Both continuous flow methods and devices and single sample methods and devices, of various volumes, can be used. Test kits can be provided in easy-to-use formats. Certain phage, such as coliphage, are useful as indicators of fecal contamination.
G01N 33/569 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet pour micro-organismes, p. ex. protozoaires, bactéries, virus
A test device configured for obtaining a sample from within a tube such as the one or more channels of an endoscope. The device can include an elongate sample probe and light blocking material.
A61B 1/06 - Instruments pour procéder à l'examen médical de l'intérieur des cavités ou des conduits du corps par inspection visuelle ou photographique, p. ex. endoscopesDispositions pour l'éclairage dans ces instruments avec dispositifs d'éclairement
G01N 33/53 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet
G01N 24/00 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux par l'utilisation de la résonance magnétique nucléaire, de la résonance paramagnétique électronique ou d'autres effets de spin
C07K 1/10 - Procédés généraux de préparation de peptides utilisant des agents de couplage
A method and device for detecting analytes in a test sample. Embodiments include methods for quantitatively detecting analytes within a range of concentrations. In an embodiment the method includes a lateral flow test strip with multiple test areas for capturing a labeled receptor to provide a detectable signal.
A substantially moisture-tight unit for packaging moisture-sensitive items. The unit includes a container and cap. The container has a closed container bottom, a container top, a sidewall extending upwardly from the container bottom to the container top and a fixed surface at, or near, the container top. The unit also includes a cap. The cap has a lid and a moisture impervious layer attached to an inside portion of the lid. The lid can snap onto the container to hold the moisture impervious layer against a fixed surface forming a moisture barrier.
This application involves detecting luminescence. Various methods and devices are described that reduce interference of ambient light, including UV radiation, on test results. Such methods and devices include using UV blocking material and covering test components prior to use.
G01N 1/10 - Dispositifs pour prélever des échantillons à l'état liquide ou fluide
G01N 21/00 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux par l'utilisation de moyens optiques, c.-à-d. en utilisant des ondes submillimétriques, de la lumière infrarouge, visible ou ultraviolette
C12M 1/34 - Mesure ou test par des moyens de mesure ou de détection des conditions du milieu, p. ex. par des compteurs de colonies
01 - Produits chimiques destinés à l'industrie, aux sciences ainsi qu'à l'agriculture
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Diagnostic kits comprising biological or chemical reagents
for detecting microorganisms or chemicals in various
environments. Scientific instruments, software and computers for use in
detecting microorganisms or chemicals in various
environments.
01 - Produits chimiques destinés à l'industrie, aux sciences ainsi qu'à l'agriculture
05 - Produits pharmaceutiques, vétérinaires et hygièniques
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Diagnostic kits comprising biological or chemical reagents for detecting microorganisms or chemicals in various environments for non-medical purposes Diagnostic kits comprising biological or chemical reagents for detecting microorganisms or chemicals in various environments for medical or veterinary purposes Scientific instruments, namely radiation detectors, namely scintillation counters; electrical adapters; bar code readers; bar code scanners; battery cases; battery chargers; chromatography columns; wireless communication devices; laboratory apparatuses namely centrifuges and pipette tips; laboratory equipment and supplies namely incubators, test tubes and thermometers; laboratory equipment namely pipette racks; optical readers; photometers; printers; timers; computer software and computer hardware for use in detecting chemicals or microorganisms in various environments
01 - Produits chimiques destinés à l'industrie, aux sciences ainsi qu'à l'agriculture
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Diagnostic kits comprising biological or chemical reagents for detecting microorganisms or chemicals in various environments Scientific instruments, namely radiation detectors, namely scintillation counters; electrical adapters; bar code readers; bar code scanners; battery cases; battery chargers; chromatography columns; interfaces for detectors; laboratory apparatuses namely centrifuges and pipette tips; laboratory equipment and supplies namely incubators, test tubes and thermometers; laboratory equipment namely pipette racks; optical readers; photometers; printers; timers; computer software and computer hardware for use in detecting chemicals or microorganisms in various environments
01 - Produits chimiques destinés à l'industrie, aux sciences ainsi qu'à l'agriculture
Produits et services
Kit for use in detecting biological or chemical residue on a surface the test kit composed of a container with test reagents therein for use in detecting said biological or chemical residues, and a swab to obtain a test sample
01 - Produits chimiques destinés à l'industrie, aux sciences ainsi qu'à l'agriculture
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
(1) Assay for analyte detection and reagents therefor.
(2) Instruments for use in the analysis of milk and other foods and food products, for the detection of antibiotics, toxins, and other contaminating residues, namely, incubators, data processors, optical scanners, computer chips, light emitting diodes, luminescent display panels, computer memory, micro-processors, micro-computers, optical mirrors, computer operating systems, computer software, computer programs, power supplies, signal processors, thermometers, and thermostats and printers.
01 - Produits chimiques destinés à l'industrie, aux sciences ainsi qu'à l'agriculture
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
assay kits comprising reagents and/or test strips for use in detecting antibiotics, toxins, and other contaminates in milk and other foods and food products instruments for use in the analysis of milk and other foods and food products, for the detection of antibiotics, toxins, and other contaminating residues, namely, incubators, data processors, optical scanners, computer chips, light emitting diodes, luminescent display panels, computer memory, micro-processors, micro-computers, optical mirrors, computer operating systems, computer software, computer programs, power supplies, signal processors, thermometers, and thermostats and printers