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Method and apparatus for detecting dehydration

US10299678B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 3, 2017
Grant dateMay 28, 2019
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Expiry dateApr 3, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N33/48707
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An apparatus for detecting conductance parameter of high protein body fluid sample is provided. The apparatus includes at least one liquid collection element, and at least two electrodes horizontally aligned in the liquid collection element. Also provided are methods for detecting dehydration in a subject, comprising the steps of measuring the conductance parameter of the saliva of the subject.

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