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Apparatus, method, and system for testing human olfactory systems

US10980467B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 1, 2016
Grant dateApr 20, 2021
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Expiry dateFeb 25, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N33/0001
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An apparatus, module, methods and systems for automated, standardized assessment and analysis of a human olfactory system's odor detection ability as an indicator or predictor of cognitive impairment or change in cognitive health, and other health conditions such as diabetes. Notably, the present invention is operable for use across all age groups of humans and provides quantitative detection and analysis of a human olfactory system's detection ability compared to a relevant demographic population.

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