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Incorporation of pyridoxal phosphate in dry analytical elements for the determination of enzymes

US4450232A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 4, 1982
Grant dateMay 22, 1984
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Expiry dateFeb 4, 2002

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S435/805
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Enzymes which are activated by pyridoxal phosphate are assayed in a dry analytical element which includes a high coverage of pyridoxal phosphate. The coverage of pyridoxal phosphate is such that the multiplication product of the coverage and the spreading coefficient of the element results in a reagent mixture concentration of at least about 0.9 mmole per liter when a liquid sample is contacted with the element thereby eliminating the need for a preincubation of the sample with a solution containing pyridoxal phosphate. The reactions for the determination of the enzymes are initiated by contact of the dry elements with a liquid sample.

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