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Fluorescence screening for blood typing

US4550017A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 15, 1982
Grant dateOct 29, 1985
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Expiry dateOct 15, 2002

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S436/827
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A sensitive method for identifying red blood cell antigens or antibodies thereto is provided. A fluorescent bead is conjugated to a receptor specific for a red blood cell antigen (ligand) or alternatively with an antigen for determination of antibodies. The conjugate is mixed with a red blood cell containing composition. A change in fluorescence compared with a control reveals the presence or absence of the antigen or antibody.

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