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Method and device for quantitative end point determination in immunofluorescence using microfluorophotometry

US4622291A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 11, 1984
Grant dateNov 11, 1986
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Expiry dateJun 11, 2004

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T436/112499
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention discloses a device and a process for quantitation of end point in the formation of fluorescent reaction product in microfluorophotometry. The process comprises: PA1 (a) incorporating a protective agent in a suitable mounting medium in an amount sufficient to reduce fading of fluorescent reaction product less than 25% of initial fluorescent intensity; PA1 (b) calibrating photometer used in said microscopy with a stable emitter; and PA1 (c) recording the intensity of fluorescence of said fluorescent reaction product by means for measuring light intensity. The invention also includes a device for calibration of the photometer and a kit comprising separate containers for suitable mounting medium, buffer, suitable immunofluorescent reagents, fading retardant means, a photometer calibrating device and the like and optional instructions.

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