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Reaction system element and method for performing prothrombin time assay

US4849340A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 3, 1987
Grant dateJul 18, 1989
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Expiry dateApr 3, 2007

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S436/81
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An element and method for easily performing liquid assays are disclosed. The element uses capillary action to draw a predetermined volume of a liquid sample into a reaction chamber charged with reagent, where reaction between the liquid sample and the reagent is monitored.

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