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Methods for conducting specific binding assays

US4868130A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 20, 1987
Grant dateSep 19, 1989
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Expiry dateFeb 20, 2007

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S436/824
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Methods and devices for separating bound label from unbound label within an assay mixture and for predispensing assay reactants in self-contained assay vessels, as well as a method for detecting the presence and/or amount of an analyte within a fluid sample, and a reusable detection vessel for use therein and with specific binding assays in general are disclosed. Significant to the separation of bound label from unbound label is the use of a cushion comprising generally one primary layer and in some cases one or more secondary layers.

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