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Method for rapid and sensitive detection of IgM retroviral antibodies

US5093230A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 5, 1989
Grant dateMar 3, 1992
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Expiry dateMay 5, 2009

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S436/811
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A rapid and sensitive assay method for the detection of IgM antibody or the simultaneous detection of IgG and IgM antibody to retroviruses, including HIV-1 and HIV-2, and diagnostic test kits for carrying out the method is provided. According to the method of the invention, results are obtainable within 70 minutes.

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