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Method for detecting microorganisms

US5217876A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 7, 1992
Grant dateJun 8, 1993
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Expiry dateApr 7, 2012

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S435/808
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An instrument and a sealable, sterilizable vessel for detecting the presence of microorganisms in a specimen, the vessel containing a liquid culture medium and a sensor means with an indicator medium therein. Changes in the indicator medium resulting from pH change or change in CO.sub.2 concentration in the medium are detected from outside the vessel.

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