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Method and element for assay of catechol and catechol generating substances

US5506116A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 21, 1993
Grant dateApr 9, 1996
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Expiry dateJan 21, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S435/97
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method and multilayer analytical element for the determination of catechol and catechol generating substances such as salicylate is described. A series of enzymatic conversions involving tyrosinase is used to convert catechol to o-quinone and the latter to convert a leuco dye to a colored dye.

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