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Disc assay device with inoculation pad and methods of use

US6174699A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 9, 1999
Grant dateJan 16, 2001
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Expiry dateMar 9, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12M33/04
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An assay device for detection and enumeration of microorganisms. The device includes absorbent discs on a substrate, an inoculation vehicle to inoculate the discs with sample and an optional coversheet. Methods of use are also disclosed.

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