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Interference-eliminating membranes, test strips, kits and methods for use in uric acid assay

US6699720B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 26, 2000
Grant dateMar 2, 2004
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Expiry dateMay 26, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T436/25125
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention relates to an interference-eliminating membrane for use in detecting uric acid in a sample, comprising a compound for inhibiting or shading uric acid interfering substances, or derivatives thereof, and a carrier having an absorption property and permeability for the sample; and a process for preparing the interference-eliminating membrane.The present invention also provides a test strip for use in detecting uric acid in a sample, comprising a reagent reaction layer or optional interference-eliminating membranes and/or support layers; and a kit comprising the test strip of the invention.

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