Self-scoring method and apparatus for early self-screening of neurological disease
US6957038B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 29, 2003 |
| Grant date | Oct 18, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 29, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG09B3/00
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A self-administered and self-scoring test kit and method for early self-screening of neurological disease, by detection of diminished olfactory function. The test kit is comprised of a plurality of pages; attached to each page (28) via adhesive is a microencapsulated strip (36) that, when scratched, releases a different, distinct odor. The test kit has instructions that provide for self-administration (33) and self-scoring (46) of the test, and identification of a threshold score (48) as a self-screening method for possible neurological disease and need to consult a physician.
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