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Urine cystine quantitation and supersaturation assay

US6991937B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 26, 2001
Grant dateJan 31, 2006
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Expiry dateMar 10, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T436/15
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method for measuring cystine supersaturation of a patient urine sample as an indicator of the patient's risk for cystine stone formation has been found. A method for collecting a patient urine sample for assessment of cystine concentration and cystine supersaturation has also been found.

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