Process for trapping and confining microorganisms in air using water-soluble polymers
US7384762B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 23, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jun 10, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 23, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2001/2826
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A process for trapping and confining microorganisms in air using water-soluble polymers is disclosed. The water-soluble polymers are readily soluble in water or a physiological diluent, have reasonable mechanical strength so that they can be transported without rupture, retain water and adhere to microorganisms. A process for the rapid and sensitive detection of microorganisms in air under aseptic conditions is also disclosed.
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