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Methods, devices, kits and compositions for detecting roundworm

US7993862B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 18, 2009
Grant dateAug 9, 2011
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Expiry dateMay 18, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N33/5308
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Methods, devices, kits and compositions for detecting the presence or absence of roundworm in a mammalian sample are disclosed herein. The methods, devices, kits and compositions of the present invention may be used to confirm the presence or absence of roundworm in a fecal sample from a mammal that may also be infected with one or more of hookworm, whipworm, and heartworm. Confirmation of the presence or absence of roundworm in the mammal may be made, for example, for the purpose of selecting an optimal course of treating the mammal and/or for the purpose of determining whether the mammal has been rid of the infection after treatment has been initiated.

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