Test kit and method for detecting bacteriophage
US9376704B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 7, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jun 28, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 27, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2333/938
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Phages can be detected as rapid indicators of the hygienic quality of a sample. Both continuous flow methods and devices, single sample methods and devices, of various volumes, can be used. Single samples may be tested by single or multi-step testing methods. Test kits can be provided in easy-to-use formats. Certain phages, such as coliphage, are useful as indicators of fecal contamination.
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