System and method for the detection of allergens
US9970942B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 4, 2012 |
| Grant date | May 15, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 4, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2800/24
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and systems for detecting allergens using mass spectrometry are provided herein. In some aspects, a sample can be screened for the presence or quantity of ovalbumin, lysozyme, casein (isoform S1 and S2), lactoglobulin, high and low glutens, wheat, rye, oats, barley, mustard, sesame, and various types of nuts including macadamia, pistachio, brazil, walnuts, peanuts and hazelnuts by detecting one or more peptides specific to the allergen of interest using selected MRM transitions.
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