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8182764 System and method for coding information on a biosensor test strip  
The present invention provides a test strip for measuring a concentration of an analyte of interest in a biological fluid, wherein the test strip may be encoded with information that can be read by...
8183051 Method and system for determining residual chlorine or chloramine concentration in solution by colorimetry  
A kit for determining residual chlorine or chloramine amount of a sample; comprising: a means for containing a PVA solution as an indicator, and another means for containing a reducing indicator....
8182763 Rack for sample tubes and reagent holders  
A rack for holding samples and various reagents, wherein the rack may be used for loading the samples and reagents prior to using the reagents. The rack accepts complementary reagent holders, each...
8183003 Polymer end group detection  
Provided herein are processes of detecting and quantifying the number of polymer end groups in a sample. In particular instances provided herein are processes of detecting.
8182744 Ultraviolet sanitization in pharmacy environments  
Systems and methods to reduce bioburden on at least a portion of a fluid transfer port include supplying a dose of radiation to the portion in optical communication with at least one source of...
8185317 Method and system of determining the stain quality of slides using scatter plot distribution  
Methods, systems, and computer software for determining the stain quality of a plurality of biological specimens. A number of objects of interest are identified in a biological specimen. A first...
RE43389 Vessel for blood sampling  
The present invention relates to a vessel for withdrawing blood, the vessel containing a solution which comprises a guanidinium salt, a buffer substance, a reducing agent, and/or a detergent as...
8178044 Liquid property detecting device  
A liquid property detecting device includes a switch portion switching an electrode to charge with a standard voltage generated by a generator, or discharge through a grounding. An operation signal...
8173379 Method of determining a concentration of analytes of interest in a sample  
A method of determining a concentration of analytes of interest in a sample reaction mixture is disclosed. The method can include measuring intensities of the polarized fluorescence of at least one...
8173436 Biosensor utilizing a resonator having a functionalized surface  
Systems and methods for detecting the presence of biomolecules in a sample using biosensors that incorporate resonators which have functionalized surfaces for reacting with target biomolecules. In...
8173080 Flow cells and manifolds having an electroosmotic pump  
A flows cell for use in a microfluidic detection system is provided. The flow cell includes a flows cell body having a channel that is configured to convey a solution through the flows cell body....
8173069 Ion analyzing apparatus and ion analyzing method  
An ion analyzing apparatus includes a sensor; a counter electrode having openings, the counter electrode being positioned so as to substantially surround the sensor; and a bias generating circuit...
8173380 Metering technique for lateral flow assay devices  
A diagnostic test kit for detecting an analyte residing in a test sample is provided. The kit employs a lateral flow device that contains a membrane. A metering channel is formed in the membrane...
8168137 Nestable, stackable pipette rack for nestable pipette tips  
The pipette rack comprises a plate, a peripheral base and a peripheral skirt. The plate has a first surface and defines an array of tip receptacles extending therethrough in a first direction...
8163239 Sample analyzer  
The sample analyzer comprises a transporting device for transporting a rack for holding a plurality of containers containing samples respectively and having a recording part in which identifying...
8163563 Devices and methods for removing target agents from a sample  
The invention provides devices, test kits and methods for removing target agents from a sample. The device contains one or more porous matrices having pore sizes larger than 10 μm, and a plurality ...
8163237 Vascular access device pathogenic status indication  
A vascular access device for communicating with the vascular system of a patient may include a status indicator. The status indicator may detect and signal that a pathogen is in communication with...
8163240 Detection device and system  
A detection device and system are provided. The detection device includes a detection capacitor and a Field Effect Transistor (FET). The detection capacitor has a reactive material layer reacting...
8163556 Method of cell culture observation, carbon substrate for cell culture observation, and method for manufacture thereof  
The invention provides a substrate suitable for cell culture observation and a method of observation using the same. Crystalline carbon such as a graphite powder is mixed into a thermosetting resin...
8163508 Methods for predicting pregnancy outcome in a subject by hCG assay  
The present invention provides a method of predicting pregnancy outcome in a subject by determining the amount of an early pregnancy associated molecular isoform of hCG in a sample. The present...
8158408 Diffraction-based diagnostic devices  
A biosensor includes a substrate with areas of active receptive material disposed thereon. The receptive material is specific for an analyte of interest. A pattern of the active areas is defined on...
8158064 Immunoassay assembly and methods of use  
The present invention relates to an improved system for efficiently and accurately performing immunoassays, such as ELISAs. The invention provides an immunoassay assembly which includes a...
8158081 Analyte monitoring devices  
Covers for covering an opening in an analyte meter, and meters that include the same are provided.
8158062 Disposable fluid sample collection device  
A fluid sampling device (100) that operates by a combination of capillary action to collect a small fluid sample, and by pressure differential when inserted into an analyzer (200) to expose the...
8158410 Recovery of rare cells using a microchannel apparatus with patterned posts  
A microflow apparatus for separating or isolating cells from a bodily fluid or other liquid sample uses a flow path where straight-line flow is interrupted by a pattern of transverse posts. The...
8154722 Sensor element structure, sensor element array, and manufacturing method of sensor element array  
Even when only a few antigens exist in a specimen, a change in a dielectric constant and a change in an optical spectrum accompanied thereto in the periphery of a conductive member are made larger,...
8153059 Chip-holder for a micro-fluidic chip  
A chip-holder for holding a micro-fluidic chip has a fixer for detachably fixing the micro-fluidic chip in the chip-holder and at least one process control device configured to support control or...
8153060 Automatic analyzer  
An automatic analyzer includes a B/F separator including a reaction vessel holding unit provided with magnets disposed around a reaction vessel held on the reaction vessel holding unit and a...
8155925 Disposable assay device with removables modules and remote data transfer system  
Disposable assay device, comprising a carrier having a first carrier part (3) with a respective sample-receiving area (w) for receiving a sample to be tested, and having at least a second carrier...
8153387 Method for immobilizing glycoprotein  
A method for immobilizing glycoprotein is disclosed. A surface is provided. Next, a boronic acid is contacted to the surface. The boronic acid is represented as Y—R—B—(OH)2 and includes a boron...
8148163 Sample processing units, systems, and related methods  
Sample processing units useful for mixing and purifying materials, such as fluidic materials are provided. A sample processing unit typically includes a container configured to contain a sample...
8147755 Drum type container for analytical elements  
A drum type container for analytical elements comprises a casing defining a compartment with a plurality of portions For receiving respective ones of the analytical elements. The container further...
8147754 Sample measuring apparatus and sample measuring method  
A sample measuring apparatus of measuring a component in a biological sample, comprising: an input section for inputting a sample species of a biological sample; a measurement sample preparation...
8148165 Apparatus and method for measuring concentration of carbon dioxide in water  
An apparatus for measuring the concentration of carbon dioxide in water that can correct a reduction in measurement accuracy based on deterioration of a pH indicator is provided. A carbon dioxide...
8137616 System for multi color real time PCR  
The invention is directed to a system for performing multi-color real time PCT, comprising a flexible real time PCT instrument and a specific composition or reaction mixture for performing...
8137623 Taste analyzing apparatus  
The present invention provides an apparatus for analyzing easily not only the overall taste of a sample but also what kind of components, synergetic effects and diminishing effects contribute to...
8137617 Thin film heater and analytical instrument  
The present invention relates to a thin film heater (2) including a thin film heat-producing resistor, and a first and a second thin film electrodes (22, 24) electrically connected to the thin film...
8133451 Sample preparation apparatus  
A capture and purification apparatus is configured as a stand-alone apparatus or as part of a larger system. The capture and purification apparatus can be configured as a microfluidic cartridge...
8133454 Biological material fixed region enclosing tip, biological material fixed region treatment apparatus, and treatment method thereof  
A biological material fixed region enclosing tip, a biological material fixed region treatment apparatus, and a treatment method thereof. An object is to enable processing to be performed while a...
8129189 Finite and multiple sterilization indication method for devices  
The present invention relates to an indicator of sterilization and/or use, which may be affixed to or integrated in a limited use device. The indicator may include a plurality of layers wherein...
8124362 Nonseparation assay methods  
Assay methods are disclosed involving specific binding reactions which are simplified compared to known methods. A compound capable of producing chemiluminescence is immobilized on a solid support...
8124028 Automated liquid handling device and associated assay unit  
The present invention provides a novel system for efficiently and accurately analyzing targets in samples and for preparing samples for analysis with various analytical methods. A version of the...
8124422 Sample collection system and method  
An apparatus or method for removing water and concentrating an analyte in solution, wherein the concentrated analyte sample is delivered directly to a vial, such as an autosampler vial that is...
8119079 Microfluidic apparatus having fluid container  
A microfluidic apparatus having a substrate including a channel through which a fluid is conveyed, a fluid container in which at least one kind of fluid is accommodated and which is disposed on the...
8119419 Check valve-less fluid-transfer collection assembly and method of using the same  
A method of using a fluid transfer collection assembly includes providing an assembly including a base, a test media carried by the base, an inlet for receiving a sample fluid, an outlet, a fluid...
8119358 Diabetes-related biomarkers and methods of use thereof  
The invention describes biomarkers which can be used to predict the likelihood that an individual will develop Diabetes. The biomarkers can also be used to screen large groups in order to identify...
8114615 Method for automated tissue analysis  
The invention provides an improved method for identifying and interpreting tissue specimens and/or cells derived from tissue specimens. A panel of cell-based reagents provides a number of readouts...
8112229 Method for determining the order of execution of assays of a sample in a laboratory automation system  
A method for arranging assays in an order for execution in a system that employs a plurality of clinical analyzers, typically automated clinical analyzers. The method comprises the steps of (a)...
8110365 Compositions and methods for detecting and treating renal injury and inflammation  
Renal injury and inflammation is diagnosed by detecting an elevation in GSK3b level or activity. Inflammation of bodily tissues such as renal tissue is inhibited by administration of GSK3b...
8110349 Method for producing biomolecule diagnostic devices  
A biosensor includes a substrate member with a pattern of active areas of receptive material and a pattern of blocking material layers. The receptive material and blocking material are attached to...