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7622259 Detection of von-Willebrand factor (vWF) activity  
The present invention relates to a method for detecting von-Willebrand factor (vWF) activity comprising assaying a sample in the presence of a soluble form or portion of glycoprotein Ib(α)...
7619733 Fluorescence detection apparatus  
Fluorescence detection apparatus detects fluorescence from a fluorescent object. The apparatus includes a light source configured to irradiate the fluorescent object with light, a shutter...
7618792 Multiplexed detection of anti-red cell alloantibodies  
Disclosed are methods for detecting antibody in a sample, where the antibody targets an antigen expressed by red blood cells or red blood cell ghosts. Rather than detecting the binding events...
7618587 Analyzers and methods of analyzing blood  
Analyzers and methods of analysis are described for performing blood cell counting and immunoassay on a whole blood specimen in one measurement section. An assay sample is prepared by blending...
7615376 Masking background fluorescence and luminescence in the optical analysis of biomedical assays  
In a process for the quantitative optical analysis of fluorescently labelled biological cells 5 , a cell layer on a transparent support at the bottom 2 of a reaction vessel 1 is in contact...
7615369 Reconfigurable protein patterning using electrowetting microelectrodes  
A protein patterning electrode device consisting of capacitor microelectrode arrays coated with a protein non-adherent layer is provided. Operation of the electrode is based on a phenomenon called...
7611909 Near infrared chemiluminescent acridinium compounds and uses thereof  
A method for the detection or quantitation of unlabeled target analyte in a biological sample, the method comprising labeling a target analyte for a biological sample suspected of containing...
7611907 Nano-sized optical fluorescence labels and uses thereof  
A composition is disclosed which is capable of being used for detection, comprising an encapsulated noble metal nanocluster. Methods for preparing the encapsulated noble metal nanoclusters, and...
7611853 Assay to screen for anti-malarials  
Malarial parasite Plasmodium falciparum is responsible for the most severe form of malaria in humans, causing about 2 million deaths every year. Lack of effective vaccines and emergence of...
7611844 Methods for detecting asymmetric dimethylarginine in a biological sample  
The present invention provides methods of detecting asymmetric dimethylarginine (ADMA) in a sample, particularly a sample that may contain symmetrical dimethylarginine (SDMA) and/or arginine. The...
7608465 Multi-analyte diagnostic test for thyroid disorders  
Immunological assays for several biological markers for thyroid disorders in a biological sample are performed in a single test with a combination of sandwich-type, sequential competitive, and...
7608463 Enhanced waveguide and method  
An optical assay apparatus having an optical filter, an optical sensor with a light ray redirection portion and an assay sensing portion, and a filter to block certain wavelengths of excitation...
7608462 Drying SPE cartridges  
A method for spectrometric investigation of a plurality of samples dissolved in a solvent comprises: (a) guiding a first solvent with a sample through an SPE cartridge for concentrating the sample...
7608460 Fluorescent pH detector system and related methods  
Fluorescent pH detector and methods for measuring pH using the fluorescent pH detector.
7608414 Method for diagnosing and prognosing inflammatory bowel disease and crohn's disease  
Disclosed are methods for diagnosing and prognosing Inflammatory Bowel disease or Crohn's disease (CD) by measuring levels of antibodies to glycans in a biological sample.
7604946 Methods for the assay of troponin I and T and complexes of troponin I and T and selection of antibodies for use in immunoassays  
Assay systems and specialized antibodies for the detection and quantitation of troponin I and troponin T in body fluids as an indicator of myocardial infarction. Since troponin I and T exist in...
7601539 Standard material for particle analyzer  
A standard material that is used for judging an abnormal portion in a particle analyzer is described. The standard material comprises first standard particles to be fluorescence-stained by a...
7599060 Optical scanning configurations, systems, and methods involving at least one actuator for scanning a scan head  
An optical system includes a sample substrate having a surface, the surface defining a 2-dimensional sample plane. The system includes an excitation source configured to provide excitation light to...
7598088 Optical imaging method and system for characterization and mapping of tissue lesions  
The present invention provides a method and an apparatus for the in vivo, non-invasive, early detection of alterations and mapping of the grade of these alterations, caused in the biochemical...
7598087 Protein imprinted polymers with integrated emission sites  
This invention provides protein or polypeptide imprinted polymers with integrated emission sites (PIPIES) for detecting the presence of a protein or polypeptide analyte comprising templated sites...
7595473 Method and system of array imaging  
The present invention relates to a method and system of array imaging that extends or maximizes the longevity of the sensor array by minimizing the effects of photobleaching. The imaging system has...
7595202 Analysis method using reporter (label) intermolecular interaction  
The present invention provides a method for controlling the spatial arrangement of an energy donor and an energy acceptor in a reaction complex in order to carry out the measurement with good...
7595197 Automated sample analysis  
Samples of materials used in industrial processes are analyzed to determine the concentration of certain materials of interest. The quantitative analysis of samples for these materials is provided...
7592184 Ammonia detection and measurement device  
There is disclosed an apparatus and method for detecting and measuring volatile acidic or basic components including ammonia, ammonium, or volatile amines (compound) in a gas or liquid state fluid....
7592150 Method for diagnosing diseases based on levels of anti-glycan antibodies  
Disclosed are methods for diagnosing Crohn's disease (CD) or anti-phospholipid syndrome by measuring levels of antibodies to glycans in a biological sample.
7588905 Identification and monitoring of systemic lupus erythematosus  
A method for identifying or monitoring SLE in an individual is provided. The method includes quantitating complement component C4d on the surfaces of platelets and comparing the amounts of C4d to...
7585681 Method for evaluating binder distribution on a surface  
A method and apparatus for determining binder distribution on a sample in which a selected sample is contacted with a transfer medium in a manner such that at least 15% of any fluorescing binder...
7585640 Diagnosing and monitoring inflammatory diseases by measuring complement components on white blood cells  
The invention is related to methods of diagnosing inflammatory diseases or conditions by determining levels of components of the complement pathway on the surface of white blood cells.
7582483 Method of detecting viable cells  
A method of detecting and quantifying viable cells in a sample. The method includes fluorescently staining the cells by adding a fluorescent dye into the sample or putting the sample in contact...
7582282 Methods for optimizing clinical responsiveness to methotrexate therapy using metabolite profiling and pharmacogenetics  
The present invention provides methods for optimizing clinical responsiveness to chemotherapy in an individual through genotypic analysis of polymorphisms in at least one gene. The methods of the...
7575934 Oriented magnetic particle-fluorescence detectable moiety compositions and methods of making and using the same  
Compositions and methods relating to magnetic particles comprising one or more fluorescence detectable moieties positioned asymmetrically with respect to the magnetic pole regions of the particles...
7575890 Method for rapid detection and evaluation of cultured cell growth  
Provided is a method and system for the rapid and accurate detection of growth and metabolism of a cellular microorganism in a population of microorganisms in a non-liquid, culture medium. Further...
7572640 Method for highly sensitive detection of single protein molecules labeled with fluorescent moieties  
Disclosed are methods, kits, and compositions for the highly sensitive detection of molecules. The methods, kits, and compositions are useful in determining concentrations of molecules in samples...
7569395 Method and apparatus for measuring oxygen concentration  
An apparatus and non-invasive method of measuring oxygen by exciting a luminescent compound disposed in a container and then measuring the intensity of the light emitted by the excited luminescent...
7566549 Immunoassay for LSD and 2-oxo-3-hydroxy-LSD  
The present invention provides hapten derivatives useful for the preparation of antigens, antibodies and reagents for use in immunoassays for the detection of LSD and 2-oxo-3-hydroxy LSD. In the...
7566544 Difference detection methods using matched multiple dyes  
A process and a kit are provided for detecting differences in two or more samples of protein, including proteins bearing post-translational modifications and peptides. Proteins are prepared, for...
7563902 Chemiluminescent compounds and their use  
The present invention relates to novel chemiluminescent compounds, to a method for synthesizing these compounds, to derivatives and conjugates comprising these compounds, to the use of these...
7563584 Methods and compositions for detecting the activation state of multiple proteins in single cells  
The invention provides methods and compositions for simultaneously detecting the activation state of a plurality of proteins in single cells using flow cytometry. The invention further provides...
7560284 Fine particles containing rare earth element and fluorescent probe using the same  
Fine particles whose excitation light is not UV light or the like which has negative effects on a subject to be analyzed. The excitation light is emitted stably, and has excellent light emitting...
7560243 White blood cell functional assay  
A method of rapidly assaying nucleotide receptor P2X 7 pore activity in white blood cells contained within a blood sample. A method according to the invention includes the steps of: (a) labeling...
7556932 Particle based homogeneous assays using capillary electrophoresis with laser-induced fluorescence detection  
The invention provides highly sensitive and rapid homogeneous assays which employ particle-enhanced assay formats in concert with capillary electrophoresis and laser-induced fluorescence (LIF)...
7556773 Analyzer device and method  
An analyzer for oxidizing and measuring samples containing some liquid comprising: a reactor vessel; a sample pump; a base pump connected to a base reservoir; an ozone generator adapted to create...
7556772 Liquid analyser  
A liquid analyser has a reactor portion and an associated measurement portion. A sample pump is operable to deliver a liquid sample to a reactor vessel. A base pump supplys a base solution to the...
7553675 Diagnostic assay device having an apparent non-signal line  
A test device and method for determining the presence or absence of one or more analytes in a fluid sample, the test device including a support or member bearing a mark thereon, and a matrix or...
7553453 Assay implementation in a microfluidic format  
An assay implementation in a microfluidic format in a cartridge relating to a point-of-care instrument platform for monitoring and diagnosing infectious diseases (e.g., AIDS and malaria). The...
7553448 Electrochemiluminescence flow cell and flow cell components  
An electrochemiluminescence cell comprising an electrode capable of inducing an electrochemiluminescence-active species to electrochemiluminesce. The electrode is preferably made of rhodium,...
7550267 Microscale diffusion immunoassay utilizing multivalent reactants  
An improved microscale diffusion immunoassay utilizing multivalent reactants is disclosed. In particular, a method for detecting the presence of analyte particles in an analyte fluid is disclosed,...
7547556 Methods for filing a sample array by droplet dragging  
A method and an array filling system for loading a plurality of disparate sample containers, the sample containers comprising an integral structure. Each receptacle is characterized by a...
7547441 PAI-2 conjugates for the treatment and imaging of cancer  
A method is described for detecting, visualizing, or treating cells, particularly cancerous cells, that express a uPA/uPAR complex. The method employs a PAI-2 conjugate molecule that comprises...
7544513 Hemoglobin assay for neonatal screening  
The present invention provides an assay, suitable for neonatal screening of hemoglobinopathies by quantitatively determining the presence of at least one pair of hemoglobin (Hb) variants,...