Device for performing timed assay by electrical resistance change

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PATENT NO 5554531
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08512134

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Assays for liquid analytes are performed on a bibulous matrix containing dried reagents which produce a visibly detectable reaction product. Application of liquid sample to the bibulous matrix is detected by measuring a drop in resistance across the matrix. A preferred test article for performing the method includes the matrix and a pair of spaced-apart electrodes in electrical contact with a reaction zone on the matrix. The test article is used in combination with a detection unit having means for probing the electrodes to determine when electrical resistance in the matrix has decreased. The assay methods and apparatus are particularly useful for performing enzyme assays where signal developed as a function of time is critical.

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  • BECKMAN COULTER, INC.

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Zweig, Stephen E Los Gatos, CA 3 104

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