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27-10-2007 дата публикации

СВЯЗЫВАНИЕ ПАТОЛОГИЧЕСКИХ ФОРМ ПРИОНОВЫХ БЕЛКОВ

Номер: RU2309410C2

Настоящее изобретение относится к диагностическим методам. Способ селективного связывания агрегирующей аномальной формы белка в присутствии неагрегирующей нормальной формы этого белка предусматривает контактирование в условиях селективного связывания материала, содержащего как указанную аномальную, так и нормальную формы, со связывающим агентом. Причем связывающий агент является полиионным материалом, имеющим авидность связывания в отношении указанной агрегирующей формы указанного белка, присутствующей в образце. Условия селективного связывания включают в себя присутствие конкурентного агента в растворе. Конкурентный агент имеет ионные группы, имеющие меньшую авидность связывания в отношении аномальной формы этого белка, чем связывающий агент. Вышеуказанное связывание определяют качественно или количественно путем проведения иммуноанализа на агрегирующую форму белка. Связывающим агентом могут служить полианионные материалы (полисульфат пентозана, сульфат декстрана и др.) или поликатионные ...

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27-10-2013 дата публикации

КОНТЕЙНЕР БИОДАТЧИКА С НАРУШЕННЫМ ПОЛНЫМ ВНУТРЕННИМ ОТРАЖЕНИЕМ

Номер: RU2497100C2

Изобретение относится к биодатчику для обнаружения конкретной молекулы внутри анализируемого вещества. Контейнер (11) биодатчика содержит нижнюю часть (1) с углублением (2), приспособленным для размещения жидкого образца, и покрывающую часть (3) для закрывания упомянутого углубления (2). Углубление (2) содержит поверхность (4) датчика. Нижняя часть (1) приспособлена, чтобы допускать проникновение света вдоль первой оптической траектории (5) для его отражения от поверхности (4) датчика и выход вдоль второй оптической траектории (6). Изобретение обеспечивает точность определения количества конкретных молекул в образце. 2 н. и 13 з.п. ф-лы, 4 ил.

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10-12-1999 дата публикации

СПОСОБ И УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ПЕРЕНОСА МАГНИТНЫХ ЧАСТИЦ

Номер: RU2142631C1
Принадлежит: Лабсистемз Ой (FI)

Изобретение относится к отделению магнитных частиц от содержащей их смеси и переносу их в жидкость и преимущественно может быть использовано в биотехнологии, биохимии и биомедицине. Магнитное средство в виде стержня с отношением длины к толщине, составляющем предпочтительно 3:1, имеющего заостренный концевой участок, вводят в смесь. Собирают магнитные частицы из смеси на концевом участке стержня, извлекают его вместе с частицами из смеси, погружают нижнюю часть стержня в сосуд с жидкостью и освобождают магнитные частицы при отведении магнитного средства от нижней части устройства. Изобретение решает задачу удобного и эффективного сбора магнитных частиц, содержащихся внутри большого сосуда, с последующим переносом этих частиц в сосуд очень малого объема. 2 с. и 9 з. п.ф-лы, 4 ил.

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10-12-1999 дата публикации

ДВУХСТАДИЙНЫЙ СПОСОБ ОТДЕЛЕНИЯ ЧАСТИЦ И УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ЕГО ОСУЩЕСТВЛЕНИЯ

Номер: RU2142632C1
Принадлежит: Лабсистемз Ой (FI)

Изобретение предназначено для отделения магнитных частиц от содержащей их смеси. В сосуд со смесью вводят компонент для отделения частиц, формируют внутри сосуда магнитное поле для вытягивания частиц на отделяющую поверхность компонента, осуществляют сбор частиц с отделяющего компонента на оконечность собирающего компонента, которая имеет форму острия, путем приложения второго магнитного поля с максимальной напряженностью на острие, а затем осуществляют перенос частиц во второй сосуд и вводят в контакт с отделяющей поверхностью. Изобретение решает задачу эффективного переноса частиц из большого объема в малый. 2 с. и 11 з.п. ф-лы, 5 ил.

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20-04-2005 дата публикации

СПОСОБ ОБНАРУЖЕНИЯ АНАЛИЗИРУЕМОГО(ЫХ) ВЕЩЕСТВА(ВЕЩЕСТВ) ПРИ ПОМОЩИ КОЛЛОИДНЫХ МАГНИТНЫХ ЧАСТИЦ

Номер: RU2004118490A
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... 1. Способ обнаружения и/или количественного определения, по меньшей мере, одного анализируемого вещества в жидкой среде, характеризующийся тем, что в нем используют магнитные коллоидные частицы, функционализированные по поверхности, по меньшей мере, одним специфическим лигандом подлежащего обнаружению и/или количественному определению анализируемого вещества, и тем, что он содержит следующие этапы: 1) соединение указанных частиц с указанной анализируемой средой; 2) воздействие на указанную среду магнитным полем, имеющим магнитную индукцию, достаточную для структурирования указанных магнитных частиц в виде цепочек; 3) поддержание воздействия этого магнитного поля в течение времени, достаточного для обеспечения связывания или взаимодействия рассматриваемого анализируемого вещества, по меньшей мере, с двумя специфическими лигандами, присутствующими соответственно на двух последовательных соседних частицах цепочки; 4) прекращение воздействия магнитным полем; и 5) определение присутствия и/или ...

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27-10-2016 дата публикации

ИЗМЕРИТЕЛЬНОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО И СПОСОБ ОТБОРА ОБРАЗЦОВ

Номер: RU2015112284A
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... 1. Способ отбора образцов, при этом способ содержит этапы, на которыхa. добавляют образец в камеру, в которой обеспечены магнитные частицы, при этом образец содержит целевой компонент, и камера имеет поверхность обнаружения;b. прикладывают силу магнитного поля к магнитным частицам, чтобы притянуть магнитные частицы к поверхности обнаружения, при этом связанные магнитные частицы, которые захватывают целевой компонент в магнитных частицах, удерживаются на поверхности обнаружения, и несвязанные магнитные частицы, которые не захватывают целевой компонент в магнитных частицах, также удерживаются на поверхности обнаружения;c. сбрасывают по меньшей мере часть образца из камеры и затем добавляют новый образец в камеру;d. изменяют силу магнитного поля, прилагаемого к магнитным частицам, чтобы высвободить несвязанные магнитные частицы с поверхности обнаружения;e. повторяют этапы b-d в течение определенного числа циклов, при этом перед этапом приложения этап b дополнительно содержит этап, на которомсмешивают ...

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10-11-2012 дата публикации

УЛУЧШЕННЫЕ СПОСОБЫ РНК-ДИСПЛЕЯ

Номер: RU2011117210A
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... 1. Способ скрининга библиотеки РНК-дисплея scFv-антител, где способ включает стадии: ! (a) предоставления сшитой с пуромицином или его аналогом молекулы мРНК одноцепочечной Fv (scFv), причем указанная молекула содержит мРНК, кодирующую 5'-scFv и 3'-спейсерную последовательность, и сшита с линкером из одноцепочечной нуклеиновой кислоты, причем линкер содержит пуромицин или его аналог на 3'-конце и псорален C6 на 5'-конце; ! (b) трансляции in vitro сшитой с пуромицином мРНК scFv в присутствии метки при условиях, при которых образуется меченая сшитая с пуромицином молекула мРНК scFv/белок; ! (c) очистки меченой сшитой с пуромицином молекулы мРНК scFv/белок; ! (d) подвергания меченой сшитой с пуромицином молекулы мРНК scFv/белок набору антигенов, по меньшей мере, с одним антигеном; и ! (e) выделения очищенной меченой сшитой с пуромицином молекулы мРНК scFv/белок с использованием основанных на аффинности магнитных гранул. ! 2. Способ по п.1, дополнительно включающий стадию (g) обратной транскрипции ...

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27-11-2014 дата публикации

СИСТЕМА (ВАРИАНТЫ) И СПОСОБ ДЕТЕКТИРОВАНИЯ НАЛИЧИЯ АНАЛИТА В ЖИДКОМ ОБРАЗЦЕ

Номер: RU2013112118A
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... 1. Способ детектирования наличия аналита в жидком образце, включающий:(a) контактирование раствора с магнитными частицами для получения жидкого образца, содержащего от 1×10до 1×10магнитных частиц на миллилитр жидкого образца, в котором магнитные частицы имеют средний диаметр в интервале от 150 нм до 950 нм, значение релаксивности Tна одну частицу, составляющее от 1×10до 1×10ммольс, и имеют связывающие остатки на своей поверхности, причем данные связывающие остатки действуют, изменяя агрегацию магнитных частиц в присутствии аналита;(b) помещение жидкого образца в устройство, содержащее (i) подложку, имеющую углубление для удерживания жидкого образца, содержащего магнитные частицы и аналит, РЧ катушку, расположенную вокруг данного углубления, причем данная РЧ катушка настроена на детектирование сигнала, испускаемого при подвергании жидкого образца воздействию подмагничивающего поля, создаваемого с использованием одного или более магнитов, и последовательности РЧ импульсов, и, необязательно ...

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27-12-2015 дата публикации

ДЛИННЫЕ ЖЕСТКИЕ СПЕЙСЕРЫ ДЛЯ УЛУЧШЕНИЯ КИНЕТИКИ СВЯЗЫВАНИЯ В ИММУНОАНАЛИЗАХ

Номер: RU2014124190A
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... 1. Устройство для детектирования молекулы-мишени в образце, содержащее:(a) контейнер для образцов для количественного определения молекулы-мишени в образце,(b) первую частицу, где указанная первая частица функционализирована первой связывающей молекулой, способной к специфическому связыванию с указанной молекулой-мишенью, и(c) поверхностную структуру, содержащую вторую связывающую молекулу, где указанная поверхностная структура покрывает плоский сенсор или присутствует на второй частице,где указанная первая частица способна к связыванию указанной второй связывающей молекулы поверхностной структуры напрямую или ненапрямую; где указанная первая и/или вторая связывающая молекула присоединена к поверхности частицы указанной первой и/или второй частицы и/или поверхности плоского сенсора посредством длинной и жесткой линкерной молекулы; где длина и консистенция указанной линкерной молекулы выбраны так, чтобы в результате была получена средняя протяженность удлинения указанного линкера более 60 ...

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22-11-1990 дата публикации

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11-02-1999 дата публикации

Magnetstift zur Konzentrierung und Separierung von Partikeln

Номер: DE0019730497A1
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The invention relates to a magnetic pin (8, 22) for concentrating particles, containing (a) a grip adapter (2, 14), (b) a connecting pin (4, 16) with dents (3, 15), (c) at least one magnet (7, 20) and (d) a sheath (5, 18).

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DETEKTION VON ZIRKULIERENDEN ENDOTHELZELLEN

Номер: DE602007008080D1

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03-01-2013 дата публикации

Verfahren zur Bildgebung mittels magnetischer Kleinstpartikel sowie Vorrichtung hierfür

Номер: DE102010013900B4

Verfahren zur Bildgebung aus einer Verteilung magnetischer Kleinstpartikel, wobei mittels eines um eine Längsachse (z) rotierenden äußeren Magnetfelds geeigneter Feldstärke und Rotationsfrequenz die Magnetisierungen der Kleinstpartikel in eine zum äußeren Magnetfeld asynchrone Rotation versetzt werden, wodurch sich für ein Partikelensemble eine von der Feldstärke abhängige asynchrone mittlere Rotationsfrequenz ergibt, mittels eines magnetischen Gradientenfelds der asynchronen mittleren Rotationsfrequenz jeweiliger Partikelensemble eine Ortsabhängigkeit aufgeprägt wird, die Frequenzanteile der superpositionierten Quermagnetisierung (MQ) des Partikelensembles gemessen werden und mittels der Frequenzanteile eine ortsaufgelöste Verteilung der Quermagnetisierung (MQ) der Kleinstpartikel ermittelt und ausgegeben wird.

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Intracellular cell selection

Номер: GB0201402068D0
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Sandwich assay

Номер: GB0002464183A
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An assay for detecting a detectable species comprising forming a complex between an analyte and a capture species, wherein said capture species is immobilized on a magnetic particle; contacting said complex with a detectable species which specifically binds to said analyte thereby forming an immobilized complex; transferring said immobilized complex to another vessel free of said detectable species; eluting said detectable species from said immobilized complex and detecting said detectable species. Also claimed is a dataset from an assay comprising at least one data point corresponding to a signal from an analyte collected from an assay.

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02-12-1981 дата публикации

Method for detecting mycobacteria in a fluid or tissue

Номер: GB0002076406A
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A method for detecting the presence of Mycobacteria in a fluid or tissue which comprises mixing the fluid or tissue containing a secretory product of Mycobacteria with a complex of a tracer-containing molecule and a binding macromolecule having reversible binding affinity for the tracer-containing molecule and detecting the tracer-containing molecule, wherein the tracer-containing molecule is a charcoal-adsorbable protein from Mycobacterium tuberculosis which has a molecular weight of 20,000-30,000 and which is immunochemically stable from 4 DEG 0 C. to 250 DEG C. and has a pH range from 3.0 to 9.0. The method is particularly applicable to the detection of infectious tuberculosis in humans and determining the antibiotic sensitivity of infecting Mycobacteria.

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Binding a target substance

Номер: GB0000215185D0
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Magnetic assay reagents

Номер: GB0002152664A
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The invention provides a method of assaying a ligand in a sample by means of contacting the sample with homogeneous colloidal magnetic particles having a reagent immobilised thereon, forming an immobilised complex on the said colloidal magnetic particles, and subsequently separating the colloidal magnetic particles and immobilised complex from the assay medium. Mechanical agitation of the assay medium is unnecessary.

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Immobilised-bead immunomultiplex assay

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HAPTEN LINKING

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A method of isolating exosomes

Номер: GB0201917698D0
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System and method for gene detection

Номер: GB0201818610D0
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Method for detecting molecular interactions

Номер: AP0201306701A0
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Capture of mycobacteria like micro-organisms

Номер: AP0200904890D0
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Номер: AP0000003322A
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Номер: AT0000386936T
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Номер: AT0000431553T
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Номер: AT0000459423T
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PROCEDURE FOR THE PROOF OF BIOLOGICAL ORGANISMS OF MEANS RAM ON DISPERSION

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GERÄT UND VERFAHREN ZUR ANWENDUNG DER DURCH MAGNETISCHE FELDVARIATION MODULIERTEN RINGSTROMINDUKTION IN ELEKTRISCH LEITFÄHIGEN NANO-PARTIKELN ZUR MECHANISCHEN EINWIRKUNG AUF ZELLULÄRE MEMBRANEN

Номер: AT0000508394A1
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15-07-2011 дата публикации

SENSORS ON WATER RELAXATION BASIS

Номер: AT0000515711T
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PROCEDURE FOR THE DETERMINATION OF A ANALYTEN

Номер: AT0000145480T
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15-01-1994 дата публикации

PROCEDURE FOR THE AUTOMATIC TREATMENT OF MAGNETIC FIXED PHASE REAGENTS.

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15-07-1993 дата публикации

PROCEDURE AND DEVICES FOR THE EXECUTION OF INVESTIGATIONS.

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15-11-2006 дата публикации

DEVICE AND PROCEDURE FOR TREATING MAGNETIC PARTICLES

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15-01-2007 дата публикации

MAGNETIC IN SITU DILUTIONSVERFAHREN

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15-11-2002 дата публикации

MAGNET PIN FOR CONCENTRATION AND SEPARATION OF PARTICLES

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15-02-2002 дата публикации

ANALYTICAL DEVICE WITH A DEVICE FOR SEPARATING MAGNETIC MICRO PARTICLES

Номер: AT0000212723T
Автор: KNOBEL ROLF, KNOBEL, ROLF
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02-05-2019 дата публикации

Magnetic tool and method of collecting magnetic particles using same

Номер: AU2017326760A1
Принадлежит: Griffith Hack

A magnetic tool (10) has a probe (12) made of a material having very high permeability and a magnetic field source (14). The magnetic tool (10) has a body (18) which supports the probe (12) and the magnetic field source (14). The source (14) can be moved move within the body 18/cylinder (20). The probe (12) is in the form of a mu-metal needle formed with a sharpened point at its tip (16) and having an opposite end (26) embedded or otherwise fixed in the body (18). Therefore the tip (16) is at a fixed distance from the end of the body (18). The tool (10) is arranged to vary magnetic coupling between the magnetic field source (14) and the probe (12) between a maximum when the source (14) contacts the end (26) of the probe (12) and a minimum when the source is moved away from the probe (16).

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16-05-2019 дата публикации

Fluidic system and related methods

Номер: AU2017330438A1
Принадлежит: Davies Collison Cave Pty Ltd

Fluidic systems including cartridges with modular components (cassettes) and/or microfluidic channels for performing chemical and/or biological analyses are provided. The systems described herein include a cartridge comprising, in some embodiments, a frame, one or more cassettes which may be inserted into the frame, and a channel system for transporting fluids. In certain embodiments, the one or more cassettes comprise one or more reservoirs or vessels configured to contain and/or receive a fluid (e.g., a stored reagent, a sample). In some cases, the stored reagent may include one or more lyospheres. The systems and methods described herein may be useful for performing chemical and/or biological reactions including polymerase chain reactions (PCR) such as those performed within a laboratory, clinical (e.g., hospital), or research setting.

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12-03-1992 дата публикации

MAGNETIC SEPARATION DEVICE AND METHODS FOR USE IN HETEROGENEOUS ASSAYS

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11-06-2020 дата публикации

Methods for cell enrichment and isolation

Номер: AU2018376657A1
Принадлежит: Davies Collison Cave Pty Ltd

Disclosed is a method of bioprocessing includes the steps of combining a suspension comprising a population of cells with magnetic beads to form a population of bead-bound cells in the suspension, isolating the population of bead-bound cells on a magnetic isolation column, and collecting target cells from the population of cells. Collecting the target cells includes dislodging bead-bound cells from the isolation column with an air plug. Also disclosed is a system including magnetic field generator, a magnetic cell isolation holder,a disposable fluidic kit and related methods of their use.

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28-07-2016 дата публикации

Magnetic beads for reducing leukocyte interference in immunoassays

Номер: AU2011267872B2
Принадлежит: Madderns Patent & Trade Mark Attorneys

Methods and devices for reducing interference from leukocytes in an analyte immunoassay are provided. In one embodiment, a method is provided comprising the steps of amending a biological sample with magnetic sacrificial beads opsonized to leukocytes, binding leukocytes in the sample to the magnetic sacrificial beads, and magnetically retaining the beads out of contact from an immunosensor.

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20-12-2012 дата публикации

Capture of mycobacteria like micro-organisms

Номер: AU2007327687B2
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A method for the capture from a sample of micro-organisms having a hydrophobic surface such as mycobacteria, including ...

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10-09-2004 дата публикации

Dry chemistry, lateral flow-reconstituted chromatographic enzyme-driven assays

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18-09-2014 дата публикации

Method for detecting molecular interactions

Номер: AU2011273229B2
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The present invention relates to a method for detecting molecular interactions in a solution. In particular, the present invention relates to a method for detecting interactions between two substances that are likely to interact with one another. The present invention can be used in particular in the field of scientific research and in the field of medical analysis.

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14-08-2001 дата публикации

High efficiency magnetic sensor for magnetic particles

Номер: AU0006751400A
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18-09-1998 дата публикации

Fractional cell sorter

Номер: AU0006337698A
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15-04-1992 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR MAGNETIC SEPARATION

Номер: AU0008548591A
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30-10-1991 дата публикации

PROCESS AND COMPOSITION FOR PERFORMING DNA ASSAYS

Номер: AU0007575291A
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21-01-2003 дата публикации

Magnetic nanoparticles for bioseparation application and methods for producing same

Номер: AU2002317095A1
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30-06-2004 дата публикации

MAGNETISM BASED RAPID CELL SEPARATION

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26-08-2021 дата публикации

Control means for implementing multiplex analysis methods

Номер: AU2015239040B2
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The invention relates to control means that can be used to validate the results of multiplex analysis methods. The invention thus relates to solid supports comprising at least one control means, and to the use thereof in multiplex analysis methods for the detection of a plurality of analytes that may be present in a sample.

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03-09-2015 дата публикации

Systems and methods for detection and quantification of analytes

Номер: AU2014248813A1
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Devices, systems, and methods for detecting molecules of interest within a collected sample are described herein. In certain embodiments, self-contained sample analysis systems are disclosed, which include a reusable reader component, a disposable cartridge component, and a disposable sample collection component. In some embodiments, the reader component communicates with a remote computing device for the digital transmission of test protocols and test results. In various disclosed embodiments, the systems, components, and methods are configured to identify the presence, absence, and/or quantity of particular nucleic acids, proteins, or other analytes of interest, for example, in order to test for the presence of one or more pathogens or contaminants in a sample.

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25-08-2016 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETECTION AND QUANTIFICATION OF ANALYTES

Номер: AU2016210684A1
Принадлежит: HENRY HUGHES IP LTD

Devices, systems, and methods for detecting molecules of interest within a collected sample are described herein. In certain embodiments, self-contained sample analysis systems are disclosed, which include a reusable reader component, a disposable cartridge component, and a disposable 5 sample collection component. In some embodiments, the reader component communicates with a remote computing device for the digital transmission of test protocols and test results. In various disclosed embodiments, the systems, components, and methods are configured to identify the presence, absence, and/or quantity of particular nucleic acids, proteins, or other analytes of interest, for example, in order to test for the presence of one or more pathogens or o contaminants in a sample. XR Ml 00 -_0 ...

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23-03-2017 дата публикации

Analyzing a sample with a construct comprising a fluorescent moiety and a magnetic moiety

Номер: AU2015336307A1

In one aspect, presence and/or level of an analyte within a sample is determined by use of a construct comprising a magnetic moiety and a fluorescent moiety. In one embodiment, the construct is magnetically migrated to a transparent surface and then dragged along the surface. In one aspect, an evanescent field is applied and changes in the diffusional or rotational properties of the fluorescent moiety as it migrates in and out of the evanescent field are measured by changes in its fluorescent emission, providing a measure of the interaction between the construct and a component of the sample.

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28-06-2012 дата публикации

Asynchronous Magnetic Bead Rotation Sensing Systems and Methods

Номер: US20120164680A1
Принадлежит: University of Michigan

Described herein are various methods, devices and systems for performing asynchronous magnetic bead rotation (AMBR) to detect and monitor cellular growth and/or behavior. Cluster rotation of magnetic particles for AMBR is descried. In particular, described herein are systems for the parallel analysis of multiple wells of a sample plate. Also described herein are methods for controlling the illumination and imaging of rotating magnetic particles.

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12-07-2012 дата публикации

Method for isolating weakly interacting molecules from a fluidic sample

Номер: US20120178096A1
Принадлежит: WISCONSIN ALUMNI RESEARCH FOUNDATION

Methods of isolating weakly interacting molecules in a fluidic sample using an immiscible phase filtration technique are disclosed. A complex is formed between a solid phase substrate, a molecule immobilized on the solid phase substrate, and at least one target molecule present in the fluidic sample. The complex is transferred into an immiscible phase by applying an external force to the solid phase substrate. The methods eliminate the need for complex and time consuming washing steps.

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23-08-2012 дата публикации

Detection of specific antigens in a population of antigens

Номер: US20120214176A1
Принадлежит: Gorman John G, Graham Henry A, Rowell James P

Methods for detecting the presence or absence of, and for quantifying, one set of cells in a mixed cell population of at least two sets of cells especially Rh positive cells in a mixed population with Rh negative cells, as is found in a fetal maternal hemorrhage (FMH). The magnetic particles coated with anti-D antibodies are reacted with the Rh positive fetal cells in Rh negative maternal blood followed by a specific separation and quantifying technique. Gravitational forces or magnetic forces are used to move reacted magnetic particles to isolate, distinguish and quantify cells differentiated by antigenic composition. Rh positive cell volume is correlated to the volume of the original blood sample as an indication of the number of doses of RhIG needed to be administered to the mother to prevent subsequent Rh immunization.

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27-09-2012 дата публикации

Nanobeads covered with plasminogen as a direct support for cyclic amplification of the prion protein PrPSC

Номер: US20120244559A1
Принадлежит: Francais du Sang Ets

The present invention relates to an in vitro method for detecting a pathogenic conformational isomer of the prion protein in a sample, said method comprising a preliminary step for capturing the pathogenic conformational isomer by putting the sample into contact with nanobeads covered with a ligand of the pathogenic conformational isomer, and then applying a cyclic amplification of the misfolded prion protein directly on the solid support having captured the pathogenic conformational isomer, and detecting the presence of the pathogenic conformational isomer. The invention also relates to a kit for applying this method and to a method for decontaminating a biological sample.

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29-11-2012 дата публикации

Biopsy instrument comprising a magnetic element

Номер: US20120302916A1
Принадлежит: OGENO GMBH

The invention relates to a magnetic biopsy-instrument and use thereof for enriching specific sample material from the body. The invention also relates to a biopsy-kit and use thereof for enriching specific sample material.

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28-03-2013 дата публикации

Device and Method for Detection and Quantification of Immunological Proteins, Pathogenic and Microbial Agents and Cells

Номер: US20130078615A1
Принадлежит: Individual

The present invention provides a method and device for detecting and quantifying the concentration of magnetic-responsive micro-beads dispersed in a liquid sample. Also provided is a method and microfluidic immunoassay pScreen™ device for detecting and quantifying the concentration of an analyte in a sample medium by using antigen-specific antibody-coated magnetic-responsive micro-beads. The methods and devices of the present invention have broad applications for point-of-care diagnostics by allowing quantification of a large variety of analytes, such as proteins, protein fragments, antigens, antibodies, antibody fragments, peptides, RNA, RNA fragments, functionalized magnetic micro-beads specific to CD 4+ , CD 8+ cells, malaria-infected red blood cells, cancer cells, cancer biomarkers such as prostate specific antigen and other cancer biomarkers, viruses, bacteria, and other pathogenic agents, with the sensitivity, specificity and accuracy of bench-top laboratory-based assays.

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28-03-2013 дата публикации

Device and method for detection and identification of immunological proteins, pathogenic and microbial agents and cells

Номер: US20130078620A1
Принадлежит: CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY

The present invention provides a method and device for detecting and quantifying the concentration of magnetic-responsive micro-beads dispersed in a liquid sample. Also provided is a method and microfluidic immunoassay pScreen™ device for detecting and quantifying the concentration of an analyte in a sample medium by using antigen-specific antibody-coated magnetic-responsive micro-beads. The methods and devices of the present invention have broad applications for point-of-care diagnostics by allowing quantification of a large variety of analytes, such as proteins, protein fragments, antigens, antibodies, antibody fragments, peptides, RNA, RNA fragments, functionalized magnetic micro-beads specific to CD 4+ , CD 8+ cells, malaria-infected red blood cells, cancer cells, cancer biomarkers such as prostate specific antigen and other cancer biomarkers, viruses, bacteria, and other pathogenic agents, with the sensitivity, specificity and accuracy of bench-top laboratory-based assays.

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01-08-2013 дата публикации

Methods and compositions for detection of analytes

Номер: US20130196341A1
Принадлежит: T2 Biosystems Inc

Disclosed are methods and compositions for detecting analytes, including proteins, polysaccharides, viruses, nucleic acids and cells. The methods and compositions utilize a reporter probe, suitably a multivalent reporter probe, to detect the presence of the analytes. The methods and compositions can be used for non-enzymatic detection of nucleic acids.

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05-09-2013 дата публикации

Magnetic particle based biosensor

Номер: US20130230913A1
Автор: Octavian Florescu
Принадлежит: Silicon Biodevices Inc

A biosensor system and method of its use for detecting particles on the surface of an integrated circuit is disclosed. The system can include a light source and a plurality of optical sensors formed on an integrate circuit. The particles can be positioned the surface of the integrated circuit whereby the particles can cast a shadow or shadows that reduces the amount of light transmitted from the light source to the optical sensors. The surface of the integrated circuit can include one or more optical sensing areas whereby the presence of one or more particles may significantly or measurably reduce the amount of light incident on one or more optical sensor.

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19-09-2013 дата публикации

Nmr systems and methods for the rapid detection of analytes

Номер: US20130244238A1
Принадлежит: T2 Biosystems Inc

This invention features systems and methods for the detection of analytes, and their use in the treatment and diagnosis of disease.

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03-10-2013 дата публикации

NMR SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR THE RAPID DETECTION OF ANALYTES

Номер: US20130260367A1
Принадлежит: T2 Biosystems, Inc.

This invention features systems and methods for the detection of analytes, and their use in the treatment and diagnosis of disease. 1166-. (canceled)167. A method for detecting the presence of an analyte in a liquid sample , the method comprising:{'sup': 6', '13', '8', '12', '−1', '−1, 'sub': '2', '(a) contacting a solution with magnetic particles to produce a liquid sample comprising from 1×10to 1×10magnetic particles per milliliter of the liquid sample, wherein the magnetic particles have a mean diameter of from 150 nm to 950 nm, a Trelaxivity per particle of from 1×10to 1×10mMs, and have binding moieties on their surface, the binding moieties operative to alter an aggregation of the magnetic particles in the presence of the analyte;'}(b) placing the liquid sample in a device, the device comprising a support defining a well holding the liquid sample comprising the magnetic particles, the multivalent binding agent, and the analyte, and having an RF coil disposed about the well, the RF coil configured to detect a signal produced by exposing the liquid sample to a bias magnetic field created using one or more magnets and an RF pulse sequence;(c) exposing the sample to a bias magnetic field and an RF pulse sequence;(d) following step (c), measuring the signal; and(e) on the basis of the result of step (d), detecting the presence or concentration of an analyte.168. The method of claim 167 , wherein the magnetic particles are substantially monodisperse.169. The method of claim 167 , wherein step (d) comprises measuring the Trelaxation response of the liquid sample claim 167 , and wherein increasing agglomeration in the liquid sample produces an increase in the observed Trelaxation rate of the sample.170. The method of claim 167 , wherein the analyte is a target nucleic acid from a leukocyte.171. The method of claim 167 , wherein the analyte is a target nucleic acid extracted from a pathogen.172. A method for detecting the presence of a pathogen in a whole blood sample ...

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21-11-2013 дата публикации

Holographic Imaging for Analyzing Molecules

Номер: US20130310270A1
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The present disclosure provides a device for analyzing target molecules. The device comprises a substrate retention device for holding a substrate having a functionalized surface provided thereon. This functionalized surface is adapted for capturing a plurality of target molecules. The device also comprises a light source for illuminating the functionalized surface and an image sensor for recording interference patterns of magnetic particles present on the functionalized surface. The device further comprises a first magnetic field generator configured to generate a magnetic field to attract magnetic particles linked to the target molecules to the functionalized surface. The disclosure further relates to a method for analyzing target molecules. 1. A device for analyzing target molecules , the device comprising:a substrate retention device for holding a substrate having a functionalized surface provided on said substrate, the functionalized surface being adapted for capturing a plurality of target molecules;a light source for illuminating said functionalized surface;an image sensor for recording interference patterns of magnetic particles present on said functionalized surface; anda first magnetic field generator configured to generate a magnetic field to attract magnetic particles linked to said target molecules to said functionalized surface.2. The device according to claim 1 , furthermore comprising a substrate having a functionalized surface provided on said substrate claim 1 , the functionalized surface being adapted for capturing a plurality of target molecules.3. The device according to claim 2 , wherein said functionalized surface comprises at least one reference pattern configured to provide an estimate distance between said functionalized surface and said image sensor to an image reconstruction algorithm.4. The device according to claim 2 , wherein the functionalized surface comprises a plurality of regions claim 2 , each region being functionalized for a ...

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28-11-2013 дата публикации

NMR DIAGNOSTICS BY MEANS OF A PLASTIC SAMPLE CONTAINER

Номер: US20130316327A1
Принадлежит: T2 Biosystems, Inc.

Sample containers and methods for employing the same in in-vitro nuclear magnetic resonance measurements are provided. The sample containers are made of a material that comprises on or more polymeric materials. 1. A method for obtaining one or more nuclear magnetic resonance parameters of one or more samples in-vitro using a nuclear magnetic resonance device , the method comprising: containing the one or more samples in a sample container within the nuclear magnetic resonance device , the sample container being made of a material that comprises one or more proton-rich polymeric materials , wherein the sample container comprises at least two separate volumes for containing samples and each of said volumes is , independently , between about 1 μL and about 200 μL.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the nuclear magnetic resonance device comprises one or more radiofrequency coils with an associated detection volume and the sample container is shaped and sized to fit claim 1 , partly or completely claim 1 , inside of the detection volume.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein one of the one or more nuclear magnetic resonance parameters is a longitudinal relaxation constant T14. The method of claim 1 , wherein the method further comprises: delaying sampling by a time delay to reduce acquisition of signal associated with the sample container itself.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the time delay is selected to completely reduce the acquisition of signal associated with the sample container itself.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the time delay is between about 0.01 ms and 3 ms.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein one of the one or more nuclear magnetic resonance parameters is a spin-spin relaxation rate constant T2.8. The method of claim 1 , further comprising operating the nuclear magnetic resonance device at or below about 0.5 T.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the nuclear magnetic resonance device comprises one or more radiofrequency coils with an associated detection ...

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19-12-2013 дата публикации

Multi-Mode Separation for Target Detection and Cell Growth Monitoring

Номер: US20130337455A1
Принадлежит: University of Michigan

Sandwich separation is based on forming a sandwich complex with a magnetic bead, buoyant bead, and a target. Once a sandwich formation is created, the sandwich can be separated using its dual physical properties, namely magnetism and buoyancy. Sandwich separation is highly specific, allows for removal of the beads that do not have any attached target, and reduces the number of background beads. Sandwich separation can also be used to allow for target detection in raw specimen. Also, improvement of detection capability is accomplished by performing AMBR measurements on a solid interface, where the rotational period speeds up and allows for dramatically reduced time-to-result.

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16-01-2014 дата публикации

Water relaxation-based sensors

Номер: US20140017816A1
Принадлежит: General Hospital Corp

This invention relates to magnetic resonance-based sensors and related methods.

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23-01-2014 дата публикации

Metallic nanoparticle synthesis with carbohydrate capping agent

Номер: US20140024026A1
Принадлежит: Michigan State University MSU

The disclosure relates to metal nanoparticle compositions and their methods of formation and use, in particular gold nanoparticles (AuNP) and gold-coated magnetic nanoparticles. Compositions according to the disclosure include aqueous suspensions of metal nanoparticles that are stabilized with one or more carbohydrate capping agents and/or that are functionalized with one or more binding pair members for capture/detection of a target analyte. The nanoparticle suspensions are stable for extended periods and can be functionalized as desired at a later point in time, typically prior to use in an assay for the detection of a target biological analyte. The stable nanoparticle suspension can be formed by the aqueous reduction of oxidized metal precursors at non-acidic pH values in the presence of a carbohydrate-based capping agent such as dextrin or other oligosaccharides.

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10-04-2014 дата публикации

Measurement using a calibraton pattern

Номер: US20140097238A1
Автор: Mansoor Ghazizadeh
Принадлежит: Mansoor Ghazizadeh

An image is captured. The image includes a calibration pattern. The calibration pattern includes displayed information about the calibration pattern. The displayed information and the calibration pattern are used to make a calibrated measurement.

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07-01-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETECTION AND SORTING OF CELLS

Номер: US20210001339A1
Автор: Filatov Zerikhun, Liu Peng
Принадлежит: Microsensor Labs, LLC

A system and method for detection of cells and sorting of cells are disclosed. Target cells, such as circulating tumor cells (CTCs) or antigen-specific antibody producing circulating memory B cells from COVID-19 patients, may be of interest. Magnetic beads may be bound to the target cells. After which, the bead-bound target cells may be identified using an applied magnetic field. In one example, magnetic sensors may be used to detect movement of the bead-bound target cells responsive to an applied magnetic field. In another example, an optical sensor may be used to detect movement of the bead-bound target cells responsive to an applied magnetic field. Further, separate from identification of the target cells, the bead-bound target cells may be sorted using an applied magnetic field. In this way, a magnetic field may be used for target cell identification and target cell sorting in order to detect and collect target cells of interest at the single-cell resolution. 1. An apparatus configured to determining whether a magnetic bead-labeled target cell is present in a fluid , the apparatus comprising:a well configured to house the fluid containing particles and including at least one outlet;at least one magnetic field generator configured to generate a magnetic field to at least a part of the well;one or more sensors configured to generate sensor data; and control the magnetic field generator to generate the magnetic field to the at least a part of the well;', 'identify, based on the sensor data responsive to the magnetic field, the magnetic bead-labeled target cell and an associated location within the well; and', 'control the magnetic field generator, based on the associated location within the well of the magnetic bead-labeled target cell and the at least one outlet, in order to move the magnetic bead-labeled target cell toward the at least one outlet, thereby sorting the magnetic bead-labeled target cell, in order to remove the magnetic bead-labeled target cell from ...

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

MAGNETIC SEPARATION DEVICE AND METHOD OF USE

Номер: US20200001298A1
Автор: Zhou Yuchen
Принадлежит:

The current invention relates to the method and apparatus to magnetically separate biological entities with magnetic labels from a fluid sample. The claimed magnetic separation device removes biological entities with magnetic labels from its fluidic solution by using a soft-magnetic center pole with two soft-magnetic side poles. The claimed device further includes processes to dissociate entities conglomerate after magnetic separation. 1. A device for separating biological entities comprising:a magnetic field source having a first surface and a second surface;a soft magnetic center pole having a first end contacting said first surface, and a tip end tapering away from said first end, thereby concentrating magnetic flux from said first surface towards said tip end;a first soft magnetic side pole having a first base end and a second end;a second soft magnetic side pole having a second base end and a third end;a channel contacting said tip end contains a fluidic sample comprising said biological entities, thereby causing separation of said biological entities bound with magnetic labels towards said tip end;wherein said first and second base ends contact said second surface;wherein said second and third ends are located on opposing sides of said tip end;wherein said magnetic flux from said tip end divides into each of said second and third ends, thereby forming a flux closure within said center pole and said first and second side poles; andwherein said biological entities bound with magnetic labels are removed from said channel after separating said channel from said tip end.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein said magnetic field source comprises a permanent magnet having a first polarization surface contacting a top surface of a soft magnetic shield claim 1 , and a second polarization surface opposing said first polarization surface claim 1 , wherein said first surface is said second polarization surface and said second surface is said top surface.3. The ...

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05-01-2017 дата публикации

Manipulation of Beads in Droplets and Methods for Manipulating Droplets

Номер: US20170003282A1
Принадлежит: ADVANCED LIQUID LOGIC INC

The invention provides a method of circulating magnetically responsive beads within a droplet in a droplet actuator. The invention also provides methods for splitting droplets. The invention, in one embodiment, makes use of a droplet actuator with top and bottom substrates, a plurality of magnetic fields respectively present proximate the top and bottom substrates, wherein at least one of the magnet fields is selectively alterable, and a plurality of droplet operations electrodes positioned along at least one of the top and bottom surfaces. A droplet is positioned between the top and bottom surfaces and at least one of the magnetic fields is selectively altered.

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

MAGNETIC NEEDLE SEPARATION AND OPTICAL MONITORING

Номер: US20200003660A1
Принадлежит:

Apparatuses and methods for removing magnetic particles from suspensions are described. One embodiment of the apparatus is called a magnetic needle. 1. A method for the separation of magnetic particles from a suspension , comprising:(a) placing a magnetic separation device in magnetic communication with the suspension;(b) subjecting the suspension to incident light at a first wavelength;(c) determining a measure of light at the first wavelength after interaction with the suspension;(d) removing the magnetic separation device from magnetic communication with the suspension responsive to the measure of light.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein determining a measure of light comprises determining a measure of light intensity after light has traveled through the suspension.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the measure of light intensity is a measure of the rate of change of light intensity.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the measure of light intensity is a measure of the intensity of light collected compared to the intensity of incident light.5. The method of claim 3 , wherein step (d) comprises removing the magnetic separation device when the rate of change is below a predetermined threshold.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the predetermined threshold is zero.7. The method of claim 4 , wherein step (d) comprises removing the magnetic separation device when the ratio of the intensity of light collected to the intensity of incident light is below a predetermined threshold.8. The method of claim 2 , wherein step (d) comprises removing the magnetic separation device when the intensity of light collected is below a predetermined threshold.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein step (a) comprises placing a magnetic needle into the suspension claim 1 , and wherein step (d) comprises removing the magnetic needle from the suspension.10. The method of claim 10 , wherein step (a) comprises placing a removable sheath over the magnetic needle prior to placing the magnetic needle ...

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

DETECTION APPARATUS AND DETECTION METHOD

Номер: US20180003704A1
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Disclosed is a detection apparatus that transfers magnetic particles through a plurality of chambers in a cartridge which includes the plurality of chambers and a channel connecting between the plurality of chambers, and that causes the magnetic particles to carry a complex of a test substance and a labelling substance, to detect the test substance on the basis of the labelling substance in the complex. The detection apparatus includes: a rotation mechanism configured to rotate the cartridge about a rotation shaft; a magnet configured to collect the magnetic particles in the chambers; a movement mechanism configured to move the magnet in a direction different from a circumferential direction of a circle in which the rotation shaft is centered; a detector configured to detect the test substance; and a controller programmed to control the rotation mechanism and the movement mechanism so as to transfer the magnetic particles from one of the chambers to another one of the chambers. 1. A detection apparatus that transfers magnetic particles through a plurality of chambers in a cartridge which comprises the plurality of chambers and a channel connecting between the plurality of chambers , and that causes the magnetic particles to carry a complex of a test substance and a labelling substance , to detect the test substance on the basis of the labelling substance in the complex , the detection apparatus comprising:a rotation mechanism configured to rotate the cartridge about a rotation shaft;a magnet configured to collect the magnetic particles in the chambers;a movement mechanism configured to move the magnet in a direction different from a circumferential direction of a circle in which the rotation shaft is centered;a detector configured to detect the test substance; anda controller programmed to control the rotation mechanism and the movement mechanism so as to transfer the magnetic particles from one of the chambers to another one of the chambers.2. The detection ...

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

ELECTROCHEMILUMINESCENCE METHOD OF DETECTING AN ANALYTE IN A LIQUID SAMPLE AND ANALYSIS SYSTEM

Номер: US20200003768A1
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An electrochemiluminescence method of detecting an analyte in a liquid sample and a corresponding analysis system. An analyte in a liquid sample is detected by first providing a receptacle containing a fluid comprising protein coated magnetic microparticles to a stirring unit. Stirring of the fluid is necessary since the density of the microparticles is usually higher than the density of the buffer fluid. Thus the microparticles tend to deposit on the bottom of the receptacle leading to an aggregation of the microparticles because of weak interactions. To obtain representative measurements a homogeneous distribution of the microparticles in the buffer fluid is necessary to ensure a constant concentration of microparticles for each analysis cycle. It is further necessary to provide disaggregation of the microparticles, which is also realized by stirring the fluid. Stirring is conducted with a rotational frequency that is adapted to the amount of fluid to be stirred. 113.-. (canceled)14. An electrochemiluminescence analysis system for detecting an analyte in a liquid sample comprisinga stirring unit for stirring a fluid containing magnetic microparticles provided in a receptacle,a measuring unit being operable to generate a signal indicative of an amount of fluid in the receptacle,an extraction component for extracting a portion of the fluid containing the protein coated magnetic microparticles from the receptacle,an incubator for receiving a liquid comprising the analyte, the portion of magnetic microparticles and a marker for marking the analyte, the marker being capable of effecting luminescence upon application of excitation energy,a trigger component for applying the excitation energy for causing the luminescence,an acquisition component for measuring the luminescence the acquisition unit being operable to provide a measurement signal, anda data processing unit configured todetermine a rotational frequency for the stirring unit using the signal indicative of the ...

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13-01-2022 дата публикации

NON-ENZYMATIC GLOW ASSAYS

Номер: US20220011315A1
Принадлежит: UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM

The present disclosure relates to improved light-based assays, especially ligand binding assays, in which light is emitted from moieties stimulated by stimulating moieties. There is provided a method of generating and detecting a light signal comprising (a) providing a fluid sample comprising an analyte of interest; (b) contacting said sample with a first reagent comprising a molecular recognition element that binds to said analyte; (c) contacting said sample with a second reagent that (i) binds to said analyte in the presence of said first reagent; or (ii) binds to said first reagent; wherein said second reagent contains a light-generating reporter or chemiexcitation emitter; (d) removing unbound first and second reagents; (e) introducing into said sample a source of singlet oxygen or a chemiexcitation stimulator; and (f) measuring the production of light from said reporter. 1. A method of generating and detecting a light signal comprising (a) providing a fluid sample comprising an analyte of interest; (b) contacting said sample with a first reagent comprising a molecular recognition element that binds to said analyte; (c) said sample with a second reagent that:(i) binds to said analyte in the presence of said first reagent; or(ii) binds to said first reagent;wherein said second reagent contains a light-generating reporter or chemiexcitation emitter; removing unbound first and second reagents; (e) introducing into said sample a source of singlet oxygen or a chemiexcitation stimulator; and (f) measuring the production of light from said reporter.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said light generating reporter is Hananya's SOCL probe claim 1 , and Perkin Elmer AlphaLisa and AlphaScreen particles containing thioxene claim 1 , anthracene claim 1 , and rubrene in the former case claim 1 , and thioxene and a europium chelate in the latter.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the singlet oxygen is produced by a singlet oxygen producing protein claim 1 , such as Particular ...

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13-01-2022 дата публикации

MAGNETIC PARTICLE AND METHOD

Номер: US20220013269A1
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A magnetic particle () has a layered structure () between a top surface of the particle and an opposed bottom surface of the particle. Layers of the structure include one or more nonmagnetic layer(s) and one or more magnetized layer(s). The ratio of a lateral dimension of the one or more magnetized layers to the aggregate thickness of the magnetized layer or layers is greater than A plurality of such magnetic particles () can be functionalised and marked with readable codes () corresponding to the functionalisation, for use for performing assays such as bioassays. 1. A magnetic particle , comprising a layered structure between a top surface of the particle and an opposed bottom surface of the particle , the layers including one or more magnetized layers;in which the ratio of a lateral dimension of the one or more magnetized layers to a thickness or aggregate thickness of the magnetized layer or layers is greater than 500.2. (canceled)3. A magnetic particle according to claim 1 , in which the ratio of the lateral dimension of the one or more magnetized layers to the thickness or aggregate thickness of the magnetized layer or layers is greater than 1000 claim 1 , and preferably greater than 2000.4. A magnetic particle according to claim 1 , in which the magnetized layer or layers comprise a volume V of magnetic material having a magnetisation or average magnetisation Ms claim 1 , a cross section of the layer or layers has an aspect ratio AR claim 1 , and AR/Ms(with Ms measured in A/m) is greater than 8*10(A/m).5. A magnetic particle according to claim 1 , in which the magnetized layer or layers comprise a volume V of magnetic material having a magnetisation or average magnetisation Ms claim 1 , a cross section of the layer or layers has an aspect ratio AR claim 1 , and in which AR/Ms (with Ms measured in A/m) is greater than 0.001 (A/m).6. A magnetic particle according to claim 1 , in which the top and bottom surfaces of the particle are separated by a particle ...

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20-01-2022 дата публикации

METHODS, COMPOSITIONS, AND SYSTEMS FOR MAPPING LOCATIONS OF SINGLE MOLECULES IN MULTI-DIMENSIONAL SPACE

Номер: US20220017952A1
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The invention(s) cover a composition, where units of the composition are configured to interact with each other (e.g., as neighbors) in order enable decoding of positions of captured target material relative to neighboring units of the composition. In embodiments, the composition includes: a body; and a set of molecules coupled to the body, the set of molecules comprising a first subset and a second subset, wherein the first subset is structured for target analyte capture, and wherein the second subset is structured for interactions with one or more neighboring objects. The invention(s) also cover systems incorporating one or more units of the composition and methods implementing units of the composition. 1. A composition comprising:a body; anda set of molecules coupled to the body, the set of molecules comprising a first subset and a second subset, a first anchor segment,', 'a first particle identification segment,', 'a unique molecule identifier, and', 'a capture probe;, 'wherein the first subset is structured for target analyte capture and a unit of the first subset comprisesand a linker region extending the unit of the second subset for interactions with one or more neighboring objects,', 'a second anchor segment,', 'a second particle identification segment, and', 'an active segment positioned at a terminal end of the unit of the second subset, wherein the active segment is interactive with complementary portions of the one or more neighboring objects., 'wherein the second subset is structured for interactions with one or more neighboring objects and a unit of the second subset comprises2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the body is composed of a magnetic material.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the capture probe comprises a segment for target mRNA binding.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the linker region of the second subset is composed of a non-nucleic acid polymer.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the linker region of the second ...

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20-01-2022 дата публикации

ANTIBODY CONJUGATE

Номер: US20220018856A1
Принадлежит: FUJIREBIO INC.

The present invention provides an improvement of sensitivity in immunological measurement of tau protein. Specifically, the present invention provides an antibody conjugate comprising two or more kinds of anti-tau protein antibodies bound to a carrier. 1. An antibody conjugate comprising two or more kinds of anti-tau protein antibodies bound to a carrier.2. The antibody conjugate according to claim 1 , wherein the two or more kinds of anti-tau protein antibodies are two or more kinds of anti-human tau protein antibodies.3. The antibody conjugate according to claim 2 , wherein the two or more kinds of anti-tau protein antibodies comprise a first antibody that recognizes an epitope present between positions 153 and 169 in the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO:1 and a second antibody that recognizes an epitope present between positions 188 and 207 in the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO:1.4. The antibody conjugate according to claim 3 , wherein the epitope recognized by the first antibody is PPGQK (SEQ ID NO:2) and the epitope recognized by the second antibody is DRSGYS (SEQ ID NO:3).5. The antibody conjugate according to claim 1 , wherein the carrier is a labeled carrier.6. A kit comprising:(i) an antibody conjugate comprising two or more kinds of anti-tau protein antibodies bound to a carrier; and(ii) an anti-tau protein antibody that recognizes an epitope different from epitopes recognized by the anti-tau protein antibodies comprised in the antibody conjugate.7. The kit according to claim 6 , wherein said different epitope is an epitope present between positions 170 and 187 or an epitope present between positions 209 and 233 in the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO:1.8. The kit according to claim 7 , wherein said different epitope is PPAPKTP (SEQ ID NO:4) or PPTREPK (SEQ ID NO:5).9. A method for detecting tau protein claim 7 , comprising detecting the tau protein in a sample using an antibody conjugate comprising two or more kinds of anti-tau protein antibodies bound ...

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09-01-2020 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SELECTING AND CULTURING CELLS

Номер: US20200009309A1
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A cell processing system includes at least one processor connectable to a source container filled with a biological fluid, the processor including a spinning membrane configured to receive and separate target cells from the biological fluid, the target cells exiting at a first outlet, first and second containers selectively connected to the first outlet; and a magnet. The system also includes a controller configured to operate the spinning membrane to receive biological fluid and to direct the target cells to the first container, to pause to permit magnetic particles to be associated with the target cells in the first container, to operate the spinning membrane to receive the contents of the first container with the magnet applied to the target cells associated with the magnetic particles, to remove or deactivate the magnet, and to transfer the target cells to the second container. 1. A cell processing system comprising: a spinning membrane configured to receive and separate target cells from the biological fluid, the target cells exiting at a first outlet;', 'at least a first container and a second container selectively connected to the first outlet; and', 'a magnet; and, 'at least one processor connectable to a source container filled with a biological fluid, the at least one processor comprising to operate the spinning membrane to receive biological fluid from the source container and to direct the target cells to the first container;', 'to pause operation of the processor to permit magnetic particles to be associated with the target cells in the first container;', 'to operate the spinning membrane to receive the contents of the first container with the magnet applied to the target cells associated with the magnetic particles in the first container;', 'to remove and/or deactivate the magnet applied to the target cells associated with the magnetic particles in the first container;', 'to transfer the target cells to the second container after removal and/or ...

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

COMPOSITION AND SYSTEM FOR SEPARATING AND DETECTING ALPHA-FETOPROTEIN VARIANT AND USE THEREOF

Номер: US20180009863A1
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Disclosed are a composition and system for separating and detecting an alpha-fetoprotein variant, comprising a separation reagent and a detection reagent; a system for separating and detecting an alpha-fetoprotein variant and a use thereof; and a kit for separating and detecting the alpha-fetoprotein variant. By means of the composition and system for separating and detecting the alpha-fetoprotein variant, and the use thereof, primary liver cancer can be indicated early on, the sensitivity is high, and the method is rapid, simple and automated. 1. A separation and detection composition for an alpha-fetoprotein variant AFP-L3 , comprising a separation reagent and a detection reagent , wherein the separation reagent comprises a magnetic particle coupling a lectin , and an eluent , and that the detection reagent comprises the magnetic particle coated with an anti-alpha-fetoprotein antibody and an enzyme-labeled anti-alpha-fetoprotein antibody;preferably, the eluent is 0.02 M PBS(pH 7.0), 5M D-mannoside;{'i': 'lens culinaris', 'preferably, the lectin is agglutinin or concanavalin lectin;'}preferably, the anti-alpha-fetoprotein antibody is a monoclonal antibody against alpha-fetoprotein;preferably, the magnetic particle is an agarose-coated paramagnetic particle.2. The separation and detection composition according to claim 1 , wherein the separation reagent further comprises a protective solution claim 1 , and the detection reagent further comprises a buffer;preferably, the protective solution is 0.02 M PBS pH 7.4, 0.5% BSA and 0.1 M D-mannoside;preferably, the buffer is 0.02 M PBS, 10% bovine serum and 0.1% proclin-300.3. The separation and detection composition according to wherein the separation reagent or the detection reagent further comprises a cleaning solution;preferably, the cleaning solution in the separation reagent is 20 mM Tris-HCl and 0.5M D-mannoside;preferably, the cleaning solution in the detection reagent is a 1% Tween 20 solution prepared in PBS pH7.4 ...

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

METHODS AND REAGENTS FOR SELECTION OF BIOLOGICAL MOLECULES

Номер: US20180010169A1
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Coated Ferromagnetic Density Particles or Density Particles with binding agents bound thereto capable of binding biological molecules and methods of use and apparatus for means are disclosed. Coated particles coupled to specific binding agents can be used for molecular biology and proteomic applications in research and diagnostics. 1. A method for isolating biological molecules from a fluid sample , comprising:providing a plurality of ferromagnetic metal particles of a density effective to be substantially mixed through a fluid sample and to be separated in a fluid sample by a magnetic field, said particles being coated with at least one binding agent specific to having at least one preselected biological molecule binding thereto;mixing said particles through at least a portion of a fluid sample containing a preselected population of a biological molecule without substantially physically damaging said preselected population, said mixing being effected by causing said particles to move at least once through a substantial part of said sample to cause said preselected population to bind thereto; andmagnetically separating said particles with said bound biological molecule from said sample.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said at least one binding agent is specific to having at least one complementary molecular pair for RNA claim 1 , DNA claim 1 , protein claim 1 , glycoprotein claim 1 , lipid and carbohydrate binding thereto.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein said complementary molecular pair comprises at least one of antibody/antigen claim 2 , nucleic acid/complementary nucleic acid claim 2 , lectin/carbohydrate claim 2 , and avidin/biotin.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising at least one blocking agent coating over sites on said ferromagnetic metal particles.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein said particles are of a size of about 0.5 to about 3 microns in diameter.6. The method of wherein said particles are made from a group consisting of nickel claim 1 , ...

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14-01-2016 дата публикации

SIMPLE MEASUREMENT TOOL

Номер: US20160011187A1
Автор: NONAKA Ken, Ohara Osamu

The purpose of the present invention is to provide a simple measurement tool which can rapidly measure various chemical substances contained in environments or from inside a living body by a simple or inexpensive means/method. 1. A simple measurement tool for test substances comprising:at least two reaction regions, each composed of a water-based liquid, the reaction regions being independent of each other;boundary region(s) composed of a gel-type substance that is not or hardly soluble in the water-based liquid;a container holding the reaction regions and the boundary region(s); andmagnetic particles carrying a reactive substance immobilized on a surface thereof, whereinthe reaction regions are separated from each other via the boundary region; andby using external magnetic field-applying means, the magnetic particles can be substantially exclusively transferred from one reaction region to another reaction region through the boundary region separating these reaction regions, while independence of the respective reaction regions and the respective boundary regions and a function of the magnetic particles being maintained.2. The simple measurement tool according to claim 1 , comprising a plurality of the boundary regions each of which is independent.3. The simple measurement tool according to or claim 1 , wherein a capacity of the reaction region is 10 to 100 μl.4. The simple measurement tool according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in a moving direction of the magnetic particles claim 1 , a length of the boundary regions is 2 to 20 mm and a length of the reaction regions is 10 to 80 mm.5. The simple measurement tool according to claim 1 , wherein the container is a cylindrical capillary having a diameter of 1.5 to 2.4 mm and a length of 75 to 125 mm.6. The simple measurement tool according to claim 1 , wherein the at least two reaction regions are composed of the water-based liquids with compositions different from each other.7. The simple measurement tool according ...

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14-01-2016 дата публикации

METHODS FOR HIGH THROUGHPUT RECEPTOR:LIGAND IDENTIFICATION

Номер: US20160011204A1
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Methods and systems for high-throughput identification of receptor:ligand interactions are provided. 1106.-. (canceled)107. A system comprising:a) a first plurality of suspension-adapted cells, each of which first plurality of cells expresses a first heterologous polypeptide fused to a first fluorescent polypeptide; and i) a second plurality of suspension-adapted cells, each of which second plurality of cells expresses a second heterologous polypeptide fused to a second fluorescent polypeptide, wherein the second heterologous polypeptide is a ligand or a co-receptor for the first heterologous polypeptide, and wherein the second fluorescent polypeptide is distinguishable from the first fluorescent polypeptide;', 'ii) a microbead comprising a second polypeptide that is a ligand or a co-receptor for the first heterologous polypeptide linked to the microbead via a polypeptide linker, wherein the polypeptide linker comprises a detectable label moiety; or', 'iii) an immunoglobulin (Ig) Fc fused to a second polypeptide that is a ligand or a co-receptor for the first heterologous polypeptide, wherein the Ig Fc comprises a detectable label moiety., 'b) a challenge component, wherein the challenge component comprises108. The system of claim 107 , wherein the first plurality of cells is immobilized on a surface.109. The system of claim 108 , wherein the first plurality of cells is immobilized on a surface in a spatially restricted manner.110. The system of claim 107 , wherein the first plurality of cells is suspended in a liquid medium.111. The system of claim 107 , wherein the first heterologous polypeptide is a polypeptide that mediates cell-cell interactions claim 107 , an immunoglobulin superfamily polypeptide claim 107 , a TNF superfamily polypeptide claim 107 , a TNR receptor superfamily polypeptide claim 107 , a G-protein coupled receptor claim 107 , a growth factor receptor claim 107 , a nectin claim 107 , an interleukin receptor claim 107 , an ion channel claim 107 , ...

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

MOLECULAR BIOSENSORS CAPABLE OF SIGNAL AMPLIFICATION

Номер: US20180011087A1
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The present invention provides molecular biosensors capable of signal amplification, and methods of using the molecular biosensors to detect the presence of a target molecule. 1. A molecular biosensor comprising two constructs , the constructs comprising:{'br': None, 'sup': 1', '2', '3, 'R—R—R; and'}{'br': None, 'sup': 4', '5', '6, 'R—R—R;\u2003\u2003(I)'}wherein:{'sup': '1', 'Ris an epitope-binding agent that binds to a first epitope on a target molecule;'}{'sup': 2', '1', '3, 'Ris a flexible linker attaching Rto R;'}{'sup': 3', '7', '8, 'claim-text': [{'sup': '7', 'Ris a nucleotide sequence comprising at least one restriction endonuclease recognition site;'}, {'sup': 8', '9, 'Ris a nucleotide sequence complementary to R;'}], 'Ris a single stranded nucleotide sequence comprising Rand R;'}{'sup': 6', '9, 'claim-text': {'sup': 9', '8', '8', '9', '8', '9', '7, 'Ris a nucleotide sequence complementary to R, such that when Rand Rassociate to form an annealed complex in the presence of a polymerase, Rand Rare extended by the polymerase to form a nucleotide sequence complementary to R, forming at least one double-stranded endonuclease recognition site;'}, 'Ris a single stranded nucleotide sequence comprising R;'}{'sup': 5', '4', '6, 'Ris a flexible linker attaching Rto R;'}{'sup': '4', 'Ris an epitope-binding agent that binds to a second epitope on a target molecule.'}2. The molecular biosensor of claim 1 , wherein the free energy for association of Rand Rare from about −5.5 kcal/mole to about −8.0 kcal/mole at a temperature from about 21° C. to about 40° C. claim 1 , and a salt concentration from about 1 mM to about 100 mM.3. The molecular biosensor of claim 1 , wherein Rand Rare independently from about 2 to about 40 nucleotides in length.4. The molecular biosensor of claim 1 , wherein Rcomprises at least one restriction endonuclease recognition site.5. The molecular biosensor of claim 1 , wherein Rcomprises at least two restriction endonuclease recognition sites.6. The ...

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

MONOCLONAL ANTIBODY FOR THE DIAGNOSIS, TREATMENT AND/OR PREVENTION OF BRAIN TUMORS AND BRAIN LESIONS

Номер: US20180011095A1
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The invention relates to the use of the monoclonal antibody NILO1 for the diagnosis, treatment and/or prevention of brain tumors and lesions. Particularly, the invention relates to methods for the diagnosis of brain tumors and brain lesions in which cells marked with said antibody, or with immunologically active fragments thereof, are detected. The invention also relates to the use of said monoclonal antibody, or immunologically active fragments thereof, as a medicament for the treatment and/or prevention of brain tumors and brain lesions. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the monoclonal antibody NILO1, or its immunologically active fragments, are humanized. 1. Use of a monoclonal antibody , called NILO1 , produced by the hybridoma deposited under the DSM access number No. ACC2887 , or an immunologically active fragment thereof , for the manufacture of a reactive for the diagnosis of brain tumors and lesions.2. Use according to claim 1 , wherein the monoclonal antibody or the immunologically active fragment thereof is coupled to a support or a particle claim 1 , preferably nanoparticle claim 1 , more preferably magnetic nanoparticle claim 1 , more preferably magnetic glyconanoparticle claim 1 , even more preferably wherein said nanoparticle further comprises a G protein immobilized in its surface.3. Use according to any of or claim 1 , wherein the diagnosis of brain tumors and lesions is performed by magnetic resonance imaging claim 1 , flow cytometry claim 1 , immunohistochemistry claim 1 , ELISA claim 1 , and/or Western Blot.4. Use according to any of to claim 1 , wherein the brain lesion is produced by a neurodegenerative process claim 1 , demyelination claim 1 , mechanical injury or stroke claim 1 , and the brain tumor is glioblastoma.5. A monoclonal antibody claim 1 , called NILO1 claim 1 , produced by the hybridoma deposited under the DSM access number No. ACC2887 claim 1 , or an immunologically active fragment thereof claim 1 , for use as a ...

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10-01-2019 дата публикации

METHOD FOR DETECTING SUBSTANCE OF INTEREST, METHOD FOR QUANTIFYING SUBSTANCE OF INTEREST, KIT, AND METHOD FOR PREPARING REAGENT

Номер: US20190011442A1
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The purpose of the present invention is to provide: a method for detecting a substance of interest and a method for quantifying a substance of interest, whereby it becomes possible to detect or quantify the substance of interest properly using a reagent that can be produced with high yield; a kit; and a method for preparing a regent. A method for detecting a substance of interest in a sample comprises a step of mixing a first conjugate , a second conjugate and the sample together, then placing the resultant mixture under conditions such that a stimulus-responsive substance can agglomerate, and then determining the presence or absence of the occurrence of dispersion of the stimulus-responsive substance or the occurrence of an event associating with the aforementioned dispersion, wherein the first conjugate is a conjugate of a first substance that contains the stimulus-responsive substance with a first affinity substance for a substance of interest , and the second conjugate is a conjugate of a second substance that has a hydrophilic moiety or an electrically charged moiety with a second affinity substance for the substance of interest . The second substance contains particles having a specific gravity of 1.4 or more, and the first affinity substance and the second affinity substance can bond to the substance of interest simultaneously at different sites in the substance of interest from each other. 1. A method of detecting a detection target in a specimen , the method comprising:mixing a first conjugate in which a first substance comprising a stimuli-responsive substance is bound to a first affinity substance having an affinity for the detection target, a second conjugate in which a second substance having a hydrophilic or electrically-charged moiety is bound to a second affinity substance having an affinity for the detection target, and the specimen; exposing the resulting mixture to conditions where the stimuli-responsive substance aggregates; and determining ...

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09-01-2020 дата публикации

METHOD OF DETECTING TEST SUBSTANCE, SAMPLE ANALYSIS CARTRIDGE, AND SAMPLE ANALYZER

Номер: US20200011861A1
Принадлежит: SYSMEX CORPORATION

In a method of detecting a test substance, a test substance is detected using a sample analysis cartridge supplied with a sample. The sample analysis cartridge includes: a passage part having a gas-phase space; and liquid containers communicating with the passage part through openings. The liquid containers include: a first liquid container containing a first liquid containing magnetic particles; and a second liquid container containing a second liquid containing a labeled substance. The magnetic particles are sequentially transported to the liquid containers through the gas-phase space in the passage part. Thus, the magnetic particles carry a complex of the test substance and the labeled substance. The test substance is detected based on the labeled substance in the complex. 120-. (canceled)21. A cartridge-based sample analysis method , comprising:accommodating a sample in a cartridge comprising at least first and second chambers and a passage connecting the chambers;transferring at least a part of the sample to the first chamber to contact a target substance in the sample with a magnetic particle in a first liquid phase, the magnetic particle being bound to the target substance to form a complex in response to the contact;attracting the complex in the first liquid phase with a magnetic source;transferring the complex, by moving the magnetic source relatively to the cartridge, from the first chamber to the passage where at least one gas phase is defined to isolate the first liquid phase and a second liquid phase in the second chamber; andtransferring the complex, by moving the magnetic source relatively to the cartridge, from the passage to the second chamber where the complex contacts with a labeled substance in the second liquid phase.22. The method of claim 21 , wherein at least the part of sample is transferred to the first chamber by applying an air pressure to the passage.23. The method of claim 21 , wherein the complex is attracted in a vertical direction ...

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09-01-2020 дата публикации

KITS AND METHODS FOR DETECTING MARKERS

Номер: US20200011871A1
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This disclosure provides kits and methods for detecting markers in a sample from a subject with unknown status and generating a risk assessment of the presence or absence of cancer, such as colorectal cancer. In embodiments, a kit comprises at least four reagents, each specifically binding to one of at least four polypeptides in a sample from the subject. The polypeptides include GDF15, keratin 1-10, and two or more of hepsin, IL-8, CEA, L1CAM, MCP-1, and OPG. The kit further includes at least one standard comprising a known amount of at least one of the polypeptides. The kit can also include computer readable media comprising instructions to analyze the detected amounts of the at least four polypeptides using a machine learning algorithm to determine whether a subject has an increased risk of the presence of colorectal cancer. 1. A kit for detecting one or more markers in a subject of an unknown status comprising:at least four reagents, each of the four reagents specifically binds to one of a plurality of polypeptides in a sample from the subject, the plurality of polypeptides comprising GDF15, keratin 1-10, and two or more of hepsin, IL-8, CEA, L1CAM, MCP-1, and OPG; andat least one standard comprising a known amount of one of the polypeptides.2. The kit of claim 1 , further comprising one or more non-transitory computer-readable media having computer-executable instructions embodied thereon that claim 1 , when executed by one or more computing devices claim 1 , cause the computing devices to:receive the detected amount of each of the polypeptides;retrieve a coefficient for each of the detected amounts of each of the polypeptides from a database;multiply each of the detected amounts of the polypeptides by the corresponding coefficient to generate a weighted level for each of the polypeptides;analyze the combination of weighted levels for each polypeptide with a machine learning model to determine the probability that the subject has colorectal cancer based on a ...

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09-01-2020 дата публикации

Methods for high throughput receptor:ligand identification

Номер: US20200011875A1
Принадлежит: ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE

Methods and systems for high-throughput Identification of receptor: ligand interactions are provided. Throughout this application various publications are referred to in parentheses. Full citations for these references may be found at the end of the specification. The disclosures of these publications, and all patents, patent application publications and books referred to herein, are hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety into the subject application to more fully describe the art to which the subject invention pertains.

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

MULTI-STAGE, MULTIPLEXED TARGET ISOLATION AND PROCESSING FROM HETEROGENEOUS POPULATIONS

Номер: US20220034869A1
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A system and method for isolating target substrates includes a microfluidic chip, comprising a plurality of processing units, each processing unit comprising: an inlet port, a plurality of first chambers connected to the inlet port by a fluid channel, the fluid channel comprising a plurality of valves, a plurality of second chambers, each of the second chambers connected to a respective first chamber by a fluid channel, each fluid channel including a controllable blocking valve, and a plurality of respective outlet ports, each outlet port in fluid communication with a respective one of said second chambers and each outlet port including a blocking valve. A magnet is adjacent the microfluidic chip and is movable relative to the microfluidic chip. A valve control is capable of actuating certain ones of the controllable blocking valves in response to a control signal. 161-. (canceled)62. A substrate-isolation platform , comprising:a microfluidic chip, comprising a plurality of processing units, each processing unit comprising: an inlet port, a plurality of first chambers connected to the inlet port by a fluid channel, the fluid channel comprising a plurality of valves, a plurality of second chambers, each of the second chambers connected to a respective first chamber by a fluid channel, each fluid channel including a controllable blocking valve, and a plurality of respective outlet ports, each outlet port in fluid communication with a respective one of said second chambers and each outlet port including a blocking valve;a magnet adjacent the microfluidic chip, wherein relative positioning of the magnet and the microfluidic chip is variable; anda valve control capable of actuating certain ones of the controllable blocking valves in response to a control signal.63. The platform of claim 62 , wherein at least one of the first chambers and the second chambers are ring chambers.64. The platform of claim 62 , wherein the microfluidic chip comprises a volume of about 10 nl to ...

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

EXTENDED RANGE IMMUNOASSAY DEVICES WITH IMMUNOSENSOR AND MAGNETIC IMMUNOSENSOR

Номер: US20220034874A1
Принадлежит: ABBOTT POINT OF CARE INC.

The present invention relates to systems and methods that utilize a combination of immunoassay and magnetic immunoassay techniques to detect an analyte within an extended range of specified concentrations. In particular, a device includes a housing, a heterogeneous surface capture immunosensor within the housing and configured to generate a first signal indicative of the concentration of the analyte in an upper concentration range, and a homogeneous magnetic bead capture immunosensor within the housing and configured to generate a second signal indicative of the concentration of the analyte in a lower concentration range. 1. A sensor chip comprising:a non-conductive substrate;a first sensor for an analyte; anda second sensor for the analyte,wherein the non-conductive substrate is planar, and comprises a top surface and a bottom surface, the top surface forming a base for the first sensor and the second sensor,wherein the first sensor is a heterogeneous surface capture immunosensor comprising a conductive layer deposited on the non-conductive substrate, and a capture biomolecule immobilized on or near at least a portion the conductive layer, andwherein the second sensor is a homogeneous magnetic bead capture immunosensor comprising a second microelectrode, and a magnetic element.2. The sensor chip of claim 1 , wherein the first sensor and the second sensor are spaced at least 0.3 mm apart on the non-conductive substrate.3. The sensor chip of claim 1 , wherein the capture biomolecule is coated onto microspheres deposited on the at least the portion of the conductive layer.4. The sensor chip of claim 1 , wherein the capture biomolecule is an antibody.5. The sensor chip of claim 4 , wherein the antibody is an anti-troponin I (TnI) antibody or an anti-cardiac troponin I (cTnI) antibody.6. The sensor chip of claim 1 , wherein the at least the portion of the conductive layer is surrounded by a containment structure.7. The sensor chip of claim 1 , wherein the magnetic ...

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

PARTICLE, AFFINITY PARTICLE, TEST REAGENT, AND DETECTION METHOD

Номер: US20220034875A1
Принадлежит:

Provided is a magnetic particle excellent in detection speed when a substance to be measured, such as an antigen or an antibody, is detected from a specimen. The particle includes a magnetic particle containing a magnetic material, wherein the magnetic particle has a resin on a surface, wherein the particle has a volume average particle diameter of 0.4 μm or more and 1.5 μm or less, wherein the particle has a density of 5.1 g/cmor more and 10.0 g/cmor less, and wherein the resin has a functional group capable of binding a ligand. 1. A particle comprising a magnetic particle containing a magnetic material ,wherein the magnetic particle has a resin on a surface,wherein the particle has a volume average particle diameter of 0.4 μm or more and 1.5 μm or less,{'sup': 3', '3, 'wherein the particle has a density of 5.1 g/cmor more and 10.0 g/cmor less, and'}wherein the resin has a functional group capable of binding a ligand.2. The particle according to claim 1 , wherein the particle has a density of 5.1 g/cmor more and 6.5 g/cmor less.3. The particle according to claim 1 , wherein the particle has a volume average particle diameter of 0.7 μm or more and 1.2 μm or less.4. The particle according to claim 1 , wherein the particle has a volume average particle diameter of 0.7 μm or more and 0.9 μm or less.5. The particle according to claim 1 , wherein the resin has a weight average molecular weight of 10 claim 1 ,000 or more.7. The particle according to claim 1 , wherein the resin has units derived from styrene and acrylic acid.8. The particle according to claim 1 , wherein the particle is used for a specimen test.9. The particle according to claim 1 ,wherein a number of the magnetic materials in the magnetic particle is 1, andwherein the magnetic particle contains the magnetic material at a content of 100%.10. The particle according to claim 1 , wherein the magnetic material contains at least one kind selected from the group consisting of: a metal; and a metal oxide.11. The ...

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

METHOD FOR MEASURING VIRAL ANTIGEN IN SAMPLE, ANTIBODY SET, AND REAGENT KIT

Номер: US20220034883A1
Принадлежит: SYSMEX CORPORATION

Disclosed is a method for measuring a viral antigen using a capture antibody and a detection antibody, the method comprising forming a sandwich immune complex that contains the capture antibody, the viral antigen and the detection antibody, the capture antibody comprising a heavy chain variable region that comprises CDR1 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 1, CDR2 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 2 and CDR3 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 3, and a light chain variable region that comprises CDR1 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 4, CDR2 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 5 and CDR3 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 6, and the detection antibody comprising a heavy chain variable region that comprises CDR1 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 7, CDR2 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 8 and CDR3 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 9, and a light chain variable region that comprises CDR1 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 10, CDR2 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 11 and CDR3 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 12. 1. A method for measuring a viral antigen in a sample by using a capture antibody and a detection antibody , the method comprisingforming a sandwich immune complex that contains the capture antibody, the viral antigen and the detection antibody,the capture antibody comprising a heavy chain variable region that comprises CDR1 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 1, CDR2 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 2 and CDR3 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 3, and a light chain variable region that comprises CDR1 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 4, CDR2 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 5 and CDR3 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 6, andthe detection antibody comprising a heavy chain variable region that comprises CDR1 comprising amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 7, CDR2 comprising ...

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19-01-2017 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR DETERMINING BIOLOGICAL ANALYTES

Номер: US20170016890A1
Автор: GIEHRING Sebastian
Принадлежит: PAIA BIOTECH GMBH

The invention relates to a method for quantitatively determining biological analytes in an aqueous solution in the presence of one or more functionalised surfaces, wherein the aqueous solution comprises at least one type of biological analyte and at least one type of fluorescence marker, characterised in that the quantity and/or concentration of the biological analyte or analytes is determined by measuring the fluorescence emission of the unbound fluorescence markers, as well as to a devices for carrying out said method. 1. Method for quantitatively determining biological analytes in an aqueous solution in the presence of one or more functionalised surfaces , wherein the aqueous solution comprises at least one type of biological analyte and at least one type of fluorescence marker , characterised in that the quantity and/or concentration of the biological analyte or analytes is determined by measuring the fluorescence emission of the unbound fluorescence markers.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the functionalised surfaces comprise functionalised particles of polymer or a polymer mixture claim 1 , on the surface of which there are capture molecules which bind to the biological analyte or analytes and/or to the fluorescence marker or markers.3. The method according to either claim 1 , comprising:(a) introducing at least one type of functionalised particles into a measuring chamber which has a detection region which is accessible to light through the bottom of the measuring chamber, and a separation region which is not accessible to light;(b) introducing a sample comprising at least one type of biological analyte into the measuring chamber;(c) introducing at least one type of fluorescence marker into the measuring chamber;(c′) mixing the functionalised particles, sample and fluorescence marker in the measuring chamber;(c″) separating the unbound fluorescence markers from the bound fluorescence markers so that the bound fluorescence markers are located in ...

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19-01-2017 дата публикации

MODULAR POINT-OF-CARE DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND USES THEREOF

Номер: US20170016904A1
Принадлежит:

The present invention provides devices and systems for use at the point of care. The methods devices of the invention are directed toward automatic detection of analytes in a bodily fluid. The components of the device are modular to allow for flexibility and robustness of use with the disclosed methods for a variety of medical applications. 178-. (canceled)79. A method of on-demand assembly of a cartridge for automated detection of an analyte in a bodily fluid sample , wherein the cartridge comprises a housing , said housing comprising: an array of addressable assay units , wherein an individual assay unit of the array is configured to run a chemical reaction that yields a detectable signal indicative of the presence or absence of the analyte; and an array of addressable reagent units , wherein an individual reagent unit of the array is addressed to correspond to the individual assay unit , said method comprising:(i) placing according to the analyte to be detected an array of addressable assay units, wherein an individual assay unit of the array is configured to run a chemical reaction that detects an analyte of interest ordered by said end user, into the housing;(ii) placing according to the analyte to be detected an array of reagent units, wherein an individual reagent unit of the array corresponds to the individual assay unit, into the housing; and(iii) securing the arrays of (i) and (ii) within the housing of the cartridge.wherein the reagent units; the assay units; at least one pipette tip, and at least one touch-off pad are all arranged in a two-dimensional pattern and not together in a single row in the cartridge.80. The method of further comprising selecting an analyte to be detected.81. The method of further comprising sealing the cartridge.82. The method of further comprising labeling the cartridge with a readable label indicating the analyte to be detected.83. The method of claim 82 , wherein the readable label is a bar code or RFID. This application is a ...

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17-01-2019 дата публикации

MULTIPLEXED ASSAYS

Номер: US20190017950A1
Автор: Javanmard Mehdi
Принадлежит:

Systems and methods electronic barcoding of particles. The methods comprise: performing operations by a spin coater to spin coat a single layer of particles onto a substrate; performing operations by a heat applicator to apply heat to the substrate so as to evaporate a liquid; and performing operations by at least one material depositor to transform the particles into Electronically Barcoded Particles (“EBPs”). EBPs are fabricated by: coating a portion of each said particle of the particles with a first conductive layer; depositing an insulative layer on the first conductive layer; and/or depositing a second conductive layer on the insulative layer so as to form a parallel plate capacitor on the particle. The parallel plate capacitor is tuned so that the particle has a capacitance that is different than the capacitances of other ones of the electronically barcoded particles. 1. A method for electronic barcoding of particles , comprising:performing operations by a spin coater to spin coat a single layer of particles onto a substrate;performing operations by a heat applicator to apply heat to the substrate so as to evaporate a liquid; coating a portion of each said particle of the particles with a first conductive layer, and', 'depositing an insulative layer on the first conductive layer., 'performing operations by at least one material depositor to transform the particles into electronically barcoded particles by'}2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein electron beam evaporation is used to coat the particle with the first conductive layer claim 1 , and atomic layer deposition is used to deposit the insulative layer on the first conductive layer.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the first conductive layer is gold and the insulative layer is aluminum oxide.4. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising depositing a second conductive layer on the insulative layer so as to form a parallel plate capacitor on the particle.5. The method according to ...

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21-01-2021 дата публикации

GRAPHENE OXIDE-BASED NANOLAB AND METHODS OF DETECTING OF EXOSOMES

Номер: US20210018501A1
Автор: HE Mei, ZENG Yong, Zhang Peng
Принадлежит:

A graphene-based sandwich immunoassay for detecting whether a target biological substance is present in a sample, generally comprising contacting said sample with a plurality of particles coated with graphene nanosheets, each particle having at least one targeting receptor, such that the target biological substance, if present, associates with the targeting receptor, and detecting the presence of the target biological substance in the sample by subsequently contacting the sample with a detection antibody, wherein the detection antibody is capable of targeting and binding with the target biological substance if bound to the targeting receptor to yield a detectable complex. The targeting receptor can be an antibody or fragment thereof. The target biological substance can be an exosome. 1. A graphene-based sandwich immunoassay for detecting whether a target biological substance is present in a sample , said immunoassay comprising: a core particle having a surface;', 'a graphene-oxide-layer coating said core particle, said graphene-oxide layer comprising graphene-oxide nanosheets, said graphene-oxide nanosheets being covalently bonded to the particle surface;', 'at least one polydopamine polymer coupled with the graphene-oxide nanosheets; and', 'said at least one targeting receptor coupled to the at least one polydopamine polymer, wherein the targeting receptor is capable of targeting and binding with said target biological substance, if present; and, 'contacting said sample with a plurality of graphene-oxide coated particles each having at least one targeting receptor, such that the target biological substance, if present, associates with the targeting receptor, each of said graphene-oxide coated particles comprisingdetecting the presence of the target biological substance in the sample by subsequently contacting said sample with a detection antibody, wherein said detection antibody is capable of targeting and binding with said target biological substance if bound to ...

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21-01-2021 дата публикации

SAMPLE ANALYSIS SYSTEM, CLEANING LIQUID PREPARATION APPARATUS, SAMPLE ANALYZER, AND CLEANING LIQUID SUPPLY METHOD

Номер: US20210018526A1
Принадлежит: SYSMEX CORPORATION

Disclosed is a sample analysis system comprising a cleaning liquid preparation apparatus that prepares a cleaning liquid, and a sample analyzer that comprises a measurement unit that measures a sample and a reservoir that stores the cleaning liquid prepared by the cleaning liquid preparation apparatus. The sample analyzer cleans at least a part of the measurement unit with the cleaning liquid. The cleaning liquid preparation apparatus selectively executes a first supply mode to supply the cleaning liquid to the reservoir when a liquid amount in the reservoir reaches a first amount, and a second supply mode to supply the cleaning liquid to the reservoir when the liquid amount in the reservoir reaches a second amount less than the first amount. 119-. (canceled)20. A method of supplying a cleaning liquid to a reservoir of a sample analysis system , the method comprising:supplying, in a first supply mode, the cleaning liquid to the reservoir, in response to a level of the cleaning liquid in the reservoir reaching a first level through a consumption of the cleaning liquid by the sample analysis system; andsupplying, in a second supply mode, the cleaning liquid to the reservoir, in response to the level of the cleaning liquid in the reservoir reaching a second level lower than the first level and higher than a bottom of the reservoir through a consumption of the cleaning liquid by the sample analysis system.21. The method according to claim 20 , whereinin the first supply mode, the cleaning liquid is supplied to the reservoir in response to a first detector detecting that the level of the cleaning liquid in the reservoir reaches the first level, andin the second supply mode, the cleaning liquid is supplied to the reservoir in response to a second detector detecting that the level of the cleaning liquid in the reservoir reaches the second level.22. The method according to claim 20 , wherein the cleaning liquid comprises diluted high-concentration cleaning liquid.23. The ...

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17-04-2014 дата публикации

Detection of Magnetic-Field-Concentrated Analytes in a Lateral Flow Capillary

Номер: US20140106336A1
Принадлежит: COLORADO SCHOOL OF MINES

The present disclosure generally relates to systems, devices and methods for detecting magnetic-field-concentrated target analytes within a lateral flow capillary.

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24-01-2019 дата публикации

METHODS FOR SEPARATION OF MAGNETIC NANOPARTICLES

Номер: US20190022664A1
Принадлежит:

A method of separating magnetic nanoparticles is described. The method comprises placing the magnetic nanoparticles in a periodic magnetic field. The periodic magnetic field varies between a first magnetic field strength and a second magnetic field strength that is higher than the first magnetic field strength. The nanoparticles may be superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles. 1. A method of separating magnetic nanoparticles , the method comprising placing the magnetic nanoparticles in a periodic magnetic field , wherein the periodic magnetic field varies between a first magnetic field strength and a second magnetic field strength that is higher than the first magnetic field strength.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first magnetic field strength is less than about 0.2 mT claim 1 , and the second magnetic field strength is from about 0.1 mT to about 300 mT.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising increasing the second magnetic field strength stepwise.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the magnetic nanoparticles particles freely diffuse when the periodic magnetic field has the first magnetic field strength.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the periodic magnetic field varies between the first magnetic field strength and the second magnetic field strength between about 2 and about 10 times before the second magnetic field strength is changed.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the periodic magnetic field has the first magnetic field strength for a shorter time than the second magnetic field strength.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the periodic magnetic field is generated by an alternating current and the second magnetic field strength is determined based on the amplitude of the alternating current.8. The method of claim 1 , further comprising applying a flowing fluid to the magnetic nanoparticles after placing the magnetic nanoparticles in the periodic magnetic field claim 1 , wherein the periodic magnetic field is replaced by a continuous magnetic field ...

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28-01-2016 дата публикации

Assay for cannabinoids and methods of use thereof

Номер: US20160025753A1
Принадлежит: Microgenics Corp

Immunoassays, methods, and kits for qualitative and/or quantitative detection of cannabinoids in specimens including, without limitation, bodily fluids (e.g., blood, urine, oral fluid or sweat) or other biological specimens and potential drug samples.

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26-01-2017 дата публикации

Tagged ligands for enrichment of rare analytes from a mixed sample

Номер: US20170023578A1
Принадлежит: GPB Scientific Inc

Method of enriching specific cells from cellular samples are disclosed, comprising contacting in solution a cellular sample with affinity-tagged ligands (ATLs) each comprising a first ligand linked to an affinity tag, wherein the ligand selectively binds a cellular marker of the rare cells and the affinity tag can be selectively captured by a capture moiety, wherein the affinity tags do not comprise a magnetic particle; and flowing the sample through a microfluidic device comprising the capture moiety to selectively retain ATL-bound cells. Methods for enriching circulating tumor cells, and devices for enriching specific cells from cellular samples are also disclosed.

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25-01-2018 дата публикации

MULTIFUNCTIONAL MAGNETO-POLYMERIC NANOSYSTEMS FOR RAPID TARGETING, ISOLATION, DETECTION AND SIMULTANEOUS IMAGING OF CIRCULATING TUMOR CELLS

Номер: US20180024135A1
Принадлежит:

A biofunctional multicomponent nanosystem for specific targeting, rapid isolation and simultaneous high resolution imaging of cancer cells is disclosed. 1) A biofunctional multicomponent nanosystem comprising:(i) cells or antibodies selected from the group consisting of transferrin (Tf)/anti EpCam, CTC specific antibody targeting cancer cells and antibodies associated with cell or proteins for biomolecule interactions;{'sub': 3', '4, '(ii) iron oxide (FeO) nanoparticles;'}(iii) cyanine 5 NHS (Cy5) near infrared probe;(v) carbon allotropes for interaction with cancer cells;(vi) poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) (PNIPAM);(vii) fourth generation (G4) dendrimers or polymers selected from the group consisting of polyglycerols, polyamines and hyperbranched polymers; and(viii) glutathione (GSH) for specific targeting, isolation and imaging of circulating cancer cells2) The biofunctional multicomponent nanosystem of claim 1 , wherein the said carbon allotrope is selected from the group consisting of single or multiwalled carbon nanotubes claim 1 , graphene and nanohorns.3) The biofunctional multicomponent nanosystem of claim 1 , wherein the said fourth generation (G4) dendrimers or polymers are coupled to COOH claim 1 , NH claim 1 , OH or other reactive groups.4) A process of synthesizing a biofunctional multicomponent nanosystem comprising the steps of:{'sub': 3', '4, 'sup': 2+', '3+, 'a) synthesizing FeOmagnetic nanoparticles by co-precipitating Fe and Fe ions by ammonia solution and treating under hydrothermal conditions;'}{'sub': 3', '4, 'b) anchoring of glutathione with FeO;'}{'sub': 3', '4, 'c) synthesis of FeO-GSH-PAMAM G4 dendrimer conjugate;'}{'sub': 3', '4, 'd) synthesis of FeO-GSH-PAMAM G4-CNT or graphene conjugate;'}{'sub': 3', '4, 'e) synthesis of FeO-GSH-PAMAM G4-CNT or graphene-Cy5-Tf conjugate; and'}{'sub': 3', '4, 'f) synthesis of FeO-GSH-PAMAM G4-CNT or graphene-Cy5-anti EpCam conjugate.'}5) A process of synthesizing a biofunctional multicomponent nanosystem ...

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23-01-2020 дата публикации

FLUIDIC SYSTEMS INCLUDING VESSELS AND RELATED METHODS

Номер: US20200023363A1
Автор: MYERS Jason, Stahl Joshua
Принадлежит: ArcherDX, Inc.

Fluidic systems including cartridges comprising vessels, microfluidic channels and related methods for performing chemical and/or biological analyses are generally provided. The systems described herein include, according to certain embodiments, a cartridge comprising a vessel adapted and arranged to contain a fluid and/or reagent for performing a chemical and/or biological analysis. The vessel may be designed to have a particular shape or configuration, such as a tapered cross-sectional shape, e.g., to facilitate manipulation of a fluid and/or reagent within the vessel (e.g., a lyosphere). 1. A cartridge , comprising:a vessel comprising an inlet and a tapered cross-sectional shape, wherein the vessel has an internal working volume of at least 5 μl and less than or equal to 70 μl;a microfluidic channel in fluid communication with the vessel for delivering a fluid to the vessel; andan orifice positioned between the microfluidic channel and the vessel proximate the inlet to the vessel, wherein the orifice has a cross-sectional dimension of at least 10 microns and less than or equal to 500 microns.2. A cartridge , comprising:a vessel comprising an inlet;an orifice positioned proximate the inlet to the vessel, wherein the orifice has a cross-sectional dimension of at least 10 microns and less than or equal to 500 microns;a vent channel in fluid communication with the vessel and configured to receive a gaseous fluid from the vessel; anda gas-permeable membrane configured to allow air to pass through the membrane while substantially preventing a liquid or vapor from passing across the membrane, wherein the vent channel is positioned between the gas-permeable membrane and the vessel.3. A cartridge , comprising:a vessel having an internal working volume of at least 5 μl and less than or equal to 70 μl, wherein the vessel has a longest dimension positioned along a first plane;a microfluidic channel in fluid communication with the vessel and configured to deliver a fluid to ...

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24-01-2019 дата публикации

OPTICAL DETECTION OF A SUBSTANCE IN FLUID

Номер: US20190025210A1
Принадлежит:

The invention relates to a system () for optically detecting at least one substance in a fluid (). The system () comprises particles () arranged to be dispersed in the fluid (), each one comprising a magnetic bead () and an agent (). The agent () is reactive with said substance such that it gives a specific optical response upon a determined optical excitation or a chemical reaction. The system () further comprises a chamber () to contain said fluid () and particles (). The chamber () is closed at one side by a window () optically transparent to the wavelengths of said optical response and said optical excitation. The system () further comprises an optical detector () adapted to detect at least a portion of said optical response. The system () further comprises magnetic sources () arranged to magnetically move the particles () onto or close to the window (). The optical detector () is positioned to receive at least a portion of the optical response from the at least one agent () located onto or close to the window (). The invention relates further to a disposable and a method. 2. System of claim 1 , wherein said optical response is a fluorescent signal claim 1 , a colorimetric signal or a luminescent signal upon optical excitation.3. System of claim 2 , further comprising an optical source of electromagnetic wave whose spectrum includes the electromagnetic wavelengths of said optical excitation claim 2 , and wherein the optical source and the interface between the window and the chamber is a TIR system such that the total reflection of the incident electromagnetic wave emitted from the optical source occurs on said interface claim 2 , and that an evanescent optical field is formed accordingly in the fluid on the interface.4. System of claim 1 , wherein said optical response is a chemo luminescence response to a chemical reaction.5. System of claim 4 , wherein the optical detector comprises a photomultiplier tube and/or a spectrometric detector and/or a camera and/or ...

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24-01-2019 дата публикации

Methods of Mapping Protein Variants

Номер: US20190025323A1
Принадлежит: HEXAL AG

The present invention relates to a method for analysing protein variants of a recombinant protein of interest, such as antibodies or Fc-fusion proteins, in a liquid sample of a mammal. Specifically the method comprises a step of affinity purifying the recombinant protein of interest from the sample together with an internal standard, and analyzing the protein variants using an analytic separating method such as HPLC, capillary electrophoresis or MS. This method is particularly suited to measure pharmacokinetic parameters of a recombinant protein of interest, such as a biopharmaceutical, in a mammal in clinical or pre-clinical studies. It allows for the use of a small sample volume and the possibility to operate with high throughput, such as in a 96-well plate sample preparation. It also provides high sensitivity and allows analysis of protein variants individually. 1. A method of analyzing protein variants of a recombinant protein of interest in liquid samples of a mammal comprisinga) providing two or more liquid samples of a mammal comprising the recombinant protein of interest;b) immobilizing the recombinant protein of interest of each of said samples on a separate solid support coupled to an affinity ligand specific for the recombinant protein of interest in the samples;c) eluting the recombinant protein of interest or a fragment thereof of each of said samples from the solid support into separate eluates; andd) analyzing the protein variants of step c) of each of said samples separately using an analytical separating method and comparing said two or more samples,wherein an internal standard binding to the same affinity ligand is added to each of said samples prior to step b and the internal standard is analyzed together with the recombinant protein of interest of step d), andwherein the protein variants of the recombinant protein of interest to be analyzed are not glycosylation variants.2. A method of analyzing one or more pharmacokinetic parameter of protein ...

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24-01-2019 дата публикации

3d-exoquant method for the analysis of surface molecules and quantification of tissue-specific exosomes in biological fluids

Номер: US20190025330A1
Принадлежит: UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA

In various embodiments methods are provided for identifying and/or quantifying one or more antigens of interest (biomarkers) on the surface of cell- or tissue-specific exosomes. In an illustrative embodiments the methods comprise: i) incubating a population of exosomes with one or more tissue-specific antibodies that bind an antigen specific to a tissue or cell type of interest that produces exosomes, where the tissue specific antibodies are attached to acceptor bead or magnetic beads so the antibodies bind exosomes displaying the antigen; ii) obtaining a purified population of exosomes bound by the tissue specific antibodies with and/or without photo-cleavable linker based technology; iii) incubating a test subset of the isolated tissue-specific exosomes with acceptor beads attached to test antibodies that bind an antigen of interest thereby binding exosomes that display the antigen of interest and a control subset with negative control acceptor beads; v) incubating the test subset of isolated exosomes and the control subset of exosomes with a donor-bearing antibody that binds an exosome specific antigen; and vi) detecting a signal produced upon illumination of the control subset and/or the test; and vii) detecting the antigen(s) of interest.

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23-01-2020 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PERFORMING MEASUREMENTS OF ONE OR MORE MATERIALS

Номер: US20200025675A1
Принадлежит: Luminex Corporation

Systems and methods for performing measurements of one or more materials are provided. One system is configured to transfer one or more materials to an imaging volume of a measurement device from one or more storage vessels. Another system is configured to image one or more materials in an imaging volume of a measurement device. An additional system is configured to substantially immobilize one or more materials in an imaging volume of a measurement device. A further system is configured to transfer one or more materials to an imaging volume of a measurement device from one or more storage vessels, to image the one or more materials in the imaging volume, to substantially immobilize the one or more materials in the imaging volume, or some combination thereof. 114-. (canceled)15. A system for analyzing a fluidic assay , comprising:a fluidic flow-through chamber comprising an imaging region, wherein the imaging region comprises a central point and a leading edge of the imaging region; the polarizing axis of the magnet is located downstream of the central point of the imaging region; and', 'the leading edge of the magnet is located downstream relative to the leading edge of the imaging region;, 'a magnet comprising a polarizing axis and a leading edge of the magnet, whereina mechanism for selectively positioning the magnet in proximity to the imaging region of the fluidic flow-through chamber, the mechanism comprising an actuator and a magnetic field strength sensor;an illumination subsystem configured to illuminate the imaging region of the fluidic flow-through chamber; anda photosensitive detection subsystem configured to image the imaging region of the fluidic flow-through chamber when illuminated.1615. The system of clam , wherein the fluidic flow-through chamber comprises input and output channels for respectively receiving and dispensing a fluidic assay to and from the fluidic flow-through chamber , and wherein widths of the input and output channels are tapered ...

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23-01-2020 дата публикации

BIOMATERIAL IMMOBILIZING METHOD AND USES THEREOF

Номер: US20200025754A1
Принадлежит: MITSUBISHI GAS CHEMICAL COMPANY, INC.

In one embodiment of the present invention, provided are novel biomaterial immobilizing method having excellent immobilization ability and uses thereof, the method being characterized in that: an immobilization carrier having a surface modification specific to the biomaterial to be immobilized is used; the material to be immobilized is pre-immobilized to the surface of the immobilization carrier; a surface layer for maintaining the immobilization carrier on a biomaterial immobilizing substrate is provided; and the immobilization carrier is stamped in the shape of a spot on the surface layer. 1. A biological material immobilization method , which comprises: using an immobilization carrier having surface modification , depending on the type of a biological material , in order to immobilize a material to be immobilized consisting of a biological material , previously immobilizing the material to be immobilized on the surface of the immobilization carrier; then providing a layer for retaining the immobilization carrier on a biological material-immobilizing substrate; and then stamping the immobilization carrier on the layer in the form of spots.2. The biological material immobilization method according to claim 1 , wherein different biological materials are previously immobilized on a plurality of the immobilization carriers claim 1 , and the plurality of the immobilization carriers are stamped on different positions on the layer.3. The biological material immobilization method according to or claim 1 , wherein an organic microparticle claim 1 , an inorganic microparticle claim 1 , or a magnetic microparticle is used as the immobilization carrier.4. The biological material immobilization method according to any one of to claim 1 , wherein a photocrosslinking agent having at least two photoreactive groups in a single molecule is used as a method for immobilizing the immobilization carriers on the biological material-immobilizing substrate.5. The biological material ...

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02-02-2017 дата публикации

CONTROLS FOR IMPLEMENTING MULTIPLEX ANALYSIS METHODS

Номер: US20170030901A1
Принадлежит: BIO-RAD INNOVATIONS

The present invention relates to controls which may be used to secure the results of multiplex analysis methods. The present invention thus relates to solid supports comprising one or several controls and their use in multiplex analysis methods to detect several analytes potentially present in a sample. 113-. (canceled)14. A solid support appropriate for a multiplex analysis of at least one sample , said solid support comprising at least one compartment , said compartment comprising at least one control spot and at least two detection spots for an analyte , characterized in that said control spot is selected from the group consisting of a spot for controlling the deposition of a sample , a spot for controlling the deposition of a detection ligand of an analyte and a spot for controlling the deposition of a reporter. The present invention relates to controls able to be used to secure the results of multiplex analysis methods comprising one or several steps.A multiplex analysis method allows the simultaneous detection of the potential presence of several analytes within a same sample. Multiplex analysis has several advantages, such as time savings by making it possible to analyze several analytes at the same time, lower consumption of reagents and consumables, as well as a lower quantity sample needed to detect analytes.It is common to use one or several controls to validate the results obtained at the end of the analysis method seeking to detect the presence of one or several analytes. The reliability of the results provided by an analysis device is in fact a major issue, in particular when it involves analyses intended for medical diagnostics and/or the qualification of transfusion donations.One positive control traditionally used consists of verifying the detection of a known compound, used in a known quantity and that corresponds to an analyte whereof the potential presence is sought in a given sample. However, this type of control makes it possible to validate ...

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02-02-2017 дата публикации

Low resource method and device for detecting analytes

Номер: US20170030903A1
Принадлежит: VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY

Systems and methods are described for isolation, separation and detection of a molecular species using a low resource device for processing of samples. Methods include isolation, separation and detection of whole cells.

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04-02-2016 дата публикации

MAGNETIC NANOSENSOR COMPOSITIONS AND BIOANALYTICAL ASSAYS THEREFOR

Номер: US20160033494A1
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Disclosed are magnetic nanosensors or transducers that permit measurement of a physical parameter in an analyte via magnetic reasonance measurements, in particular of non-agglomerative assays. More particularly, in certain embodiments, the invention relates to designs of nanoparticle reagents and responsive polymer coated magnetic nanoparticles. Additionally provided are methods of use of nanoparticle reagents and responsive polymer coated magnetic nanoparticles for the detection of a stimulus or an analyte with NMR detectors. 1. A method for detection of an analyte in a sample , the method comprising:(a) providing nanosensors, wherein the nanosensors comprise magnetic nanoparticles linked to an analyte or analog thereof, and one or more binding moieties linked thereto, the binding moieties responsive to said analyte or analog thereof;(b) providing a fluid sample and placing the sample and the nanosensors in a container under conditions and for a sufficient period of time to allow analyte in the sample to bind to and compete off the binding moiety from the nanosensor;(c) placing the container in proximity to an NMR detector;(d) measuring one or more relaxivity parameters of the sample in the container; and(e) determining one or more attributes relative to the sample;wherein the nanoparticle, binding moiety and analyte or analog thereof linked to the nanoparticle are size optimized to confer optimal relaxation measurements.2. A method for detection of an analyte in a sample , the method comprising:(a) providing a fluid sample and one or more binding moieties, the binding moieties responsive to a target analyte or analog thereof and placing the sample and binding moieties under conditions and for a sufficient period of time to allow analyte in the sample to bind to binding moiety;(b) providing nanosensors comprising magnetic nanoparticles linked to analyte or an analog thereof;(c) placing the pre-incubated sample and binding moiety and the nanosensors in a container ...

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

Magnetic particle based biosensor

Номер: US20180031548A1
Автор: Octavian Florescu
Принадлежит: Silicon Biodevices Inc

A biosensor system and method of its use for detecting particles on the surface of an integrated circuit is disclosed. The system can include a light source and a plurality of optical sensors formed on an integrated circuit. The particles can be positioned the surface of the integrated circuit whereby the particles can cast a shadow or shadows that reduces the amount of light transmitted from the light source to the optical sensors. The surface of the integrated circuit can include one or more optical sensing areas whereby the presence of one or more particles may significantly or measurably reduce the amount of light incident on one or more optical sensor.

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17-02-2022 дата публикации

ISOLATION OF CELLS OF EPITHELIAL ORIGIN CIRCULATING IN PERIPHERAL BLOOD

Номер: US20220050098A1
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The present invention provides a method for identifying epithelial cells circulating in peripheral blood, which allows individuals who suffer from a disease that presents with epithelial cell destruction to be discriminated from those who do not. The invention also relates to a kit or device for carrying out the methods of the invention. 121.-. (canceled)22. A method for obtaining data useful for the diagnosis , prognosis and classification of an individual having a disease that presents with tissue destruction and release of lung epithelial cells , said method comprising:{'claim-text': 'where said marker comprises an intracytoplasmic marker, a nuclear marker, a surface marker or a combination thereof', '#text': '(a) incubating a peripheral blood sample with a marker for lung epithelial cells,'}(b) identifying the lung epithelial cells by means of immunocytochemical, molecular and/or cytogenetic techniques;(c) quantifying the number of isolated cells; and(d) classifying the individual in a group of individuals who have a risk of suffering from a disease that presents with tissue destruction and release of epithelial cells when the presence of epithelial cells is identified in peripheral blood.23. The method of further comprising prior to step (a) subjecting the sample of peripheral blood of the individual to a density gradient separation.24. The method of further comprising prior to step (a) one or more of the following steps: subjecting the sample of peripheral blood of the individual to a density gradient separation claim 22 , after the density gradient separation claim 22 , collecting an interphase and washing the interphase with saline buffer before incubating the sample with the markers.25. The method of claim 22 , wherein the intracytoplasmic marker comprises a Cytokeratin claim 22 , a Vimentin claim 22 , a SP1 (Surfactant A and B antigen) claim 22 , or a combination thereof;wherein the nuclear marker comprises a transcription factor; andwherein the surface ...

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17-02-2022 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DETECTING VIRUSES IN BIOLOGICAL SAMPLES

Номер: US20220050105A1
Автор: Lao Taotao, Xu Jiang
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The present invention relates to a process for detecting a virus that include the steps of: taking a biosample (e.g. saliva) suspected of containing a virus, mixing it with a solution comprising nanoparticles having easily detectable properties (e.g. a color) and also comprising contrasting microparticles (e.g. clear or white), each having attached chemical compounds (e.g. antibodies) that selectively bind to the virus to be detected (e.g. SARS-CoV-2). When suitably mixed together, virus present in the biosample may bind to the nanoparticles and to the microparticles, connecting the two. When the mixture is then passed through a microfluidic assembly with dimensions that trap the microparticles but pass unbound nanoparticles, the detection of the presence of nanoparticles bound to the microparticles at the microfluidic filter indicates the presence of the virus to be detected. The process may include a concentration step to accelerate binding the virus to the nano- and micro-particles. 1. A method for detecting viruses in biological samples , comprising the steps of:obtaining a biological sample, said biological sample to be tested for the presence of a predetermined virus; first antibodies corresponding to the predetermined virus have been attached to at least some of the colored nanoparticles, and', 'second antibodies corresponding to the predetermined virus have been attached to at least some of the microparticles;, 'adding a combination of microparticles and colored nanoparticles to the biological sample, wherein'}mixing the biological sample with the nanoparticles and the microparticles, in such a manner that enables a virus present in the mixture to bind to both a colored nanoparticle and a microparticle; 'said assembly comprising a filtering structure that allows individual nanoparticles to pass while blocking the passage of the microparticles; and', 'filtering the mixture through a fluid channel assembly,'}observing the color of the filtering structure.2. ...

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31-01-2019 дата публикации

IMMUNOASSAY METHOD AND DEVICE WITH MAGNETICALLY SUSCEPTIBLE BEAD CAPTURE

Номер: US20190033305A1
Автор: MILLER Cary James
Принадлежит: ABBOTT POINT OF CARE INC.

The present invention provides apparatus and methods for the rapid determination of analytes in liquid samples by immunoassays incorporating magnetic capture of beads on a sensor capable of being used in the point-of-care diagnostic field. 130-. (canceled)31. A method of performing a sandwich immunoassay for an analyte in a sample with a magnetic immunosensor , wherein said immunosensor comprises a sensing electrode on a substantially planar chip , wherein the electrode is positioned in a conduit for receiving a sample mixed with magnetically susceptible beads , and a high-field magnet positioned proximate to said chip , said method comprising:(a) mixing magnetically susceptible beads coated with a capture antibody with a sample containing an analyte and a signal antibody to form a sandwich on the beads;(b) applying the mixture to the immunosensor;(c) magnetically localizing and retaining at least a portion of the beads on the electrode;(d) washing the unbound sample from the electrode;(e) exposing the signal antibody of the sandwich to a signal generating reagent; and(f) measuring a signal from the reagent at the electrode.32. (canceled)33. The method of claim 31 , wherein the sample is amended with an anticoagulant.34. The method of claim 31 , wherein the magnet is positioned in a non-coplanar position relative to said chip.35. The method of claim 31 , wherein the magnet is positioned below said chip.36. The method of claim 31 , wherein the magnet is selected from the group consisting of samarium cobalt (SmCo) alloy claim 31 , aluminum nickel cobalt (AlNiCo) alloy claim 31 , neodymium iron boron (NdFeB) alloy claim 31 , and ferrite.37. (canceled)38. (canceled)39. The method of claim 31 , wherein the magnet provides a magnetic field of greater than about 0.1 Tesla.40. The method of claim 31 , wherein the magnet is a bulk magnet.41. The method of claim 31 , wherein the magnet is a substantially cylindrical bulk magnet.42. The method of claim 31 , wherein the magnet ...

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30-01-2020 дата публикации

MULTIPLEX BEAD ARRAY ASSAY

Номер: US20200033251A1
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The present disclosure relates to a system, method, and kit for particle detection and analysis. Devices disclosed herein may include at least an optical source, a fluidic chip containing a multiplex bead array, and a detection module, wherein the sample flows within the fluidic chip past a detection window, where the cells or particles are imaged by an image acquisition and analysis module that may include an optical detector. The image acquisition and analysis module counts the labeled particles and software allows for analysis of bead population. 1. A system for detecting analytes in a sample comprising:a. one or more housing units;b. a bead array, wherein the bead array comprises at least one detection bead labelled with a detectable signal and a capture probe attached to the detection bead surface and wherein the bead array is capable of detecting at least two unique analytes in a sample;c. an analyte detection molecule;d. a fluidic chip, the fluidic chip incorporating at least one microfluidic channel that one or more detection beads flows through within the fluidic chip;e. a detection window incorporated in one of the one or more housings, the detection window being operable to facilitate the capture of one or more images of one or more detection beads flowing within the detection window; andf. a detection module, the detection module comprising an optical imaging system and software for image analysis, that allows communication to and from a central database.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the bead array comprises fluorescent detection beads claim 1 , wherein each detection bead is coupled with a capture probe.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the bead array comprises detection beads having at least one of varying fluorescent wavelengths and intensities.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the detection beads comprise a magnetic microbead core.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the detection beads comprise quantum dots.6. The system of claim 2 , wherein ...

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30-01-2020 дата публикации

Bacteriophage-based electrochemical bacterial sensors, systems, and methods

Номер: US20200033340A1

The present disclosure includes methods and systems of detecting bacteria in a sample using phage-functionalized sensors, methods of enriching a sample with phage-functionalized magnetic particles, phage-functionalized magnetic particles and methods of making phage-functionalized magnetic particles.

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30-01-2020 дата публикации

MEASURING METHOD AND MEASURING DEVICE

Номер: US20200033371A1
Автор: Ichikawa Kazuhiro
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Provided is a method of measuring a condition of neurotransmission in a target by means of a magnetic resonance process in which electron spin is used. The method includes a first step of applying a magnetic resonance process to the target containing therein a contrast medium containing molecules responsive to electric potential, to thereby obtain magnetic resonance signals, and a second step of determining a condition of neurotransmission in the target in accordance with the magnetic resonance signals having been obtained in the first step. 1. A method of measuring a condition of neurotransmission in a target by means of a magnetic resonance process in which electron spin is used , the method including:a first step of applying a magnetic resonance process to the target containing therein a contrast medium containing molecules responsive to electric potential, to thereby obtain magnetic resonance signals; anda second step of determining a condition of neurotransmission in the target in accordance with the magnetic resonance signals having been obtained in the first step.2. The method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the second step includes a step of imaging the magnetic resonance signals having been obtained in the first step.3. The method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the magnetic resonance process is comprised of one of an electron spin resonance process and an Overhauser5. An apparatus for measuring a condition of neurotransmission in a target by means of a magnetic resonance process in which electron spin is used claim 1 , the apparatus including:signal obtaining means for applying a magnetic resonance process to the target containing therein a contrast medium containing molecules responsive to electric potential, to thereby obtain magnetic resonance signals; andneurotransmission condition judging means for determining a condition of neurotransmission in the target in accordance with the magnetic resonance signals having been obtained by the signal ...

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05-02-2015 дата публикации

Bifunctional tumor diagnosis reagent and method for tumor diagnosis

Номер: US20150037817A1
Принадлежит: Institute of Biophysics of CAS

The invention relates to a bifunctional tumor diagnostic reagent and a method for tumor diagnosis. The reagent consists of a protein shell specifically recognizing a cancer tissue and/or a cancer cell and an inorganic nano-core having the catalytic activity of a peroxidase. The bifunctional tumor diagnostic reagent has two functions, i.e., tumor specific identification and color development, and enables the tumor specific identification and the color development to be completed in one step, and the operation of the process is simple and convenient.

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01-05-2014 дата публикации

DEVICES AND METHODS FOR MANIPULATING COMPONENTS IN A FLUID SAMPLE

Номер: US20140120570A1
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Devices for sorting components (e.g., cells) contained in a liquid sample are provided. In certain aspects, the devices include a magnetic separation device and an acoustic concentrator device fluidically coupled to magnetic separation device. Aspects of the invention further include methods for sorting cells in a liquid sample, and systems, and kits for practicing the subject methods. 1. A fluidic device for manipulating components in a liquid sample , the device comprising:a magnetic separator; andan acoustic concentrator fluidically coupled to the magnetic separator.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the acoustic concentrator is fluidically coupled to an output of the magnetic separator.3. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the liquid sample has a viscosity of about 0.2 cP to about 1.5 cP.4. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the liquid sample comprises cells.5. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the device has an output flow rate of about 30 to 100 μL/min.6. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the magnetic separator comprises a permanent magnet.7. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the magnetic separator comprises a magnetic field guide.8. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the acoustic concentrator comprises a flow channel comprising an inlet and an outlet claim 1 , the inlet and outlet defining a fluid flow path therebetween; anda vibration generator positioned adjacent to the fluid flow path and configured to produce an acoustic field in the fluid flow path.9. The device according to claim 8 , wherein the vibration generator is a piezoelectric transducer.10. The device according to claim 9 , wherein the vibration generator comprises lead zirconate titanate.11. The device according to claim 1 , comprising a processor configured to apply a magnetic field using the magnetic separator.12. The device according to claim 1 , comprising a processor configured to control the acoustic concentrator.13. A flow cytometric ...

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11-02-2016 дата публикации

Integrated Device for Measuring Multiple Analytes

Номер: US20160041156A1
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Integrated Multiplexed Point-of-Care device for measuring levels of target analytes from biological samples for determination of disease state. Specifically, a platform with a self contained fluidic cartridge comprising direct sample introduction, onboard sample processing, and multiplexed analyte detection is described. 1. An integrated device for processing complex samples and detecting multiple analytes for indication of disease state.2. A cartridge device , the cartridge comprised of:one or more input port for injecting unprocessed samples into the cartridge;one or more processing chambers that concentrates biological materials using a filter;one or more reaction chambers where the processed samples are reacted with detection reagents; andone or more detection chambers where the target analyte is detected.3. The device of wherein the number of reaction chambers and detection chambers are equal to the number of analytes being tested.4. The device of wherein the processing chamber includes means to lyse outer membranes for cells from the biological materials.5. The device of where the cells are lysed with detergents.6. The device of where the cells are lysed with mechanical shearing.7. The device of wherein the cartridge includes fluidic circuit to flow materials from one chamber to the next.8. The device of wherein the flow volume of the fluidic circuits are 1 μl per analyte and larger.9. The device of wherein the reaction chamber includes reagents that are dried onto the chamber and reconstitutes to an active state with introduction of liquid solution.10. The device of wherein the reagents are capture and detector antibodies for the target analytes.11. The device of wherein the reagents are oligonucleotide primers.12. The device of wherein one antibody or oligonucleotide is immobilized onto a magnetic bead.13. The device of wherein the analyte captured onto the magnetic bead is manipulated inside the fluidic circuits by magnets.14. The device of wherein the ...

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09-02-2017 дата публикации

DIGITAL MICROFLUIDICS SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20170038368A1
Принадлежит: uBiome, Inc.

A system and method for sample droplet processing, the system including a substrate, an electrode array network coupled to the substrate and configured to provide a pattern of controlled electric fields for manipulation of the set of sample droplets; a first layer in communication with the electrode array network, the first layer separating the electrode array network from fluid of the set of sample droplets; and a second layer opposing the first layer and displaced from the first layer to define a region wherein droplets of the set of sample droplets can reside. In some variations, the system can additionally include an electronics subsystem coupled to at least one of the substrate and the electrode array network, and a control module in communication with the electronics subsystem, wherein the control module generates and manipulates the pattern of controlled electric fields. 1. A system for processing a set of sample droplets , the system including: a substrate having a broad surface,', 'an electrode array network coupled to the broad surface of the substrate and configured to provide a pattern of controlled electric fields for manipulation of the set of sample droplets,', 'a first layer in communication with the electrode array network and coupled to the electrode network with a non-conductive material layer comprising at least one of: an oil layer, an adhesive layer, and a resin layer, and', 'a first layer providing subsystem including a length of first layer material, wherein the first layer providing subsystem transmits a sub-length of the length of first layer material into position relative to the electrode array network in between runs of the system;, 'a set of units, each unit reversibly coupleable to at least another of the set of units with joints that align an outlet of an upstream unit with an inlet of a downstream unit, each of the set of units includingwherein a first unit of the set of units comprises an inlet in communication with a sample ...

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09-02-2017 дата публикации

METHOD AND KIT FOR THE DETECTION OF MICROORGANISMS

Номер: US20170038370A1
Автор: ZOUROB MOHAMMED
Принадлежит: Alfaisal University

There is provided a method of detecting an analyte in a sample. The method is based on colorimetry and also on the binding affinity between the analyte and a chemical substrate which may be a recognition receptor thereof. The method involves a support and a colored carrier. A kit for use in the detection is also provided. 2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising a step of (a1) activating the support prior to step (b) to obtain an activated support having a chemical group on a surface thereof.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein step (c) comprises swabbing a surface with the functionalized support.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein step (f) comprises soaking the functionalized support obtained at step (c) in an aqueous solution containing the functionalized carrier.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein step (g) comprises a washing step which is performed with a buffer solution including a phosphate buffer solution.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the carrier consists of magnetic beads and step (g) comprises passing the support over a magnet.7Salmonella typhimurium, Salmonella enteritidis, Staphylococcus aureus, Campylobacter jejuni, Listeria monocytogenesEscherichia coli.. The method of claim 1 , wherein the analyte is a bacterium selected from the group consisting of and8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the chemical substrate is of biological origin.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the chemical substrate is a specific recognition receptor having a binding affinity with a specific pathogen claim 1 , or the chemical substrate is a general recognition receptor having a binding affinity with a group of pathogens.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein the chemical substrate is selected from the group consisting of an antibody claim 1 , a fragment of an antibody claim 1 , a peptide claim 1 , an aptamer claim 1 , a protein claim 1 , an engineered protein claim 1 , a polymeric receptor and a chemical receptor.11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the support is a cotton ...

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09-02-2017 дата публикации

Methods And Devices For Performing Biological Assays Using Magnetic Components

Номер: US20170038372A1
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A method for retrieving magnetic components from a sample solution includes obtaining an array plate with a sample surface that includes a plurality of sample regions and a surrounding region. A first solution is located on a sample region of the plurality of sample regions. The first solution includes a plurality of magnetic components. A separation layer that includes one or more protrusions is placed so that at least a respective protrusion of the one or more protrusions is at least partially immersed in the first solution. A first magnetic device is placed within the respective protrusion. At least a portion of the plurality of magnetic components is retrieved from the first solution by concurrently moving the separation layer and the magnetic device so that the respective protrusion ceases to be at least partially immersed in the first solution on the sample region. 1. A method , comprising: the plurality of sample regions has a first surface tension;', 'the surrounding region has a second surface tension;', 'a sample solution is located on a sample region of the plurality of sample regions;', 'the sample solution includes a plurality of target molecules; and', 'the sample solution includes a plurality of magnetic components, respective magnetic components of the plurality of magnetic components configured to couple with respective target molecules;, 'obtaining an array plate with a sample surface that includes a plurality of sample regions and a surrounding region, whereinincubating the sample solution while one or more magnetic devices are positioned adjacent to the sample solution; andwashing the plurality of magnetic components to obtain target molecules bound to at least a subset of the plurality of magnetic components.2. The method of claim 1 , including agitating the sample solution while incubating the sample solution.3. The method of claim 1 , including incubating the sample solution without agitating the sample solution.4. The method of claim 1 , ...

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08-02-2018 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR DETECTION AND QUANTIFICATION OF ANALYTES

Номер: US20180038820A1
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A device for detecting and quantifying an analyte in a sample and a method of using the device includes a disposable cartridge having a microfluidic inlet for loading the sample having reporter probe-analyte-capture probe-magnetic bead complexes. A purifying chamber for purifying the magnetic bead complexes is also includes, as well as a measure chamber with a chip having electrodes. External electromagnets are situated each on opposite sides of the purifying chamber for retaining, or releasing or shaking magnetic bead complexes present in the purifying chamber. A permanent magnet is located under the working electrode of the measurement chamber to attract and retain the magnetic bead complexes on the surface of the working electrode of the chip. The device further includes a potentiostat for carrying out the electrochemical detection and quantification of the analyte. 1. A device for detecting and quantifying an analyte in a sample , the device comprising: a microfluidic inlet for loading the sample comprising reporter probe-analyte-capture probe-magnetic bead complexes, or for loading buffers, into the cartridge,', 'a purifying chamber for purifying the reporter probe-analyte-capture probe-magnetic bead complexes,', 'a first microfluidic channel connecting the sample microfluidic inlet and the purifying chamber,', 'a measure chamber comprising a chip comprising a working electrode, a reference electrode and a counter-electrode,', 'a first waste microfluidic outlet for discharging residues derived from the purification of the reporter probe-analyte-capture probe-magnetic bead complexes carried out in the purifying chamber,', 'a second waste microfluidic outlet for discharging residues involved in the measuring and sensing process of the reporter probe-analyte-capture probe-magnetic bead complexes carried out in the measure chamber,', 'a second microfluidic channel connecting purifying chamber and measure chamber,', 'a first waste microfluidic channel connecting the ...

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08-02-2018 дата публикации

Device and Method for Detecting Analyte by Movement of Particles

Номер: US20180038854A1
Автор: Choi Suk-Jung
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The present relates to an analyte detection device comprising: a simple chamber for storing a mixture solution of a sample comprising an analyte and a reactant comprising particles; a detection chamber for storing a detection solution; and a channel placed between the sample chamber and the detection chamber to prevent the mixture solution and the detection solution from being mixed with each other, the analyte detection device characterized by detecting the analyte by moving the particles from the sample chamber to the detection chamber using moving means. 159-. (canceled)60. A method for detecting an analyte using an analyte detection device , the analyte detection device comprising: a sample chamber configured to contain a mixed solution of a sample containing the analyte and a reactant comprising capture particles and labeling particles; a detection chamber configured to contain a detection solution; and a channel located between the sample chamber and the detection chamber so as to prevent the mixed solution and the detection solution from mixing with each other; the method comprising the steps of:mixing the reactant with the sample in the sample chamber to form a capture particle-analyte-labeling particle complex;moving the capture particle-analyte-labeling particle complex to the detection chamber by moving means; anddetecting the analyte in the detection chamber,wherein the capture particles are magnetic particles having immobilized thereon a primary receptor specific for the analyte, and the labeling particles are nonmagnetic particles which have immobilized thereon the primary receptor specific for the analyte and comprise a label.61. The method of claim 60 , wherein the capture particle-analyte-labeling particle complex is moved by applying a magnetic force from the detection chamber to the sample chamber using a magnetic force application unit disposed on one side of the detection chamber.62. The method of claim 60 , wherein the capture particle-analyte- ...

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08-02-2018 дата публикации

COMMON CAPTURE CELL SEPARATIONS DONE VIA SIMULTANEOUS INCUBATION OF COMPONENTS

Номер: US20180038863A1
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Methods are provided for the rapid and efficient separation of target bioentities. 1. A method of forming a bioconjugate , said method comprising:(i) combining substantially simultaneously in a biologically compatible medium (a) a target bioentity having at least one characteristic determinant, (b) at least one targeting agent, each targeting agent comprising multiple binding units, each binding unit having at least one binding site and at least one recognition site, said targeting agent being effective to bind specifically through said at least one binding site to said at least one determinant of said target bioentity to yield a labeled bioentity, and (c) a nanoparticle-borne capture agent having at least one binding moiety that binds specifically to said at least one recognition site of said labeled bioentity, thereby forming the bioconjugate, said nanoparticle-borne capture agent having a physical property rendering the formed bioconjugate differentiable in said medium, each binding unit of said targeting agent(s) having about 1-10 recognition sites present thereon, each capture agent having about 1,000 to 8,000 binding sites per nanoparticle, with the number of binding moieties on said capture agent being at least two fold greater than the average number of recognition sites on all binding units of said targeting agent in said medium; and(ii) subjecting the medium including said target bioentity, targeting agent and capture agent to incubation conditions of temperature and time effective to promote formation of the bioconjugate, said temperature being in the range of about 0-44° C. and said time being in the range of 3-30 minutes.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said target bioentity is selected from the group of eukaryotic cells claim 1 , prokaryotic cells claim 1 , components of said cells claim 1 , viruses and proteins.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein said targeting agent comprises at least one antibody which binds specifically to the characteristic ...

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06-02-2020 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PREPARING HIGHLY POROUS POLYMER PARTICLES FOR DIAGNOSTIC APPLICATIONS

Номер: US20200038839A1
Принадлежит: ROCHE DIAGNOSTICS OPERATIONS, INC.

The present disclosure relates to a method of preparing a magnetic particle having a polymer matrix (P) and at least one magnetic core (M), preferably at least two magnetic cores (M), wherein the polymer matrix (P) comprises at least one hypercrosslinked polymer, wherein the method comprises (i) providing at least one magnetic core (M), preferably at least two magnetic cores (M), (ii) providing polymer precursor molecules, (iii) polymerizing the polymer precursor molecules according to (ii) in the presence of the at least one magnetic core (M), thereby forming a particle comprising the at least one magnetic core (M). Further, the present disclosure relates to particles obtained or obtainable by this method as well as to the use of these particles. In a further aspect, the disclosure relates to a method for determining at least one analyte in a fluid sample having the step of contacting of the magnetic particle with a fluid sample having or suspected of having the at least one analyte. 1. A method of preparing a magnetic particle comprising a polymer matrix (P) and at least one magnetic core (M , wherein the polymer matrix (P) comprises at least one hypercrosslinked polymer , wherein the method comprises:(i) providing at least one magnetic core (M),(ii) providing polymer precursor molecules,(iii) polymerizing the polymer precursor molecules according to (ii) in the presence of the at least one magnetic core (M), thereby forming a particle comprising the at least one magnetic core (M) embedded in a polymer matrix (P1), and(iv) hypercrosslinking the polymer matrix (P1) of the polymer particle obtained in (iii) via a Friedel-Crafts reaction, wherein the reaction is carried out at a temperature equal to or less than 80° C.,to give the magnetic particle, wherein the magnetic particle has a particle size in the range of from 5 to 40 micrometers,wherein the reaction in (iv) is not carried out in a solvent comprising dichloroethane or other organic halides;wherein the ...

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12-02-2015 дата публикации

EXTERNAL FIELD -FREE MAGNETIC BIOSENSOR

Номер: US20150044778A1
Принадлежит: Regents of the University of Minnesota

A biosensor includes a magnetic structure having grooved surface to biologically bond magnetic labels to a biological substance within the grooves. The grooves are positioned within the magnetic structure so that stray magnetic fields from the magnetic structure magnetize magnetic labels within the groove. The magnetic labels may be magnetic nanoparticles or magnetic microbeads. The techniques may reduce or eliminate the usage of any external magnetic field generator, e.g., electromagnets or current lines. 1. A biosensor comprising:a magnetic structure having surface; anda groove formed within the surface to biologically bond magnetic labels to a biological substance within or above the groove;wherein the groove is positioned within the magnetic structure so that stray magnetic fields from the magnetic structure magnetize the magnetic labels within or above the groove.2. The biosensor of claim 1 , wherein the magnetic labels comprise magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) having a diameter of less than approximately 100 nanometers.3. The biosensor of claim 1 , wherein the magnetic labels comprise magnetic microbeads having a diameter of between approximately 1 and 2 microns.4. The biosensor of claim 1 ,wherein the magnetic structure comprises a spin valve structure having a free layer and a pinned layer, andwherein the magnetic labels bond within the groove at locations where stray magnetic charges from both the free layer and the pinned layer pass through the groove for magnetization of the magnetic labels.5. The biosensor of claim 4 , wherein the groove is formed to extend through the free layer and at least a portion of the pinned layer.6. The biosensor of claim 4 , wherein the free layer ranges from 1 to 10 nm in thickness and the pinned layer ranges from 10 to 50 nm in thickness.7. The biosensor of claim 4 , wherein the groove is approximately 5 to 100 nanometers in depth.8. The biosensor of claim 4 , wherein the biosensor comprises one of a giant magnetoresistane (GMR) ...

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07-02-2019 дата публикации

Method For Separating Cells Using Immunorosettes and Magnetic Particles

Номер: US20190040357A1
Автор: Kokaji Andy Isamu
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to methods for separating target cells from non-target cells using immunorosettes and magnetic particles. The method involves contacting a sample containing target cells and secondary targets such as erythrocytes with an antibody composition which allows immunorosettes of the target cells and the secondary targets to form. The sample is subsequently contacted with a second antibody composition which allows the binding of magnetic particles to the formed immunorosettes and free secondary targets. The immunorosettes and secondary targets labeled with magnetic particles are separated from non-target cells using a magnetic field. The antibody composition optionally contains bifunctional antibodies or tetrameric antibody complexes. 1: A selection method for separating target cells from non-target cells in a sample comprising target cells , secondary targets and non-target cells , the method comprising:a) contacting the sample with a first antibody composition comprising (a) at least one antibody that binds to the target cells linked, either directly or indirectly, to (b) at least one antibody that binds to the secondary targets, under conditions to allow immunorosettes of the target cells and the secondary targets to form;b) contacting the sample with a second antibody composition comprising (a) at least one antibody that binds to the secondary targets either singly or within the immunorosettes, linked, either directly or indirectly, to (b) at least one antibody that binds to particles, under conditions to allow binding of the particles to the immunorosettes and/or the secondary targets, andc) separating the immunorosette-particle complexes and/or the secondary target-particle complexes from the sample to separate the target cells from the non-target cells.2: The method of wherein the second antibody composition is bound to the particles prior to contacting with the sample.3: The method of wherein the sample is contacted with a particle ...

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24-02-2022 дата публикации

SAMPLE TREATMENT SOLUTION, METHOD FOR REMOVING CONTAMINANT PROTEINS AND DETECTION METHOD THEREFOR

Номер: US20220057399A1
Принадлежит: Canon Medical Systems Corporation

According to one embodiment, a sample treatment solution for detecting a detection target contained in a sample, includes a carrier supporting an active ester group. 1. A sample treatment solution for detecting a detection target contained in a sample , comprising:a carrier supporting an active ester group.2. The sample treatment solution of claim 1 , whereinthe active ester group is N-hydroxysuccinic acid imide (NHS) ester.3. The sample treatment solution of claim 1 , whereinthe carrier is magnetic beads or Sepharose beads.4. The sample treatment solution of claim 1 , whereinthe sample is a biological sample of human origin and is nasal aspirate or nasal swab.5. The sample treatment solution of claim 1 , whereinthe detection target is a virus and/or bacteria.6. The sample treatment solution of claim 5 , whereinthe virus is an influenza virus.7. The sample treatment solution of claim 1 , whereinthe sample further contains contaminant proteins such as fibrin, immunoglobulin, and/or blood cells.8. The sample treatment solution of claim 1 , whereinthe detection is performed utilizing an antigen-antibody reaction.9. A method for removing a contaminant protein contained in a sample claim 1 , comprising:bringing a carrier supporting an active ester group into contact with the sample.10. A method for detecting a target contained in a sample claim 1 , comprising:bringing a carrier supporting an active ester group into contact with the sample; anddetecting the target contained in a mixture obtained in the bringing.11. The method of claim 10 , whereinthe detecting is performed by an optical sensor which detects a change in the amount of protein contained in the mixture as a change in an optical signal, caused by an antigen-antibody reaction. This application is based upon and claims the benefit of priority from Japanese Patent Application No. 2020-140063, filed Aug. 21, 2020, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.Embodiments described herein relate ...

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18-02-2021 дата публикации

MAGNETIC-OPTICAL COMPOSITE NANOSTRUCTURE

Номер: US20210046443A1

The present invention relates to a magnetic-optical composite nanostructure, which has a heterogeneous nature due to consisting of a first core-shell nanoparticle and second core-shell nanoparticles and thus realizes magnetic and optical functions at the same time. 1. A method of manufacturing a magnetic-optical composite nanostructure , comprising:preparing a first core-shell nanoparticle by forming a ceramic shell on a magnetic nanoparticle;preparing a gold nanoparticle-attached core-shell nanoparticle by attaching gold nanoparticles to the first core-shell nanoparticle;primarily growing the gold nanoparticles of the gold nanoparticle-attached core-shell nanoparticle;preparing a Raman molecule-functionalized core-shell nanoparticle by functionalizing the primarily grown gold nanoparticles with a Raman molecule; andpreparing second core-shell nanoparticles by forming a gold, silver, or gold-silver alloy shell on each of the Raman molecule-functionalized gold nanoparticles of the Raman molecule-functionalized core-shell nanoparticle.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the magnetic nanoparticle is a metal oxide nanoparticle claim 1 , and the metal oxide is one or more selected from the group consisting of FeO claim 1 , FeO claim 1 , FeO claim 1 , CoFeO claim 1 , NiFeO claim 1 , MnFeO claim 1 , TiO claim 1 , ZrO claim 1 , CeO claim 1 , AlO claim 1 , and MgO.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the magnetic nanoparticle has an average particle diameter of 10 to 500 nm.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ceramic includes one or more selected from the group consisting of silica claim 1 , titania claim 1 , zirconia claim 1 , alumina claim 1 , and zeolite.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the preparing the gold nanoparticle-attached core-shell nanoparticle includes:introducing a functional group onto a surface of the shell of the first core-shell nanoparticles; andallowing a gold nanoparticle seed to be bonded to the functional group.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the ...

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18-02-2021 дата публикации

DEVICES AND METHODS FOR DETECTING CANCEROUS CELLS

Номер: US20210046479A1
Принадлежит:

Disclosed herein is an integrated microfluidic chip for detecting cancerous cells, particularly, cholangio-cancerous cells, from a biological sample. Also disclosed herein is a method of detecting cholangio-cancerous cells from a biological sample. 2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sulfated octasaccharide of formula (I) is further coupled to a biotin.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein in the sulfated octasaccharide of formula (I) claim 1 , Ris —NHSONa; and Rand Rare independently —SONa.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein in the sulfated octasaccharide of formula (I) claim 1 , Ris —NHSONa claim 1 , Rand Rare independently H.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the biological sample is selected from the group consisting of blood claim 1 , plasma claim 1 , serum claim 1 , urine claim 1 , sputum claim 1 , saliva claim 1 , tissue sample claim 1 , biopsy claim 1 , and tissue lysate.6. A microfluid chip comprising:a plurality of wash buffer chambers respectively configured to hold a wash buffer therein;a plurality of capture chambers respectively configured to capture a cancerous cell on a magnetic bead pre-coated with a biomarker of the cancerous cell;a waste chamber configured to hold uncaptured cancerous cell washed out from the plurality of capture chambers; anda plurality of microchannels connecting the wash buffer chamber, the plurality of capture chambers and the waste chamber.7. The microfluidic chip of claim 6 , wherein the microfluidic chip is fabricated on a glass substrate and at least one layer of polydimethylsiloxane.8. The microfluidic chip of claim 7 , wherein each of the capture chambers is configured to isolate the magnetic bead with bound cancerous cell from a fluid sample.10. The microfluidic chip of claim 9 , wherein the sulfated octasaccharide of formula (I) is further coupled to a biotin.11. The microfluidic chip of claim 9 , wherein in the sulfated octasaccharide of formula (I) claim 9 , Ris —NHSONa; and Rand Rare independently —SONa.12. The ...

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16-02-2017 дата публикации

Systems and methods for facilitating fluid flow during enhanced detection and quantification of analytes

Номер: US20170043334A1
Принадлежит: Cue Health Inc

Devices, systems, and methods for detecting molecules of interest within a collected sample are described herein. In certain embodiments, self-contained sample analysis systems are disclosed, which include a reusable reader component, a disposable cartridge component, and a disposable sample collection component. The reader component may communicate with a remote computing device for the digital transmission of test protocols and test results. In various disclosed embodiments, the systems, components, and methods are configured to identify the presence, absence, and/or quantity of particular nucleic acids, proteins, or other analytes of interest, for example, in order to test for the presence of one or more pathogens or contaminants in a sample.

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16-02-2017 дата публикации

Cartridges, collectors, kits, and methods for enhanced detection and quantification of analytes in collected fluid samples

Номер: US20170043335A1
Принадлежит: Cue Health Inc

Devices, systems, and methods for detecting molecules of interest within a collected sample are described herein. In certain embodiments, self-contained sample analysis systems are disclosed, which include a reusable reader component, a disposable cartridge component, and a disposable sample collection component. The reader component may communicate with a remote computing device for the digital transmission of test protocols and test results. In various disclosed embodiments, the systems, components, and methods are configured to identify the presence, absence, and/or quantity of particular nucleic acids, proteins, or other analytes of interest, for example, in order to test for the presence of one or more pathogens or contaminants in a sample.

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06-02-2020 дата публикации

SUPERPARAMAGNETIC AND HIGHLY POUROUS POLYMER PARTICLES FOR DIAGNOSTIC APPLICATIONS

Номер: US20200041502A1
Принадлежит: ROCHE DIAGNOSTICS OPERATIONS, INC.

The present disclosure relates to magnetic particles, wherein each particle has a polymer matrix and at least one magnetic core (M), wherein the polymer matrix has at least one crosslinked polymer and wherein the magnetic particle has a particle size in the range of from 1 to 60 micrometer. Further, the present disclosure relates to a method of preparing such particles, and to particles obtainable or obtained by said method. Moreover, the present disclosure uses these magnetic particles for qualitative and/or quantitative determination of at least one analyte in a fluid. Further, the present disclosure relates to a method for determining at least one analyte in a fluid sample using the contacting of a magnetic particle of the disclosure or a magnetic particle obtained by the method of the present disclosure with a fluid sample having or suspected to have the at least one analyte. 1. Magnetic particle comprising a polymer matrix (P) and at least one magnetic core (M) , wherein the polymer matrix comprises a hypercrosslinked polymer and wherein the magnetic particle has a particle size in the range of from 5 to 40 micrometers , as determined according to ISO 13320;{'sub': 2', '2', '2', '2', '3', '3', '2', '5', '4', '9', '8', '17', '18', '37', '6', '5', '6', '9', '6, 'sup': '+', 'wherein the surface of the particle is functionalized with at least one group selected from the group consisting of —OH, —COOH, diethylaminoethanol, R—SO—OH, —NH, R—SO—OH, —RNH, —RN, —RN—CH, —CH, —CH, —CH, —CH, —CH, CHNOPhenyl-Hexyl, Bi-Phenyl, Hydroxyapatit, boronic acid, biotin, azide, epoxide, alkyl, aryl, cycloalkyl, heteroaryl, heterocycloalkyl, aminoacids, —COOR, —COR, —OR, antibodies and fragments thereof, aptameres, nucleic acids, and receptor proteins or binding domains thereof.'}2. The magnetic particle of claim 1 , wherein the polymer matrix comprises pores having a pore size smaller than 100 nm claim 1 , as determined according to ISO 15901-3.3. The magnetic particle of claim 2 , ...

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06-02-2020 дата публикации

Lipid vesicle-coated magnetic beads and uses of the same

Номер: US20200041518A1
Автор: Jen-Chia WU, Rui Mei
Принадлежит: Cellmax Life Inc

Provided herein are lipid vesicle-coated magnetic beads, and methods of making and using the same.

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18-02-2021 дата публикации

DIGITAL CONTROL OF ON-CHIP MAGNETIC PARTICLE ASSAY

Номер: US20210048433A1
Принадлежит: SILICON BIODEVICES, INC.

An assay system and method for use in the field of chemical testing is disclosed. The assay system can be used for filtering whole blood for testing on an integrated circuit containing digital control functionality. 1. (canceled)2. An assay system for generating presentable assay information from an aqueous solution , comprising:a filter;a surface capillary;a delivery capillary, wherein the delivery capillary fluidly connects the filter to the surface capillary;a sedimentation capillary, wherein the surface capillary fluidly connects the delivery capillary to the sedimentation capillary;a dry sphere placed at the top of the sedimentation capillary, wherein the dry sphere contains magnetic particles, wherein the dry sphere is held motionless within a cuvette having vertical side walls, wherein the cuvette is configured to hold the aqueous solution and the dry sphere simultaneously;an integrated circuit placed below the sedimentation capillary;magnetic particle sensors embedded in the integrated circuit at the bottom of the sedimentation capillary, wherein the magnetic particle sensors are capable of detecting magnetic particles specifically bound to a surface of the integrated circuit; anda display for displaying presentable assay information.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the cuvette comprises a flow stop placed above the dry sphere claim 2 , wherein the flow stop seals the sedimentation capillary when the dry sphere dissolves.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein a passive unidirectional valve is configured to eliminate and/or reduce the suck-back flow resulting from aqueous sample evaporation through the filter.5. The system of claim 2 , wherein a magnetic particle sensor is configured to detect a single specific molecular interaction between the surface of the integrated circuit and a magnetic particle.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein an array of magnetic particle sensors is configured to count the number of specific molecular interactions in a sensing area on ...

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16-02-2017 дата публикации

Electrochemical detection systems and methods using modified coated multi-labeled magnetic beads with polymer brushes

Номер: US20170045505A1
Автор: Bernard S. MUNGE
Принадлежит: Salve Regina University

An immunosensor is provided that includes polymer coated particles, wherein the polymer coated particles are labelled with an enzyme and used for at least one of protein biomarker detection and DNA biomarker detection.

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15-02-2018 дата публикации

MOLECULAR CHARACTERIZATION OF CIRCULATING TUMOR CELLS

Номер: US20180045712A1
Принадлежит: Menarini Silicon Biosystems, Inc.

The disclosed invention includes methods and kits for the removal of white blood cells from samples of immunomagnetically enriched rare cells by treating the sample with a leukocyte marker conjugated to a hapten which adheres to the white blood cells and treating the resulting product with a second medium that adheres to the hapten of the white blood cells that are labeled with the leukocyte marker conjugated to hapten and removing the labeled white blood cells. 1. A kit for removing white blood cells from a sample comprising enriched rare cells and white blood cells wherein such kit comprises a leukocyte marker that is conjugated to a hapten and a second marker , other than the leukocyte marker wherein the second marker comprises antibodies to such haptens.2. A kit for removing white blood cells from a sample comprising enriched rare cells and white blood cells wherein such kit comprises reagents for immunomagnetically marking the rare cells and white blood cells , a leukocyte marker that is conjugated to a hapten and a second marker , other than the leukocyte marker wherein the second marker comprises antibodies to such haptens. This application is a Divisional of U.S. application Ser. No. 14/211,630, filed Mar. 14, 2014, which claims priority to a pending provisional patent application, U.S. Ser. No. 61/787,611, entitled “Improved Molecular Characterization of Circulating Tumor Cells” which was filed on Mar. 15, 2013.Circulating tumor cells (CTC) of epithelial origin are present in the blood of carcinoma patients at very low frequency (<10/ml blood). The detection of tumor cells in circulation may have significance for cancer disease management. The detection of low frequency cells requires a large blood volume for processing. In order to enumerate and characterize CTCs from large blood volumes, the enrichment of CTCs is necessary.Several methods are available to enrich CTCs based on size, density and antigen. The well established commercial product for ...

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03-03-2022 дата публикации

CAR NK CELLS

Номер: US20220064599A1
Принадлежит: GLYCOSTEM THERAPEUTICS B.V.

A method of manufacturing of Natural Killer (NK) Cells genetically modified with lentiviral vectors carrying a polynucleotide coding for a Chimeric Antigen Receptors (CARs). CAR-NK cells obtained with the method, and the use of the CAR-NK cells in medicine, in particular for use in a method of treating cancer is also disclosed.

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25-02-2016 дата публикации

Bead Manipulation Techniques

Номер: US20160051992A1
Принадлежит: ADVANCED LIQUID LOGIC INC

The invention provides a method of redistributing magnetically responsive beads in a droplet. The method may include conducting on a droplet operations surface one or more droplet operations using the droplet without removing the magnetically responsive beads from the region of the magnetic field. The droplet operations may in some cases be electrode-mediated. The droplet operations may redistribute and/or circulate the magnetically responsive beads within the droplet. In some cases, the droplet may include a sample droplet may include a target analyte. The redistributing of the magnetically responsive beads may cause target analyte to bind to the magnetically responsive beads. In some cases, the droplet may include unbound substances in a wash buffer. The redistributing of the magnetically responsive beads causes unbound substances to be freed from interstices of an aggregated set or subset of the magnetically responsive beads.

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25-02-2021 дата публикации

Purification systems and methods

Номер: US20210053073A1
Принадлежит: AMGEN INC

A purification system and method may include a container receiving portion, pump, and magnetic field generating element. The container receiving portion may be configured to receive and support a container containing a mixture. Magnetic beads may be added to the container for separating a target substance from a remainder of the mixture. The magnetic field generating element may be movable relative to the container receiving portion between a non-working position remote from the container receiving portion and a working position adjacent an outer periphery of the container receiving portion. In the working position, the magnetic field generating element may attract the magnetic beads and hold them firmly against an interior surface of the container. While the magnetic beads are immobilized by the magnetic field generating element, the pump may remove the mixture from the container, leaving behind the magnetic beads bound tightly but reversibly to the target substance.

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08-05-2014 дата публикации

BACKGROUND-FREE MAGNETIC FLOW CYTOMETRY

Номер: US20140127710A1
Принадлежит: SIEMENS AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT

The invention relates to an apparatus and a method for magnetic flow cytometry, wherein magnetic units () are arranged in a flow channel () which is configured, with respect to the channel diameter () and the surface condition of the channel inner wall, in such a manner that a flow of a complex suspension can be produced in the flow channel () with a laminar flow profile (). The forces (F) that can be caused by the magnetic units () and the forces (F) that can be caused by the flow, applied to magnetic markers () that are not bound to cells, have the effect of holding back said magnetic markers () that are not bound to cells in the front channel section () and preventing them from continuing to flow along the flow channel () via the cell measuring device (). 1. An apparatus for magnetic flow cytometry , having{'b': '10', 'a flow channel (),'}{'b': '22', 'a first magnetic unit () for enrichment and'}{'b': 24', '32, 'a second magnetic unit () for alignment of magnetically marked cells (), and'}{'b': '20', 'at least one cell measuring device (),'}{'b': 22', '24', '240', '44', '10', '100', '10', '40', '22', '24', '26', '26', '240, 'wherein the magnetic units (, ) are arranged in a front channel section (), with respect to the flow direction (), and the flow channel () is configured in respect of channel diameter () and surface composition of the channel inner wall in such a way that a flow of a complex suspension in the flow channel () can be generated with a laminar flow profile (), so that the forces (Fs) exertable by the magnetic units (, ) and the forces (FS) exertable by the flow act on magnetic markers () not bound to cells in such a way that these magnetic markers () not bound to cells can be retained in the front channel section ().'}22224032261126. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the first magnetic unit () is arranged in the front channel section () in such a way that a gradient magnetic field claim 1 , which enriches magnetically marked cells () ...

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08-05-2014 дата публикации

Molecular architecture on magnetic particles for affinity assays with low non-specific binding

Номер: US20140127722A1
Принадлежит: Koninklijke Philips NV

The present invention relates to a coating for preventing non-specific binding of molecules to a surface layer comprising an affinity molecule, said coating comprises single layer comprising non-affine spacer molecules forming a mesh; or a shell structure, wherein said shell structure comprises a first layer comprising one or more affinity molecules and further a second layer, which is coupled to the first layer, and wherein said first and second layer comprise non-affine spacer molecules forming a mesh. The present invention further relates to a particle, a flat structure or a matrix comprising such a coating. In a further aspect the present invention relates to the use of the coating, coated particle, coated flat structure or coated matrix for detection and/or purification of a specific target biomolecule from a sample and/or determination of the concentration of the specific target biomolecule. The present invention further relates to an assay for the detection of specific target biomolecules from a sample and/or determination of the concentration of specific target biomolecules comprising the use of such coating, coated particle, coated flat structure or coated matrix, in particular coated nanoparticles.

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25-02-2021 дата публикации

Selection methods for genetically-modified t cells

Номер: US20210054346A1
Принадлежит: University of Texas System

In some aspects, isolated transgenic cells (e.g., transgenic T cells) are provided that comprise or express a transgene and DHFRFS and/or TYMSSS. Methods for selecting transgeneic cells are also provided.

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14-02-2019 дата публикации

MULTI-STAGE, MULTIPLEXED TARGET ISOLATION AND PROCESSING FROM HETEROGENEOUS POPULATIONS

Номер: US20190049434A1
Принадлежит:

A system and method for isolating target substrates includes a microfluidic chip, comprising a plurality of processing units, each processing unit comprising: an inlet port, a plurality of first chambers connected to the inlet port by a fluid channel, the fluid channel comprising a plurality of valves, a plurality of second chambers, each of the second chambers connected to a respective first chamber by a fluid channel, each fluid channel including a controllable blocking valve, and a plurality of respective outlet ports, each outlet port in fluid communication with a respective one of said second chambers and each outlet port including a blocking valve. A magnet is adjacent the microfluidic chip and is movable relative to the microfluidic chip. A valve control is capable of actuating certain ones of the controllable blocking valves in response to a control signal. 1. A method for isolating cells , comprising:providing a plurality of beads in a chamber, said beads capable of binding a cell-specific binding marker so as to attach to a specific cell-type;providing cells to the first chamber, the cells including cells of the specific cell-type, such that cells of the specific cell-type bind to specific beads of the plurality of beads; andretaining the cells of the specific cell-type bound to the specific beads in the chamber while removing cells not of the specific cell-type from the chamber.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising releasing the cells of the specific cell-type from the specific beads.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cells of the specific cell-type are retained in the chamber by filtration.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cells of the specific cell-type are retained in the chamber by electrophoresis.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cells of the specific cell-type are retained in the chamber by dielectrophoresis.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cells of the specific cell-type are retained in the chamber by electro-osmotic ...

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14-02-2019 дата публикации

HAAH and MMP-9 are Complementary Cancer Biomarkers and Predictors of Metastasis when Combined

Номер: US20190049455A1
Принадлежит:

The present disclosure relates to methods of using biomarkers as early disease and patient outcome predictors. More particularly, the present disclosure encompasses methods of predicting cancer metastasis by detecting and/or quantifying aspartyl (asparaginyl) beta hydroxylase (HAAH) and matrix metalloproteinase 9 (MMP9) in a biological sample. 3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the subject is a mammal.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the subject is a human.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the biological sample is a bodily fluid.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the bodily fluid is selected from the group consisting of blood claim 5 , blood fraction claim 5 , saliva claim 5 , urine claim 5 , pleural effusion claim 5 , semen claim 5 , or breast discharge.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the bodily fluid is a blood fraction selected from serum and plasma.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the bodily fluid is serum.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein exosomes are prepared from the biological sample.10. The method of claim 2 , wherein the metastatic score is 5 or higher.11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the levels of HAAH and MMP9 are detected using antibodies to HAAH and MMP9.12. The method of claim 11 , wherein HAAH and MMP9 are detected using an ELISA assay.13. A kit for determining the probability of metastasis in a subject claim 11 , the kit comprising reagents for the detection and quantification of HAAH claim 11 , reagents for the detection and quantification of MMP9 claim 11 , and instructions for the in vitro detection and quantification of HAAH and MMP9.14. The kit of claim 13 , wherein the kit comprises magnetic beads coated with an anti-HAAH-specific antibody claim 13 , and magnetic beads coated with an MMP9-specific antibody. This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/544,402, filed on Aug. 11, 2017. The content of this application is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.The present disclosure relates to ...

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25-02-2021 дата публикации

Electrochemical Detection Method Based on Tracers Labeling

Номер: US20210055259A1
Автор: LIN Si
Принадлежит:

An electrochemical detection method based on tracers labeling uses the technical solution involving three similar methods, and method I as a basic method comprising the steps of: (1) labeling an antibody of the analyte with a tracer; (2) labeling another antibody of the analyte with one of a pair of substances having specific affinity; (3) labeling a nano-microsphere with the other of a pair of substances having specific affinity; (4) performing electrochemical detection process. In the present invention, by utilizing the electrochemical properties of the tracers and the high sensitivity of the detection of tracers by the electrochemical method, the tracers-labeled immune complex is collected through the nano-microsphere, then the nano-microsphere with the immune complex are enriched onto the surface of an electrode through separation, which greatly improves the detection sensitivity; the method is high in stability, good in repeatability, accurate and reliable in result. 1. A method of electrochemical detection based on tracers labeling , comprising the following steps:(1) preparing a tracer-labeled immune complex in a reaction cell;(2) enriching the tracer-labeled immune complex on a surface of a working electrode through a separation method, removing residual liquid in the reaction cell, and filling the reaction cell with an electrolyte;(3) connecting the working electrode to an electrochemical workstation, measuring a voltammogram of a tracer of the tracer-labeled immune complex by a voltammetric method to obtain a measured voltammogram, picking out a characteristic peak of the tracer in the measured voltammogram, calculating a half-peak area, fitting a curve between the half-peak area and a concentration of an analyte by using a regression equation to obtain a standard curve, and calculating a content of the analyte by the standard curve.2. The method of the electrochemical detection based on the tracers labeling of claim 1 , wherein in step (3) claim 1 , the ...

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13-02-2020 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PATHOGEN DETECTION USING MULTIPLE-SIZED POLYMER-COATED BEADS WITHIN LYOTROPIC CHROMONIC LIQUID CRYSTALS

Номер: US20200049702A1
Автор: Tortora Luana

A novel detection system and method is presented, where a two-bead receptor method is used for capturing pathogens, with one type of bead being magnetic and having a size of 3 microns or smaller, and the other type being polymeric and having a size of 3 microns or larger. The first type is used to concentrate a pathogen; the latter is used to create a detectable signal. Fast sensitive detection is achieved by collecting the optical signal created by the distortion of a homeotropically aligned chromonic azo dye in the presence of captured pathogens. 1incubating a material test sample having a preselected quantity of antibody-coated first receptors or beads each having a size of 3 microns or less suspended therein for a preselected period of time at a preselected temperature;collecting the first receptors;rinsing the first receptors with a saline solution;resuspending the rinsed first receptors and a preselected quantity of second receptors, each of the second receptors having a size of 3 microns or greater, in a preselected quantity of saline solution;incubating the saline solution and the first and second receptors suspended therein for a preselected period of time at a preselected temperature;recollecting the first and second receptors;re-rinsing the first and second receptors with a saline solution;resuspending the rinsed first and second receptors in a preselected quantity of fresh saline solution;mixing a preselected quantity of the receptors with a lyotropic chromonic liquid crystal material (LCLC);introducing the mixture of receptors and liquid crystal into a test cell, the test cell including a pair of opposed substrates positioned therein and spaced apart at a preselected distance;orienting the liquid crystal in a homeotropic orientation with respect to the substrates;treating a preselected quantity of first receptors having a size of 3 microns or less with a ligand, bacteria or pathogenic agent of interest;introducing the treated receptors into the test ...

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