Optical indicator for detecting bacterial pathogens

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8247220
APP PUB NO 20090197296A1
SERIAL NO

12332843

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A clinical testing assay device that can differentiate bacterial from viral infections is described. The assay device has a sample contact zone with an absorbent pad on which a test sample is deposited and a detection zone with a colorant indicator that is sensitive to bacteria cells. The colorant indicator changes color when exposed to a bacteria sample. The color change signal can manifest relatively quickly, usually within a few minutes, and with an intensity correlative to the concentration of bacteria in a test sample. A method of use is also provided.

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KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE INC2001 MARATHON AVENUE CATHERINE WOLF NEENAH WI 54956

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
MacDonald, John G Decatur, US 30 511
Martin, Stephanie M Woodstock, US 29 346
Phillips, Erica M Woodstock, US 8 164

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