Automated protein analyzer

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2011-06-28

2011-06-28

Griffin, Walter D (Department: 1774)

Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing

Peptide, protein or amino acid

C422S430000, C422S050000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07968344

ABSTRACT:
A protein analysis kit is disclosed. The kit includes a sample cup for mixing a protein sample with a dye-binding solution and a filter holder for being positioned in the sample cup. The filter holder includes a filter media and a depending spout below the filter media that reaches bottom portions of the cup when the filter media is positioned above the cup.

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