Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing – Involving an insoluble carrier for immobilizing immunochemicals
Patent
1996-05-24
1998-06-30
Housel, James C.
Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing
Involving an insoluble carrier for immobilizing immunochemicals
436501, 436503, 436504, G01N 33566, G01N 33567, G01N 33543
Patent
active
057733066
ABSTRACT:
Methods for determining levels of endotoxin in a sample are provided. These methods are useful in the diagnosis of septicemia. Kits for the detection of endotoxin are also provided.
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Housel James C.
Ryan V.
Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania
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