Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing – Including sample preparation – Liberation or purification of sample or separation of...
Reexamination Certificate
2007-03-06
2007-03-06
Ludlow, Jan M. (Department: 1743)
Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing
Including sample preparation
Liberation or purification of sample or separation of...
C422S105000, C422S105000, C435S029000, C435S032000, C435S033000
Reexamination Certificate
active
09908690
ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for testing an aqueous or gaseous environment for the presence of at least one chemical is provided in order to determine the toxicity of the chemical and optionally, the quantity and identity of the chemical.
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Bols Niels
Schirmer Kristin
Schirmer Mario
Bereskin & Parr
Ludlow Jan M.
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