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Method for detecting the presence of tetracycline antibiotics
Assignee: Wyeth Holdings LLC
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Filing: 1968-10-14
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Granted: 1971-06-22
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Expires: 1988-10-14
Abstract
Abstract A FAST, RELIABLE TEST IS PROVIDED FOR DETECTING, THE PRESSENCE OF TETRACYLCLINE ANTIBIOTICS IN BIOLOGICAL FLUIDS, SUCH AS URINE, BY ADSORBING A PORTION OF THE FLUID ON AN ADSORBENT STRIP CONTAINING A COMPLEXING METAL THAT FORMS A FLUORESCENT METAL COMPLEX WITH THE ANTIBIOTIC AND OBSERVING THE FLUORESCENCE OF THE METAL COMPLEX UNDER ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT. THIS TEST METHOD IS PARTICULARLY USEFUL IN ALLOWING CLINICIANS TO QUICKLY AND RELIABLY DETERMINE WHETHER PATIENTS ON TETRACYCLINE THERAPY HAVE RECEIVED THEIR MEDICATION.
Inventors
- 👤 John Gerard Heider
- 👤 Robert Gerard Kelly
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CPC Classifications
G; G01; G01N; G01N33/00; G01N33/48; G01N33/50; G01N33/52; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T436/00; Y10T436/17; Y10T436/173845; Y10T436/174614
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-06-21 | 1974-12-21 | 1975-06-22 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-06-21 | 1978-12-21 | 1979-06-22 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-06-21 | 1982-12-21 | 1983-06-22 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |