Kristy McKeating is an accomplished inventor based in San Francisco, CA. She has made significant contributions to the field of biomedical analysis, particularly in the development of innovative assays. With a total of 2 patents, her work focuses on enhancing point-of-care testing methods.

Latest Patents

One of Kristy McKeating's latest patents is a binding assay with no wash steps or moving parts using magnetic beads. This invention provides devices, systems, and methods for performing point-of-care analysis of a target analyte in a biological fluid. The patent describes a cartridge designed to collect the target analyte from a fluid sample and perform an assay. The cartridge features an assay stack that includes a first separation layer, a second separation layer, and a detection membrane. It also contains a plurality of first complexes comprising a capture molecule and a magnetic bead, along with a plurality of second complexes that include a detection molecule and a detection label. The detection membrane interacts with the detection label to produce a quantifiable response in the presence of the target analyte. This response correlates with the amount of detection antibody present, which in turn corresponds to the amount of the target analyte.

Career Highlights

Kristy McKeating is currently employed at Fitbit, Inc., where she continues to innovate in the field of health technology. Her work at Fitbit emphasizes the importance of accessible and efficient health monitoring solutions.

Collaborations

Kristy collaborates with Herschel Watkins, contributing to the advancement of their projects and enhancing the overall impact of their work.

Conclusion

Kristy McKeating's contributions to biomedical analysis through her innovative patents and work at Fitbit, Inc. highlight her role as a leading inventor in the field. Her dedication to improving point-of-care testing methods is paving the way for more efficient health monitoring solutions.