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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Aug. 21, 2012
Filed:
Dec. 11, 2008
Stephanie M. Martin, Woodstock, GA (US);
John G. Macdonald, Decatur, GA (US);
Erica M. Phillips, Woodstock, GA (US);
Stephanie M. Martin, Woodstock, GA (US);
John G. MacDonald, Decatur, GA (US);
Erica M. Phillips, Woodstock, GA (US);
Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc., Neenah, WI (US);
Abstract
A clinical testing assay device that can differentiate bacterial from viral infections is described. The assay device has a sample contact zone with an absorbent pad on which a test sample is deposited and a detection zone with a colorant indicator that is sensitive to bacteria cells. The colorant indicator changes color when exposed to a bacteria sample. The color change signal can manifest relatively quickly, usually within a few minutes, and with an intensity correlative to the concentration of bacteria in a test sample. A method of use is also provided.