摘要 |
A disposable immunodiagnostic test system tests for marker proteins in a sample and includes intimately contacting passage, protein, and absorbent layers. The passage layer is non-porous and has an aperture therethrough. The protein layer is porous, has combinable proteins immobilized thereon, and enables passage of the sample therethrough. The protein layer has an active surface aligned with the passage layer aperture. The sample is introduced onto the protein layer through the passage layer aperture. In positive results, the marker proteins are bound to the combinable proteins and immobilized relative to the protein layer. In negative results, the sample passes through the protein layer, and is absorbed by the absorbent layer. A housing may also be provided, as may a wash structure. The system may be constructed of combustible materials that produce non-toxic by-products upon incineration, preferably enabling ecologically responsible disposal after diagnostic use of the system.
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