ANALYTE TEST STRIP ASSAYS, AND TEST STRIPS AND KITS FOR USE IN PRACTICING THE SAME

摘要

Methods of evaluating a sample, e.g., a saliva sample, for the presence of an analyte, e.g., glucose, are provided. Aspects of the methods include: placing a sample onto a sample receiving location of a test strip device, where the test strip device includes analyte detection reagents; and then obtaining a signal from the test strip assay device to evaluate the sample for the presence of the analyte; where the methods include contacting the sample with an antibacterial agent at some point during the assay. Also provided are test strips and kits configured for use in the methods.

主权项

1. A method of evaluating a sample for the presence of an analyte, the method comprising:
a) placing the sample onto a sample receiving location of a test strip assay device comprising analyte detection reagents; and b) obtaining a signal from the test strip assay device to evaluate the sample for the presence of the analyte; wherein the method comprises contacting the saliva sample with an antibacterial agent.