ANALYTICAL TEST STRIP WITH INTEGRATED BATTERY

摘要

A test strip for use with an analyte meter comprises an integrated power source, such as a battery wherein the test strip is configured upon insertion into the meter to provide sufficient power for completing a sample assay without requiring a separate power source in the meter.

主权项

1. A test strip for use with an analyte meter, the test strip comprising:
a substantially planar substrate; a sample chamber formed in the substrate and configured for receiving a sample from a user; and an integrated power source configured for providing electrical power to the analyte meter upon insertion of the test strip therein, thereby enabling the meter to be sufficiently powered to perform an assay on the sample using only the electrical power provided by the test strip.