Methods and Devices for Rapid Urine Concentration

摘要

The present invention provides a device for the concentration of one or more target analytes contained in a urine sample. The device comprises a tube comprising an upper portion defining an opening for receiving the urine sample and a lower tapered portion terminating in collection reservoir. The tube contains a predetermined amount of a particulate binding agent which specifically binds the one or more target analytes and of a predetermined amount of a binding buffer. The device comprises means for seating the opening of the tube. The present invention further provides methods and kits for concentrating one or more target analytes in murine sample.