Test strip for simultaneous detection of a plurality of analytes

摘要

A test strip for simultaneously measuring a plurality of analytes in blood or other fluids comprising a plurality of reagent pads containing reagents specific to particular analytes located on a support. Each reagent pad is covered and in close contact with a sample distributing layer and an optional blood filtering layer. Color produced by analytes in the sample is viewed through apertures in the support. The colors of the pads are read simultaneously with an instrument such as a reflectance meter containing individual LED's as light sources for each reagent pad. The intensity of the color of the individual pad can be used to detect semi-quantitative or quantitative concentration of analytes in a sample on site, allowing for quick communication of results to a remote site by electronic means.