摘要 |
<p>An assay device for detecting the presence or absence of an analyte in a liquid sample. The assay device comprising a planar matrix having a sample receiving zone (12) for receiving the liquid sample; a labeling zone (14) in fluid communication with the sample receiving zone; a capture zone (16) in fluid communication with the labeling zone; and an absorbent zone (18) in fluid communication with the capture zone, wherein the absorbent zone includes a dessicant material.</p> |