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Test element and method of use for analyzing body fluids

  • US 7,763,470 B2
  • Filed: 09/22/2007
  • Issued: 07/27/2010
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/22/2005
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. An analytical test element for determining presence or concentration of an analyte in a body fluid, comprising:

  • an application site adapted to receive a body fluid sample;

    a detection area spaced from the application site and configured for analyzing the body fluid sample;

    a transport element disposed between the application site and the detection area, the transport element being configured to transport the body fluid sample from the application site to the detection area; and

    a contamination area at least partially adjoining and surrounding the application site, the contamination area comprising an adhesive exposed for contact by the body fluid sample and adapted to adhere a dried portion of the body fluid sample to the analytical test element.

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