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Susan R. Newsom0
William G. Meathrel0
Andrew P. Full0
Cathy M. Moritz0
Mary Robertson0
Nathan A. Meyer0
Scott D. Barnhart0
Date of Patent
December 30, 2008
Patent Application Number
10970383
Date Filed
October 22, 2004
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Patent abstract
The invention provides disintegratable film compositions for diagnostic test devices. The films are prepared with a combination of components that yield films of sufficient film strength and desired disintegration profiles. A disintegratable film according to the present invention contains a water soluble high molecular weight component, a water soluble low molecular weight component, and one or more reagents for use in a diagnostic device. Optionally, the films further contain a starch component, a glucose component, a plasticizer and/or a humectant, and/or a filler. The invention further provides a diagnostic testing device, which includes a film according to an embodiment of the invention, and methods of using such devices.
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