Patent ID: 7863053
Filing Date: 2011-01-04
Classification: A61B,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A diagnostic test system for detecting the presence or absence of an analyte within a test sample, the system comprising a swab for collecting the test sample and a detection unit, the detection unit comprising: a first component that includes an insertion chamber within which a fluid is capable of being retained, the swab being insertable into the insertion chamber through a sample port; a hydraulic seal that is capable of forming a sealing fit between the sample port and the swab; a flexible packet that is capable of retaining the fluid within the insertion chamber; a second component that includes a connection channel in fluid communication with a detection chamber, wherein an assay device is positioned within the detection chamber, wherein the first component, second component, and assay device extend along a longitudinal axis; and wherein rotation of the first component about the longitudinal axis relative to the second component allows the fluid to flow from the insertion chamber, through the connection channel, and into the detection chamber to contact the assay device.