Abstract: A test strip having a small sample-receiving chamber on the order of less than 1 microliter. The inventive test strip includes a reagent layer that extends across the width of the test strip and also extends to the sample-receiving end, such that the edges of the reagent layer are aligned with the side and dose receiving edges of the test strip. The hydrophilic reagent extending to the dosing edge of the strip promotes wicking of the sample into the test strip. The end and side edges of the reagent layer are preferably formed as part of a cutting process that forms individual test strips from a larger web, which results in a smooth and thin reagent layer with a uniform thickness, substantially covering the entire floor of the sample-receiving chamber. The inventive mass production process helps improve the reproducibility of the quantity, location, thickness and other properties of the reagent layer, which in turn improves the accuracy of the test result.

Abstract: A dispensing container for two flowable products for separately dispensing the two flowable products includes a first container receiving a first flowable product and including a first dispensing outlet and defining a hollow interior, a second container receiving a second flowable product and including a second dispensing outlet, the second container being positioned in the hollow interior. A fitment is assembled into the first dispensing outlet and connects to the second dispensing outlet. The fitment defines an inner outlet for dispensing the second flowable product and an outer outlet for dispensing the first flowable product. An adapter sleeve is assembled to the fitment. A hollow dispensing spout is inserted into the inner container, through the inner outlet, and defines an open outlet. A threaded closing cap is connected to the adapter sleeve and includes a plug portion for closing off the open outlet of the dispensing spout.