Patents by Inventor Steve David Figard

Steve David Figard has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Buffer composition for reagents for immunoassay
    Patent number: 5773212
    Abstract: An aqueous composition suitable for use when performing immunological procedures. The composition includes at least one biological buffer, dithiothreitol (alternatively referred to herein as "DTT"), and ethylene glycol. The composition can also include at least one biological detergent, at least one source of positive and negative counterions, e.g., salt, and at least one viscosity modifier, e.g., sugar. The buffer also can include at least one preservative, such as sodium azide. The pH of the composition preferably ranges from about 6.4 to 7.2. A kit containing the composition is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 30, 1998
    Assignee: Abbott Laboratories
    Inventor: Steve David Figard