摘要:
Collection devices, kits and methods related to sample collection and analysis can be used to collect and store samples (e.g., biological samples) from a variety of sources and optionally, for analysis of such samples (e.g., forensics analysis, medical diagnostics, etc.). Methods of production and use thereof are described herein. A device for collecting a sample (e.g., a sample including nucleic acid) includes an outer protective housing and a collection tip operably coupled to a carrier. The collection tip includes a hydrophilic and at least partially soluble material (e.g., hydrophilic and at least partially soluble polycaprolactone (PCL)) and is movable (e.g., retractable) from a first protected position within the outer protective housing to a second collecting position outside the outer protective housing.
摘要:
The present invention relates to the field of biomarkers. More specifically, the present invention provides methods and compositions useful for diagnosing and/or prognosing prostate cancer. In a specific embodiment, a method for diagnosing prostate cancer or a likelihood thereof in a patient comprising the steps of (a) obtaining a biological sample from the patient; (b) subjecting the sample to an assay for detecting expression of one or more of ACSM2A, BDH2, C19orf51, C8orf76, CGB5, CSMD3, DAZ2, DUX4, FAM22G, FAM90A1, GABBR2, GRM3, HMMR, HOXC4, KAAG1, KRIT1, KRTAP20-1, LOC392196, LOC441956, LOC650293, LTB4R, METTL7B, NEK2, OR11H12, OR2J3, OR2L8, OR2M1P, OR2T3, OR4F5, OR52A4, OR5211, PGA3, PHACTR3, PMP2, PRAMEF6, PSG1, SIGLEC10, SOX11, SPDYE1, SSX1, TCEB3B, TCFL5, TFAP2D, TSPY2, UGT2B10, UGT2B11, UGT2B28, WDR49, and WFDC5; and (c) determining that the patient has prostate cancer or a likelihood thereof if the expression of the one or more biomarkers is increased relative to a reference non-prostate cancer sample.
摘要:
Collection of biological fluids. At least some of the example embodiments are polymeric sleeves including: an elongate body that defines a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and a longitudinal central axis; a main passageway through the elongate body along the central axis, the main passageway extends from the first end to the second end, and the main passageway having a first aperture on the first end and a second aperture on the second end; a first member suspended over the first aperture on the first end, the first member having a first initial passageway substantially aligned with the main passageway; and a first plurality of stanchion portions that extend between the first member and the first end.
摘要:
Collection of biological fluids. At least some of the example embodiments are methods including: placing a lower mold component, the lower mold component structurally defines a negative image of an insertion end of a polymeric sleeve; stacking into mating relationship a first disk member, the first disk member structural defines a negative image of an anterior volume vented to atmosphere on the insertion end of the polymeric sleeve; coupling a rod member to the disk member, an exterior surface of the rod member defines a negative image of a main passageway through the polymeric sleeve; closing an outer mold assembly around the rod member, an interior surface of the outer mold assembly structurally defines a negative image of an outer surface of the polymeric sleeve; and injecting a polymeric compound in a liquid state into the outer mold assembly.
摘要:
A sperm collector is provided. The sperm collector includes an insert having a penis insertion passage. The sperm collector also includes a container having an outer shell forming an inside chamber. The outer shell has at least one opening. The inside chamber is configured to accommodate the insert. The sperm collector also includes a top end cover capable of being engaged with the container. The sperm collector further includes an elastic pressing unit disposed on the outer shell and coupled to the insert through the opening on the outer shell. The elastic pressing unit is configured to transmit pressure to the insert through the opening on the outer shell.
摘要:
An artificial insemination device may include a condom having a sheath and a reinforced cup that caps one end of the sheath, thereby having an inner concave surface and an outer convex surface; and a delivery handle comprising an elongate extension sized, shaped, shaped to contact the outer convex surface of the condom cup.
摘要:
The present invention provides a naturally based Sperm Separation System (SSS) for separation of at least a portion of sperm cell populations (SCP) within an original semen sample, such that an enπched SCP sample is obtained, comprising a a sperm separation device, comprising ι) a first chamber adapted to contain at least a portion of said original semen sample, said first chamber is characterized by predetermined 3D shape and volume, V, said first chamber is bounded by a rim such that said original sample is kept below said rim, n) a second chamber in physical communication with said first chamber and said nm, said second chamber is characterized by predetermined 3D shape and volume, V1, said second chamber is adapted to reside said enriched SCP sample, b incubation means, adapted to socket at least one of said cell separation device and to homogeneously thermoregulate the temperature within the same
摘要:
There is provided a biological fluid receptacle that includes an outer surface adapted to be affixed to a carrier and a receptacle cavity adapted to receive and retain biological fluids.
摘要:
Disclosed are devices and methods to improve sampling of prostate secretions for purposes of diagnoses, staging, assessment of malignant potential, prognosis.
摘要:
The present application describes a device for collecting biological samples comprising at least one collection protrusion comprising at least one tip; and at least one pad for contacting the tip.