Heterogenous surface functionalization
US10001478B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 14, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jun 19, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 27, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L2300/0832
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates to a microcarrier comprising at least a detection surface for performing an assay, said detection surface comprising a first area being functionalized with a first functional group for detecting at least a chemical and/or biological interaction, said first area being designed for providing a first signal. The microcarrier is characterized in that the detection surface further comprises a second area being designed for providing a second signal different from the first signal, said second signal being emitted during the assay. Thus, information about the presence of the at least a chemical and/or biological interaction is provided by a comparison of the first signal and the second signal.
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