Cartridge for preparing a sample fluid containing cells for analysis
US10335786B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 30, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jul 2, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 9, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L2400/0683
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A cartridge configured for use in a blood analyzer is provided. The cartridge may include a substantially rigid frame, a flow path within the rigid frame, at least one opening in the substantially rigid frame configured to align and stabilize a capillary tube, and a seal within the flow path. The seal may be configured to temporarily obstruct flow through at least a portion of the flow path. The seal may also be configured to open in response to a force exerted via a capillary tube inserted into the at least one opening.
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