Sample capture and transport unit
US10617397B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 22, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 14, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 16, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L2300/0654
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A sample capture and transport unit comprises a housing defining a substrate chamber for containing a sample-capture substrate. The housing comprises at least a first part and a second part which are movable relative to one another ⋅ i) from a first closed configuration in which the substrate chamber is inaccessible; ⋅ ii) to a first open configuration in which access to the substrate chamber is enabled to allow capturing of a skin-print on a sample-capture substrate contained within the substrate chamber; and subsequently ⋅ iii) into a second closed configuration in which the substrate chamber is again inaccessible. The unit further comprises a retaining mechanism for retaining it in the second closed configuration. The retaining mechanism is disablable to permit movement of the unit out of the second closed configuration. A sample can be obtained at a first location, secured for transport and analysed at a second location.
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