Vacuum manifold for filtration microscopy
US11366047B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 9, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jun 21, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 9, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06T2207/10056
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A vacuum manifold for filtration microscopy includes a manifold top having multiple openings, and a capture membrane positioned above and spaced apart from the manifold top, where the capture membrane is configured to deflect into contact with a surface of the manifold top when a negative pressure is applied to the multiple openings. A method for filtration microscopy includes the steps of providing a vacuum manifold including a manifold top having a plurality of openings, and a capture membrane positioned above and spaced apart from the manifold top; applying sample drops to sample spots on the membrane, the sample spots positioned above the plurality of openings; applying a negative pressure to the openings such that the capture membrane contacts a surface of the manifold top; and optically imaging particulates on the capture membrane.
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