Method for transporting substances into living cells and tissues and apparatus therefor
US5036006A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 17, 1989 |
| Grant date | Jul 30, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 17, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N15/8207
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Inert or biologically active particles are accelerated or propelled at cells at a speed such that the particles can penetrate the surface of the cells and become incorporated into the interior of the cells. The process can be used to mark cells or tissue or to biochemically affect tissues or tissue in situ as well as single cells in vitro. Apparatus for accelerating or propelling the particles toward target cells or tissues are also disclosed. A method for releasing particles adhered to a rotor device is also disclosed.
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