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Method and apparatus for identifying chromosomes or cells

US5138170A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 20, 1991
Grant dateAug 11, 1992
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Expiry dateMay 20, 2011

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N2021/6441
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method and an apparatus for sorting chromosomes or cells by utilizing a difference in fluorescent profilepatterns. A linear laser beam having a high beam intensity is formed from several fringe patterns, and fluorescence intensities from local portions of chromosome or cell are measured in real-time. Resolution of chromosome or cell is improved. A type of flowing chromosome or cell which permits the rotational conditions within a range can be sorted accurately and rapidly.

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