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Cell handling method for cell fusion processor

US5183744A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 23, 1989
Grant dateFeb 2, 1993
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Expiry dateOct 23, 2009

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N13/00
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method and an apparatus for the treatment of particles or biological cells are disclosed, wherein the particles or cells are precipitated or ascended depending on the specific gravity of a liquid used, and the particles or cells are handled with the aid of a holding plate. A method and an apparatus for the fusion of particles or cells are also disclosed, wherein an electric voltage is loaded on a position between electrodes in a microchamber to fuse the particles or cells held in the microchamber.

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