Apparatus for transporting substances into living cells and tissues
US5371015A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 9, 1991 |
| Grant date | Dec 6, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 9, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N15/8207
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Inert or biologically active particles are propelled at cell at a speed whereby the particles 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 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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