Method for transporting substances into living cells and tissues and apparatus therefor
US5478744A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 12, 1994 |
| Grant date | Dec 26, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 12, 2014 |
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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