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Method for prolonged storage of DNA molecules and packaging implementing said method

US6461571B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 6, 2000
Grant dateOct 8, 2002
Priority date
Expiry dateNov 6, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N15/10
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A process for the long-term preservation of DNA molecules and a packaging for practicing the same provides for extraction, purification and dehumidification of the DNA by any suitable technique carrying out an encapsulation in a sealed corrosion-proof metallic capsule of the DNA molecule.

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