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Microfluidic system and methods of use

US6632619B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 16, 1997
Grant dateOct 14, 2003
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Expiry dateMay 16, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S436/805
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention relates to a novel microfluidic device and methods of using this device to conduct in vitro studies on the reaction and effects of various compounds on cells. More particularly, it relates to a method for using stop flow in a microfluidic system to study the effect of compounds on individual cells.

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