Microfluidics devices and methods for performing cell based assays
US6818435B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 15, 2001 |
| Grant date | Nov 16, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 8, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T436/111666
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This invention provides methods and apparatus for performing microanalytic analyses and procedures, particularly miniaturized cell based assays. These methods are useful for performing a variety of cell-based assays, including drug candidate screening, life sciences research, and clinical and molecular diagnostics.
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