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Method for monitoring flow rate using fluorescent markers

US7037416B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 11, 2001
Grant dateMay 2, 2006
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Expiry dateDec 29, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01L2400/082
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Microfluidic methods, devices, and systems are provided for monitoring and controlling flow rates in response to one or more marker signals. The marker signals are used to provide an indication of flow rate in the various channels of the devices. Signals obtained from the markers are deconvoluted and used in a feedback loop to make flow rate adjustments.

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