Automated molecular pathology apparatus having independent slide heaters
US7396508B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 12, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jul 8, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 12, 2020 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T436/2575
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus and methods for automatically staining or treating multiple tissue samples mounted on microscope slides are provided. Individualized slide temperature control is accomplished by the heating system according to the present invention that has thermal platforms radially mounted to the carousel for heating the slides and sensing the temperature of each. The heating system also permits automated de-waxing if necessary.
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