Fluorescence illumination assembly for an imaging apparatus and method
US7466418B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 1, 2007 |
| Grant date | Dec 16, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 1, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2201/0826
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A macroscopic fluorescence illumination assembly is provided for use with an imaging apparatus with a light-tight imaging compartment. The imaging apparatus includes an interior wall defining a view port extending into the imaging compartment to enable viewing of a specimen contained therein. The illumination assembly includes a specimen support surface facing toward the view port of the imaging apparatus. The support surface defines a window portion that enables the passage of light there through. The window portion is selectively sized and dimensioned such that the specimen, when supported atop the support surface, can be positioned and seated over the window portion in a manner forming a light-tight seal substantially there between.
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