Microfluidic devices and methods of using same
US7476363B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 2, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jan 13, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 24, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12Q1/686
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An M×N matrix microfluidic device for performing a matrix of reactions, the device having a plurality of reaction cells in communication with one of either a sample inlet or a reagent inlet through a via formed within an elastomeric block of the device. Methods provided include a method for forming vias in parallel in an elastomeric layer of an elastomeric block of a microfluidic device, the method comprising using patterned photoresist masks and etching reagents to etch away regions or portions of an elastomeric layer of the elastomeric block.
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