Methods and systems for processing microscale devices for reuse
US7514046B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 4, 2004 |
| Grant date | Apr 7, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 30, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L2400/0487
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This invention provides methods and systems for flushing, washing, and priming microscale devices for reuse. Washing and priming methods include flowing solutions from a manifold to flush wells and microchannels of a microfluidic chip. Systems include manifolds adapted to seal and flow solutions or gasses into chip wells. Devices include microfluidic devices with data storage modules to track the reprocessing status of the microscale devices.
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