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Method of denaturing and fragmenting DNA or RNA using ultrasound

US7625746B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 24, 2006
Grant dateDec 1, 2009
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Expiry dateJul 24, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01L2400/0439
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method and apparatus are provided for processing a DNA or RNA sample within a sample processing module. The method includes the steps of providing a sample well within the sample processing module that contains the DNA or RNA sample, coupling ultrasonic energy from an external source into the sampling well and denaturing and fragmenting the DNA or RNA sample using the ultrasonic energy.

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