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Apparatus and methods for processing biological samples and a reservoir therefor

US7901634B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 7, 2005
Grant dateMar 8, 2011
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Expiry dateJan 7, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T436/143333
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An apparatus for processing at least one biological sample accommodated on at least one carrier member (15) in a chamber includes at least one reservoir (18) able to accommodate a fluid arranged on a surface inside the chamber adjacent to and/or facing a substantial part of the at least one biological sample. The apparatus may comprise a bottom member (12) arranged to support at least one carrier member (15) carrying at least one biological sample and a lid (14) including at least one fluid reservoir (18). The reservoir filled with water provides humidity to the chamber and impedes drying out of the sample.

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