Thermal cycling apparatus
US8003370B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 15, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 23, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 15, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L2300/1861
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This invention provides an apparatus for providing heating and cooling of samples in sample vessels having uniform temperature profiles. The apparatus can be used for performing PCR, and real time PCR in particular, with control and uniformity. The system employs a heat block containing a liquid composition to efficiently transfer heat to and from reaction vessels.
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