Apparatus for detecting target molecules and related methods
US8187541B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 18, 2007 |
| Grant date | May 29, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 23, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/8811
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus for analysis of a sample and in particular of a biological sample. The apparatus contains a microfluidic chip with dies, adapted to be selectively activated or deactivated by presence of target molecules in the biological sample. The apparatus further contains a light source to emit light for illumination of the microfluidic chip and an optical filter to allow passage of the light from the dies once activated or deactivated by the presence of the target molecules. A method for pressurizing a microfluidic chip is also disclosed, where a chamber is provided, the chamber is connected with the microfluidic chip and pressure is applied to the chamber.
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