Active biochip for nucleic acid analysis
US8367397B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 15, 2007 |
| Grant date | Feb 5, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 3, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L2400/0677
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Embodiments of the invention relate to an active biochip for nucleic acid analysis. The biochip comprises an inlet for introducing a nucleic acid sample, fluid channels, valves in contact with the fluid channels and pumps in contact with the fluid channels and adapted to generate a carrier gas or move a buffer through a portion of the fluid channels. The biochip also includes one or more hydroxyapatite columns for separating a portion of the nucleic acid sample, buffer reservoirs in contact with the fluid channels and positioned near the pumps, air exits, a waste reservoir and a nucleic acid analysis region.
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