Fluid processing device including size-changing barrier
US8383062B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 12, 2010 |
| Grant date | Feb 26, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 12, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T436/2575
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A diagnostic device is provided that includes a plurality of retainment regions interconnected through at least one fluid processing passageway or separated by at least one barrier. A fluid flow modulator can be provided in the fluid processing passageway if a fluid processing passageway is provided. The barrier and/or fluid flow modulator can comprise a polysaccharide, a derivative of a polysaccharide, or a combination thereof. For example, the barrier can comprise a chitosan material.
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