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System for detecting infectious agents using computer-controlled automated image analysis

US8385625B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 22, 2011
Grant dateFeb 26, 2013
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Expiry dateJul 22, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06T2207/30024
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method for providing quantitative information regarding the extent of infection of host cells by an infectious agent. A microscope image of a specimen of a bodily fluid is analyzed using image processing techniques to quantify the percentage of the area of the specimen that is infected.

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