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Consumable data management

US8770471B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 26, 2011
Grant dateJul 8, 2014
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Expiry dateJul 26, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P90/80
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention relates to methods, devices and systems for associating consumable data with an assay consumable used in a biological assay. Provided are assay systems and associated consumables, wherein the assay system adjusts one or more steps of an assay protocol based on consumable data specific for that consumable. Various types of consumable data are described, as well as methods of using such information in the conduct of an assay by an assay system.

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