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Multi-directional microfluidic devices comprising a pan-capture binding region

US8921123B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Assignee

The Regents of the University of California · US

Inventors

Amy E. Herr · Oakland, US
Dohyun Kim · Yongin-si, KR

Key dates

Filing date	Nov 22, 2011
Grant date	Dec 30, 2014
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Nov 22, 2031

Classification

Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
CPC primaryY10T436/255
WIPO fieldMeasurement
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Microfluidic devices and methods for using the same are provided. Aspects of the invention include microfluidic devices that include a separation medium and a pan-capture binding medium. The microfluidic devices are configured to subject a sample to two or more directionally distinct electric fields. Also provided are methods of using the devices as well as systems and kits that include the devices. The devices, systems and methods find use in a variety of different applications, including diagnostic and validation assays.

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