Analysis using microfluidic partitioning devices
US9364829B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 12, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jun 14, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 14, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L2400/0655
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention relates to methods, reagents and devices for detection and characterization of nucleic acids, cells, and other biological samples. Assay method are provided in which a sample is partitioned into sub-samples, and analysis of the contents of the sub-samples carried out. The invention also provides microfluidic devices for conducting the assay. The invention also provides an analysis method using a universal primers and probes for amplification and detection.
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