Optical sensor for analyte detection
US9410887B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 4, 2013 |
| Grant date | Aug 9, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 30, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N21/648
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices, systems, and methods for detection of an analyte in a sample are disclosed. In some embodiments, an optical sensor can include a metallic layer and a plurality of dielectric pillars extending through the metallic layer. A plurality of regions of concentrated light can be supported in proximity to the ends of the plurality of dielectric pillars when a surface of the metallic layer is illuminated. Concentrated light within one or more of these regions can interact with an analyte molecule, allowing for detection of the analyte.
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