Patch area cell adhesion
US9649630B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 8, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 16, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 5, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L2300/165
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention provides a chip for use in a microfluidic analysis system, for example a patch-clamp system, said chip having improved cell adhesion through a predetermined pattern of hydrophobic and hydrophilic regions. A method for manufacture of the chips, and a method for improving the adhesion of a cell to a chip are also disclosed.
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