Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology – Apparatus – Inoculator – streaker – or sampler
Reexamination Certificate
2007-04-17
2007-04-17
Redding, David (Department: 1744)
Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology
Apparatus
Inoculator, streaker, or sampler
C422S083000, C422S105000, C073S028050, C073S863220
Reexamination Certificate
active
10808114
ABSTRACT:
A device for collecting viable gas-borne matter includes an inlet and an outlet and a plate provided intermediate the inlet and the outlet and having a first surface facing the inlet and a second surface facing the outlet. A substance is provided on the first surface of the plate for capturing viable matter carried in a gas drawn through the inlet. The substance is configured to maintain the viable matter in a living state without promoting growth of the viable matter.
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Foley & Lardner LLP
Redding David
Zefon International, Inc.
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