Optics: measuring and testing – By polarized light examination
Reexamination Certificate
2004-12-30
2008-09-23
Connolly, Patrick J (Department: 2877)
Optics: measuring and testing
By polarized light examination
Reexamination Certificate
active
07428048
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for image elastic scattering spectroscopy is disclosed that is comprised of a light source for generating polarized light. Means are provided to convey the polarized light to a target. A collector receives light reflected from the target. A detector is responsive to the collector for generating images at both parallel and perpendicular polarizations for each of a plurality of wavelengths. A range finder detects a distance to the target. Control electronics control the image generation and the range finder. The apparatus may be configured to image areas on the surface of the body or configured so as to be inserted into various body cavities. Typically, the apparatus will be used in conjunction with an analyzer for analyzing the images for evidence of abnormal cells. Methods of gathering data and of screening for abnormal cells are also disclosed.
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Farkas Daniel L.
Farkas Miriam
Lindsley Erik H.
Wachman Elliot S.
Wachman Jill
Connolly Patrick J
Fish & Richardson P.C.
Skovholt Jonathan
Spectral Molecular Imaging Inc.
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