Infrared thermography

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2005-04-19

2005-04-19

Smith, Lynette R. F. (Department: 1645)

Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing

Measurement includes temperature change of the material...

C436S002000, C435S005000, C128S126100

Reexamination Certificate

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06881584

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates, in general, to thermography and, in particular, to a method of using infrared thermography to monitor physiological and molecular events that elicit a thermogenic response in animals (including humans), plants, tissues, cells and cell-free systems. The present method can be used for screening, identifying, and ranking drug candidates for multiple diseases, disorders and conditions.

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