Optics: eye examining – vision testing and correcting – Eye examining or testing instrument – Objective type
Reexamination Certificate
2011-08-16
2011-08-16
Collins, Darryl J (Department: 2873)
Optics: eye examining, vision testing and correcting
Eye examining or testing instrument
Objective type
C351S206000, C359S619000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07997732
ABSTRACT:
The multi-aperture system of the present invention provides a retinal oximetry apparatus for determining the level of oxygen saturation in retinal vessels using a lenslet array comprising at least seven lenses for the simultaneous measurement of reflected light with at least three wavelengths and at least four polarization states. The multi-aperture system of the present invention further provides an apparatus for determining the level of oxygen saturation in retinal vessels using a lenslet array comprising at least ten lenses for the simultaneous measurement of reflected light with at least three wavelengths for oxygen measurement, at least three wavelengths for melanin content, and at least four polarization states. Methods of operating the same are also provided.
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Mathews Scott A.
Mirotznik Mark
Ramella-Roman Jessica C.
Collins Darryl J
Jagtiani Ajay A.
The Catholic University of America
Vedder Price P.C.
Wilkes Zachary
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