Magnetic ink tissue markings

Details Magnetic ink tissue markings Magnetic ink tissue markings

2008-03-18

2008-03-18

Koslow, C. Melissa (Department: 1755)

Compositions: coating or plastic

Coating or plastic compositions

Marking

C106S031320, C008S404000, C252S06251C, C252S062560, C252S062540, C128S898000, C128S899000, C600S012000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07344587

ABSTRACT:
The invention provides tissue markings (such as tattoos) comprising magnetic particles, e.g., magnetite, and methods for making and altering, e.g., removing them.

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