Radiant energy – Irradiation of objects or material
Reexamination Certificate
2006-06-06
2006-06-06
Berman, Jack I. (Department: 2881)
Radiant energy
Irradiation of objects or material
C250S50400H, C250S455110, C250S43200R, C250S436000, C313S607000, C313S634000, C313S231710, C313S573000, C313S234000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07057189
ABSTRACT:
Methods, systems and apparatus for photo-processing of fluids, particularly complex fluids, such as blood products, pharmaceuticals, injectables and vaccines, are provided. The disclosed methods and systems employ non-laser light source(s) to generate monochromatic light energy, preferably in the range of 260 nm to 310 nm, for fluid treatment. Advantageous processing regimens and/or adjunct additives and/or agents may also be used to achieve desired and/or enhanced results, e.g., inactivation of pathogens, bacteria and/or viruses, modulation of immune response, and/or leukoreduction. Particularly preferred embodiments include specific wavelengths, novel temperature control systems and geometric/structural arrangements that provide enhanced processing results and/or efficiencies. The disclosed methods, systems and apparatus achieve desirable results in a broad range of diagnostic, therapeutic and treatment applications, and generally provide enhanced operating efficiencies and/or processing results in application modalities that employ a broad range of photo-activated and/or photo-responsive materials and/or compounds.
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Berman Jack I.
McCarter & English LLP
Triton Thalassic Technologies, Inc.
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