One-directional microball valve for a microfluidic device

Details One-directional microball valve for a microfluidic device One-directional microball valve for a microfluidic device

2005-06-07

2005-06-07

Lee, Kevin (Department: 3753)

Fluid handling

With heating or cooling of the system

C137S533110, C137S829000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06901949

ABSTRACT:
A microfluidic device that includes a microball valve is provided. The microball valve is capable of preventing or interrupting fluid flow through the microfluidic device. The microfluidic device can include a substrate layer, and a microfluidic pathway that includes the microball valve. Methods are provided for manipulating fluids using the microfluidic device.

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International Search Report, mailed Jul. 26, 2004, for International Application No. PCT/US03/22470 (5 pages).

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