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2011-06-14

2011-06-14

Pham, Hoa Q (Department: 2886)

Optics: measuring and testing

Blood analysis

C600S322000, C362S154000

Reexamination Certificate

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07961305

ABSTRACT:
Embodiments of the invention relate to an internal reflection light funnel, including an internal reflection cone having a first diameter at an entrance end and a second diameter at an exit end, the first diameter being greater than the second diameter; and a light source embedded within the cone. The funnel has a half angle of less than about 25 degrees.

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