Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing – Including sample preparation
Reexamination Certificate
2006-04-11
2006-04-11
Warden, Jill (Department: 1743)
Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing
Including sample preparation
C436S180000, C422S091000, C422S105000, C422S068100, C422S051000, C422S067000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07026168
ABSTRACT:
Methods and devices for thermal processing of multiple samples at the same time are disclosed. The sample processing devices provide process arrays that include conduits useful in distributing sample materials to a group pf process chambers located in fluid communication with the main conduits. The sample processing devices may include one or more of the following features in various combinations: deformable seals, process chambers connected to the main conduit by feeder conduits exiting the main conduit at offset locations, U-shaped loading chambers, and a combination of melt bonded and adhesively bonded areas.
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Aysta James E.
Bedingham William
Robole Barry W.
Wood Kenneth B.
3M Innovative Properties Company
Gordon Brian R.
Warden Jill
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