Systems and methods for measurement optimization

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2007-08-28

2007-08-28

Stafira, Michael (Department: 2886)

Optics: measuring and testing

Of light reflection

C356S244000

Reexamination Certificate

active

11250179

ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to methods and systems for detecting and or analyzing an agent in a sample with a chip having optical components incorporated therein.

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