Systems and methods for detecting infectious diseases
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Centrifuge configurations
US9128015B2 · US · B2
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Publication number | US-9128015-B2 |
| Application number | US-201414480960-A |
| Country | US |
| Kind code | B2 |
| Filing date | Sep 9, 2014 |
| Priority date | Sep 25, 2011 |
| Publication date | Sep 8, 2015 |
| Grant date | Sep 8, 2015 |
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Systems and methods are provided for sample processing. A device may be provided, capable of receiving the sample, and performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing multiple assays. The device may comprise one or more modules that may be capable of performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing the steps using a small volume of sample.
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What is claimed is: 1. A sample processing device comprising: a programmable fluid handling system; a cartridge receiving location accessible by the programmable fluid handling system; at least one optical detector positioned at a location accessible by the programmable fluid handling system; a centrifuge positioned at a location accessible by the programmable fluid handling system, wherein the centrifuge comprises: a motor assembly comprising a rotor configured to rotate a…
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- What does patent US9128015B2 cover?
- Systems and methods are provided for sample processing. A device may be provided, capable of receiving the sample, and performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing multiple assays. The device may comprise one or more modules that may be capable of performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detect…
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- Theranos Inc
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- Primary CPC classification B04B5/0421. Mapped technology areas include Operations & Transport.
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- Publication date Tue Sep 08 2015 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) (B2). Legal status and post-grant events are not shown on this page.
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