ПЕРЕНОСНОЙ КОМПЛЕКТ ДЛЯ ЛАБОРАТОРНЫХ ИССЛЕДОВАНИЙ

FIELD: microbiology. SUBSTANCE: portable set has three containers mounted one after another in body. In the case upper container is hinged and provides with small table in the form of flap plate, to which supports are fixed. Supports are made in the form of half-clamps for sand-glass. Plate-type spring is mounted in front of lower container inside the body and clamp catch Besides, there are belts fixed on the body. EFFECT: portable set for laboratory examinations allows to carry out examinations in motion and is autonomous. 4 cl, 2 dwg 7Уб ЭОС ПЧ Го (19) РОССИЙСКОЕ АГЕНТСТВО ПО ПАТЕНТАМ И ТОВАРНЫМ ЗНАКАМ ВИ” 2 056 944 ' ВОЛЕ 9/02, СОЛлЛ Мм 37/00, А (51) МПК 13) СЛ 61 В 19/02 12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ РОССИЙСКОЙ ФЕДЕРАЦИИ (21), (22) Заявка: 92015537/14, 30.12.1992 (46) Дата публикации: 27.03.1996 (56) Ссылки: 1. Авторское свидетельство СССР М 332827, кл. А 61В 19/02, 1972. 2. Авторское свидетельство СССР М 445427, кл. А 61В 1902, 1974. 3. Техническое описание и инструкция по эксплуатации КСП-11, 036.00.000.ТО, 1987. (71) Заявитель: Государственный научно-исследовательский институт биологического приборостроения (72) Изобретатель: Федотов Н.С., Климов В.С., Давыдкина Л.Е., Кувшинников В.Ф. ‚ Щенников В.С., Галкин И.Ю., Кадыков Н.В., Архипов Ю.М. (73) Патентообладатель: Государственный научно-исследовательский институт биологического приборостроения (54) ПЕРЕНОСНОЙ КОМПЛЕКТ ДЛЯ ЛАБОРАТОРНЫХ (57) Реферат: Изобретение относится к микробиологии, медицине, ветеринарии и аналитической химии и может быть использовано при исследовании окружающей среды, а также при санитарно-гигиенических исследованиях в больницах и госпиталях. Цель - обеспечение ВОЗМОЖНОСТИ работы С переносным комплектом на ходу и придания ему автономности. Устройство состоит из трех ИССЛЕДОВАНИЙ пеналов, установленных один над другим в корпусе, при этом верхний пенал шарнирно закреплен и снабжен столиком в виде откидной пластины, к которой прикреплены держатели в виде полухомутиков для песочных ...

Nachweis eines Analyten in einem wässrigen Medium

Testbesteck für den Nachweis eines Analyten in einer wässrigen Probe, umfassend chromatographische Teststreifen auf einen Hapten-Antihapten-Komplex sowie erste und zweite standardisierte Gefäße für die Aufnahme und zum Aufstellen von Teststreifen, welche für den Aufbau des Hapten-Antihapten-Komplexes auf der Innenwand aufgetrocknet jeweils erste und zweite Hapten-gekoppelte Rezeptoren gegen den Analyten enthalten, wobei ein Teil der standardisierten Gefäße zudem jeweils eine bekannte Menge an Analyt enthalten, eingebettet in einer glasartigen Schicht von Trehalose, die so auf eine Innenwand des Kontrollgefäßes als Schicht aufgetrocknet ist, dass die Schicht bei der Umsetzung der Probe mit den Hapten-gekoppelten Rezeptoren in der wässrigen Probenlösung in Lösung geht. Durch diese Standardisierungen können sicher Analyten in unbekannten Proben über einen Hapten-Antihapten-Komplex immunchromatographisch innerhalb weniger Minuten nachgewiesen werden.

Mobile controlled clean room laboratory unit

A multi-purpose laboratory room for mobile applications. The room comprises a housing structure having an airtight laboratory unit and an entrance unit, an air-conditioning and exhausting equipment unit to be installed in the upper part of the housing structure and a drain processing equipment unit to be equipped in the airtight laboratory unit. The clean levels of the laboratory unit and drain processing can be selected in multiple steps by electrical signal control. The laboratory room is composed of the hollow wall structure in the wall, floor and ceiling, in which air pressure in the hollow parts are controlled. The filter is provided with a heating device. In addition, an autoclave automatic sterilizing device is incorporated for processing drain. A suspension type vibration-isolating device is also equipped.

Analytical unit

An analytical unit of modular structure comprises interconnecting upper and lower sections. The upper section 1 comprises a working area containing glove ports 4, a sample port 4, a first liquid entry port 6 for water, a second liquid entry port 8 for neutralizing solution and a sink 5. The lower section 2 contains a fan 10 for withdrawing fumes from the upper section to the lower, an outlet 20 for the sink, a compartment 23 for the neutralizing solution, a compartment 25 for a solid neutralizing agent, an outlet for liquid waste, an outlet for the neutralizing solution and a pump 26 for circulating the neutralizing solution from the lower section to the upper. The unit is particularly suitable for use in palynological investigations where laboratory facilities are limited. ...

METHOD OF PREPARING MEASURING LIQUIDS

... 1494232 Testing liquids COMPUR-WERK GmbH & CO 27 March 1975 [8 May 1974] 13032/75 Heading G1B In the preparation in a test cuvet of a test liquid which comprises a mixture of a known volume of a reagent liquid with a known volume of a liquid substance to be tested, a known volume of the desired reagent liquid is stored in the test cuvet and using a pipet having a capillary action and a known volume, a quantity of the substance to be tested corresponding to the pipet volume is taken into said pipet by capillary action and the filled pipet is then introduced into the cuvet to produce the test liquid. A specific property of the test liquid, e.g. light permeability, is then measured. The substance to be tested may be taken from the human body, and to facilitate this, the cuvet or the inlet end of the pipet may be provided with a cutting edge to split the body, Figs. 4 and 7 (not shown). The cuvet after being charged with reagent liquid may be closed with an element in an air-tight fashion, ...

Lid assembly for a sample tube, method of using the same to collect magnetic beads, and sample processing kit

A lid assembly 100 for a sample tube 30 comprises: a closure part 20 including means 24a, 24b, for removably attaching the closure part to the opening of the sample tube, and a bead-collecting platform 25 arranged to locate within or above the opening of the sample tube when the closure part is attached to the sample tube, wherein the bead-collecting platform has a bead-collecting surface 26 on one side, for coming into contact with liquid in the sample tube during use, and a magnet-receiving cavity 22 on the other side, behind the bead-collecting surface; and a magnet-bearing 10 part comprising a magnet 18, wherein the magnet is removably insertable into the magnet-receiving cavity, towards the bead-collecting surface, such that, when the magnet is present within the magnet-receiving cavity, the magnet is capable of holding magnetic beads against the bead collecting surface. A method of the lip to collect magnetic beads from a liquid, a sample tube, and device for holding a sample tube ...

Container for the transport of a production line, treatment, experimentation, examination or analogue.

Laboratory unit and prefabricated octane analyzer.

VERFAHREN ZUR HERSTELLUNG VON NEUEN DIPHENYLBUTYL-PIPERAZINCARBOXAMIDEN UND DEREN SAEURE- ADDITIONSSALZEN

SAMPLING PROCEDURE AND ANALYSIS KIT FOR THE EXECUTION OF A POLLUTANT ANALYSIS IN INTERIORS

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF NEW DIPHENYLBUTYL DIPHENYLBUTYLPIPERAZINCARBOXAMIDE ONE AND - CARBOTHIOAMIDEN AND THEIR SAEUREADDITIONSSALZEN

PROCEDURE AND DEVICE FOR THE PREPARATION OF LIPIDI MESOPHASER MATERIALS

Method and apparatus for preparing lipidic mesophase material

Thermal cycler

We describe a thermal cycler comprising a Peltier- type thermoelectric element (36) used for cooling a sample block (34), and a non- Peltier- type heating device (38) for heating the sample block. The cycler also includes a heat sink (28) connected to the Peltier- type element by a heat pipe (40), which permits thermal energy to transfer from the Peltier- type element to the heat sink. This configuration operates more efficiently than conventional thermal cyclers which use Peltier- type elements for heating and cooling, and allows a more rapid cycling time as well as operation in a wider range of ambient temperatures. Certain embodiments utilise the Peltier- type element as a thermal gate to reduce thermal loss during heating when the Peltier- type element is switched off.

Fertilizer composition and method for suspending fertilizer in an aqueous solution

A system and method for providing fertilizer for crop production in an aqueous solution comprising nano-sized fertilizer particles, which are free of any chemical side chain and free any micelle to protect the nano-sized particle from re-agglomeration, suspended therein for improved uptake by the population of the crop. The disclosure relates generally to fertilizer compositions, and more particularly, but not necessarily entirely, to distributing the fertilizer compositions comprising various amounts or concentrations of nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium.

DIPHENYL BUTYL - PIPERAZINE CARBOXAMIDES

DNA IDENTIFICATION METHOD AND APPARATUS

A DNA identification sampling method and kit are provided. The kit container (1) houses sanitary gloves, a vial (18) containing preservative solution (19), a collection device, an ambient light protection envelope, and instructions for use (8). The container has a storage space (3) for the vial (18), as well as a tube holder (4) for supporting the open vial (18) during use. DNA samples are collected by rubbing the cheek of the subject with the collection device, placing the collection device in the vial (18) and sealing. The vial is then placed within the light protection envelope for transport.

DIPHENYLBUTYL PIPERAZINCARBOXAMIDE ONE, PROCEDURE FOR YOUR PRODUCTION, AND THESE CONTAINING DRUGS.

Test cutlery, consisting of a Blister, and its use.

Sample receiving device

The present invention generally relates to a sample receiving device for releasably storing a substance. The sample receiving device includes a lid having a reservoir for retaining the substance, and a pierceable barrier sealing the substance within the reservoir; and b) a funnel for receiving a sample and configured for closure by the lid. The funnel is configured for releasable attachment to a sample receptacle such that a sample can be provided to the funnel and travel through the channel in the funnel into the sample receptacle. Further, the funnel includes one or more cutting ribs for cutting the pierceable barrier such that upon cutting of the pierceable barrier the substance is released from the reservoir, flows through the channel in the funnel and into the sample receptacle to be mixed with the sample. The present invention also provides a kit for collecting and storing biomolecules.

Device for holding and examining samples

Device 1 for examining a specimen e.g. a flake of paint , comprises a body 3 having a receptacle area 4 for receiving and holding the specimen for examination. The specimen may be held in the receptacle by a resin. The body may be transparent and can be polished and cut to expose an internal surface of the specimen for examination. Paint flakes are typically examined in the course of art restoration work. A kit for the examination comprises the device and a magnifier.

Science laboratory trolley

A science laboratory trolley is a mobile work station, that can be wheeled reasonably anywhere, for the conducting of and in conjunction with scientific experiments. It is free standing and autonomous of external cables and plugs. Referring to drawings, trolley's main purpose is to provide, in total safety, gas via two double gas cocks 7 and variable voltage electricity via two terminals 8, for use in a science classroom or laboratory. The gas cocks and electrical terminals are strategically positioned upon a work surface. ...

Pressure resistant packaging for biological samples

In packaging of a biological sample 13, a leak-proof primary container 12 which can withstand high internal pressure of at least 95kPa is inserted on support means 6 into a sealable secondary container 10 which is in turn placed in a tertiary container 4. The primary container may be a specimen pot with a screw-cap with a torque of 0.1-3Nm, able to withstand drop tests and pressure tests at a temperature range of -100{C to 100{C. The support means consists of a plurality of slots 8 into which the container is placed, and has handles (24). The secondary container is a sealable bag and the tertiary container is a box made from a cardboard such as corrugated fibre-board. Cooling means 14 such as an ice-pack, cool pack or dry-ice pack is placed in the tertiary container around the secondary container, and insulation means 16 is inserted as a spacer between the cooling means and the tertiary container. The packaging includes tamper-evident means, and is disposable. Sampling tools such as an ...

A modular mobile field-deployable laboratory for rapid, on-site detection and analysis of biological targets

A mobile field-deployable laboratory for detecting and analysing biological targets at the point of need comprises a footlocker configuration with first and second hinged shell sections 132 & 134 forming a closable case; and a workbench 144 storable within the case and extendable out of the case to a deployed position when the case is in an open position. The workbench 144 includes at least one leg to support the workbench in the extended and deployed position. When the case is in a closed configuration the workbench 144 is at least partly received in the second section 134. The lab includes a battery 142 wired to a power strip (208, figure 28) including a plurality of power outlets (210-216) positioned within a cavity of the first section 132. The lab enables field operators to go from sample to actionable information in the field without the need for an internet connection or grid-based power. Also disclosed is a mobile field-deployable laboratory including a computer monitor (192, figure ...

PORTABLE BIOTECHNOLOGY KIT

ANALYSIS SET WITH STECHHILFE AND MEASURING INSTRUMENT

CHEMICAL FELDUND MEMORY TEST PROCEDURE

Electrical, metallic contact with cooling

Test kit and use thereof

MOBILE LABORATORY AND METHOD TO EXPEDITE REGULATORY TEST RESULTS FOR AGRICULTURAL, FOOD, AND/OR BEVERAGE PRODUCTS

A mobile laboratory and method to expedite regulatory test results for agricultural food and/or beverage products. The mobile laboratory can include test equipment mounted on shock absorbing and leveling stands that are disposed in a truck or in a trailer. The mobile laboratory can be taken directly to a customer's location and tests performed on samples at that location, thus avoiding the time and expense of the customer packaging and shipping samples to a non-mobile lab, thus providing the ability to deliver test results directly to the customer much more quickly. The mobile laboratory can include one or more gas chromatography, mass spectroscopy, and/or liquid chromatography systems.

WEIGHING FUME CUPBOARD

The invention relates to a weighing fume cupboard (1) for weighing pharmaceutically effective or toxic substances in a laboratory, comprising: a housing (10) having a front wall (14), side walls (15) and a rear wall (16) defining a working chamber (19), wherein the front wall (14) of the housing has a working opening (11) that is constantly open during intended use of the weighing fume cupboard (1); a working plate (20) that delimits the working chamber (19) at the base side; and armrest (40) arranged on a front edge of the working plate (20) in the region of the working opening (11) and at a distance from the working plate (20); and a carrier (30) that carries the weight of the housing (10), the working plate (20) and the armrest (40), wherein the armrest (40) extends along the longitudinal direction thereof substantially over the entire width of the weighing fume cupboard (1) and has end sides, and wherein a respective side wall (15), a respective end side of the armrest (40) and the ...

NYA 1-(4,4-DIFENYLBUTYL)PIPERAZIN-KARBOXAMIDER OCH KARBOTIOAMIDER SAMT ANVENDNING AV DESSA FORENINGAR FOR FRAMSTELLNING AV MEDEL FOR BEHANDLING AV VISSA SJUKDOMSTILLSTAND

Integrally storable adaptor

The present invention relates to a kit holding adapter (X 1 ) for holding an analyzer ( 4 ) for analyzing a target analyte in a sample together with a sampling tool ( 5 ) used for taking a sample. The kit holding adapter (X 1 ) includes a first holding portion ( 1 ) for holding the analyzer ( 4 ) and a second holding portion ( 2 ) for holding the sampling tool ( 5 ), for example. At least one of the first and second holding portions ( 1, 2 ) is preferably designed to expose a part of the analyzer ( 4 ) or the sampling tool ( 5 ) for performing the analysis of the sample with the analyzer ( 4 ) or for performing the sampling with the sampling tool ( 5 ) while the analyzer ( 4 ) or the sampling tool ( 5 ) are held by the adapter. The kit holding adapter (X 1 ) may further include an article holding portion ( 3 ) for containing articles ( 45 ) used for at least one of the analyzer ( 4 ) and the sampling tool ( 5 ), or other articles used in conjunction with the analysis of the sample or the ...

Diagnostic device and method of using same

A diagnostic device for use in performing clinical tests on a fluid, including a light transmitting plate and a panel adhered to and substantially covering the plate. The panel has an opening therein formed and a strip of pH testing material, substantially smaller than the panel, is fixed between the plate and the panel to fill substantially the opening, wherein the pH testing material produces a color indicative of fluid pH upon contact with the fluid. A window formed in the panel exposes a portion of the plate wherein the panel forms a wall on the perimeter of the window to confine fluid applied to the plate, within an area defined by the window.

Mobile laboratory for use in environment testing

The present invention discloses a mobile laboratory for use in environment testing, comprising a laboratory casing, lifting hooks are provided at four corners of a top part of an outer wall of the laboratory casing, a supporting frame is provided beneath a bottom of the laboratory casing, an testing room is provided in one side of the laboratory casing and beneficial effects are: by providing lifting hooks, it is convenient to lift and move the mobile laboratory, change orientation as per usage conditions with a transportation vehicle and to build quickly a mobile laboratory for use in the testing site; and the signal transceiver transmits testing data collected by near-infrared spectroscopy, biosensor technology, biochip detection technology, ATP bioluminescence method, immunological analysis method and immunological analysis method by QR code tags, RFID tags, cameras, temperature sensors, sound sensors, vibration sensors, pressure sensors, RFID readers, QR code readers, and single-chip ...

AUTHENTICATABLE SAMPLE COLLECTION KIT FOR PLANT SAMPLE COLLECTION, AND USE THEREOF

ТЕРМОЦИКЛЕР

FIELD: heating. SUBSTANCE: invention relates to the thermocycler design for use during thermocycling reactions in molecular biology. The thermocycler contains: a thermal unit (34) for sampler installation; a thermoelectric element (36) of Peltier type; a heating device (38) different from Peltier element; a heatsink (28); a heat pipe (40) connecting the heatsink with Peltier element. The Peltier element is located near the thermal unit, and is made with possibility of its cooling for the thermocycling reaction. The heating device is located near the thermal unit and is made with possibility of its heating for the thermocycling reaction. The thermal unit is installed between the Peltier element and the heating device. The heatsink is separated from the thermal unit and Peltier element. The heat pipe connects the heatsink with the Peltier element, and ensures the thermal energy transfer from the Peltier element to the heatsink. The thermal unit has the first side for sample reception, and additionally contains a pair of opposite sides. The Peltier element is in heat contact with the first opposite side of the thermal unit, and the heating device is in heat contact with the second opposite side of the thermal unit. EFFECT: shorter cycling period, and device operation in wide range of environment temperatures are ensured. 24 cl, 10 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (51) МПК B01L 7/00 C12M 1/38 G01N 1/28 G01N 35/00 G05D 23/19 (13) 2 577 282 C2 (2006.01) (2006.01) (2006.01) (2006.01) (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ 2013118700/05, 22.09.2011 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 22.09.2011 (72) Автор(ы): КОББ Бен (GB) (73) Патентообладатель(и): ЭПИСТЕМ ЛИМИТЕД (GB) Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: R U 24.09.2010 GB 1016014.1 (43) Дата публикации заявки: 27.10.2014 Бюл. № 30 (45) Опубликовано: 10.03.2016 Бюл. № 7 2 5 7 7 2 8 2 (56) Список документов, цитированных в ...

ТЕРМОЦИКЛЕР

... 1. Термоциклер, содержащий:- термоблок для приема образца;- термоэлектрический элемент типа Пельтье, расположенный рядом с термоблоком и выполненный с возможностью охлаждения термоблока;- нагревательное устройство, отличное от элемента Пельтье, расположенное рядом с термоблоком и выполненное с возможностью нагрева термоблока;- радиатор, отделенный от термоблока и элемента типа Пельтье; и- тепловую трубу, соединяющую радиатор с элементом типа Пельтье, которая позволяет передавать тепловую энергию от элемента типа Пельтье к радиатору.2. Циклер по п. 1, в котором термоблок расположен между элементом типа Пельтье и нагревательным устройством, отличным от элемента Пельтье;3. Циклер по п.1, дополнительно содержащий узел оптики.4. Циклер по п. 3, в котором узел оптики содержит источник света и фотодатчик, в случае необходимости, с одной или более линзами.5. Циклер по п. 1, в котором термоблок имеет размер и форму, чтобы принимать множество расположенных линейным образом пробирок для образца или ...

АВТОМАТИЧЕСКОЕ ВЫЯВЛЕНИЕ ИНФЕКЦИОННЫХ БОЛЕЗНЕЙ

... 1. Система для автоматического выявления инфекционных болезней, содержащая ! - блок (2) ввода для приема образца крови, ! - блок (3) лизиса, выделяющий содержимое ДНК из принятого образца крови в выделенный образец, ! - блок (6) ПЦР для приема выделенного образца и увеличения количества последовательностей оснований генов в выделенном образце, чтобы обеспечить целевой образец с целевыми молекулами, ! - блок (8) образцов для приема целевого образца и введения последовательностей оснований генов в контакт с подложкой (20), имеющей иммобилизованные на ней тестовые молекулы, которые главным образом связывают целевые молекулы, ! - блок (9) выявления для выявления присутствия результирующих связывающих комплексных соединений на подложке, чтобы определять присутствие целевых молекул в образце крови, в котором генерируется выходной сигнал, указывающий на присутствие целевых молекул. ! 2. Система по п.1, в которой блок ввода подсоединен к катетеру (14) для приема образца крови. ! 3. Система по п ...

Film test for transporting adhesive films for the microscopic investigation of the surfaces, comprises films, which are characterized by optimization for the investigation of the microorganisms on the surfaces

The film test for transporting adhesive films for the microscopic investigation of the surfaces, comprises films, which are characterized by optimization for the investigation of the microorganisms on the surfaces, where an outer cover of the film test is blue and an inner cover of the film test is white. The individual adhesive films consist of plastic material, are colored in blue on the outer side, and contain a non-adhesive area on right and left side for holding or grasping, a transparent area present between the both holding areas and adhered at one side and two strips. The film test for transporting adhesive films for the microscopic investigation of the surfaces, comprises films, which are characterized by optimization for the investigation of the microorganisms on the surfaces, where an outer cover of the film test is blue and an inner cover of the film test is white. The individual adhesive films consist of plastic material, are colored in blue on the outer side, and contain a ...

ANALYTICAL UNIT

Digital reactioware

A modular mobile field-deployable laboratory for rapid, on-site detection and analysis of biological targets

VIEW SAMPLE PACKING SYSTEM AND - PROCEDURES

A mobile containerised autopsy facility

Multiple analyte assay device with sample integrity monitoring system

SINGLE-USE KIT FOR SAMPLING AND TRANSPORTING MOUTH GERMS

PORTABLE BIOLOGICAL TESTING DEVICE AND METHOD

A device and method for providing portable biological testing capabilitie s free from biological contamination from an environment outside the device are provided. The device includes a portable housing. The device farther inc ludes a volume surrounded by the housing and sealed against passage of biolo gical materials between the volume and the environment outside the device. T he device further includes a culture medium within the volume. The device fu rther includes one or more ports configured to provide access to the volume while avoiding biological contamination of the volume. The device further in cludes a valve in fluidic communication with the volume and the environment. The valve has an open state in which the valve allows gas to flow from with in the volume to the environment outside the device and a closed state in wh ich the valve inhibits gas from flowing between the volume and the environme nt. The valve switches from the closed state to the open state in response t o a pressure ...

DEVICES, SYSTEMS, METHODS AND KITS FOR RECEIVING A SWAB

Methods, devices, systems, and kits useful for the collection and analysis of samples obtained by swabs are disclosed. Swab containers configured for receiving a swab containing a sample; cartridges for holding one or more of: a swab container, a swab, assay units, pipette tips, vessels, transport units, and implements; systems (which may include a sample processing device); kits; and methods for their use are disclosed. A swab container may include an entry port; an assay chamber having an assay port; a conduit comprising an interior channel connecting the entry port; and an interior channel providing fluidic communication between the entry port and assay chamber. An interior channel may be configured to squeeze a portion of a swab placed in or through the conduit. A cartridge may include a cartridge frame configured to receive one or more of swab containers, assay units, transport units, pipette tips, vessels or implements.

PORTABLE BIOLOGICAL TESTING DEVICE AND METHOD

A device and method for providing portable biological testing capabilities free from biological contamination from an environment outside the device are provided. The device includes a portable housing. The device farther includes a volume surrounded by the housing and sealed against passage of biological materials between the volume and the environment outside the device. The device further includes a culture medium within the volume. The device further includes one or more ports configured to provide access to the volume while avoiding biological contamination of the volume. The device further includes a valve in fluidic communication with the volume and the environment. The valve has an open state in which the valve allows gas to flow from within the volume to the environment outside the device and a closed state in which the valve inhibits gas from flowing between the volume and the environment. The valve switches from the closed state to the open state in response to a pressure within ...

SAMPLE RECEIVING DEVICE

The present invention generally relates to a sample receiving device for releasably storing a substance. The sample receiving device includes a lid having a reservoir for retaining the substance, and a pierceable barrier sealing the substance within the reservoir; and b) a funnel for receiving a sample and configured for closure by the lid. The funnel is configured for releasable attachment to a sample receptacle such that a sample can be provided to the funnel and travel through the channel in the funnel into the sample receptacle. Further, the funnel includes one or more cutting ribs for cutting the pierceable barrier such that upon cutting of the pierceable barrier the substance is released from the reservoir, flows through the channel in the funnel and into the sample receptacle to be mixed with the sample. The present invention also provides a kit for collecting and storing biomolecules.

SPECIMEN COLLECTION KIT

A kit of parts for collecting and transporting specimens. The kit includes a first container to accommodate a plurality of components for collecting a specimen and a second container is adapted to nestably accommodate the first container. The first container is also used to accommodate used components subsequent to the collection procedure and the second container is used to transport the collected specimen.

Apparatus and method for separating and concentrating fluids containing multiple components

An apparatus that allows for separating and collecting a fraction of a sample. The apparatus, when used with a centrifuge, allows for the creation of at various fractions in the apparatus. A buoy system that may include a first buoy portion and a second buoy member operably interconnected may be used to form at least three fractions from a sample during a substantially single centrifugation process. Therefore, the separation of various fractions may be substantially quick and efficient. Also selected fractions from the sample can be applied to a patient, either alone or as part of a mixture.

Medical diagnostic investigation laboratory

A medical diagnostic investigation laboratory having a first group of diagnostic aids in the form of diagnostic chemicals, a second group of diagnostic aids, namely electrically operated diagnostic apparatuses, a third group of diagnostic aids, namely optical diagnostic apparatuses, and a fourth group of diagnostic aids essentially comprising small laboratory equipment and containers, is to be developed in such a way that it can be transported quickly and flexibly to the particular site of use, is protected during transportation, always contains all the diagnostic aids necessary and can be converted on site with only few manipulations to a workplace which satisfies even demanding laboratory-technical requirements. This is achieved in that the group of diagnostic aids are all located in a common transport container 6, 20 or in a number of transport containers 40-42, 50-51 whose number is limited to the number of groups, in that the transport containers are designed as water-tight, impact-resistant ...

Vorhang und Vorzelt für Reinraumanwendungen

Vorhang (1) zum Trennen eines Raumes und/oder einer Öffnung gegenüber der Umgebung dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass wenigstens ein Vorhang (1), bevorzugt ein Lamellenvorhang, an den Rändern (3) eines Raumes und/oder einer Öffnung, insbesondere eines Rolltores (4), angeordnet ist, so dass ein Luftaustausch beim Öffnen des Vorhangs (1) derart verhinderbar ist, dass die Qualität einer jeden Reinraumzone (5) für sich erhaltbar ist.

ANALYTICAL UNIT

A mould

A mould

Diphenylbutyl-piperazinecarboxamides

Compounds having the general formula as herein defined and pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salts thereof. Pharmaceutical compositions containing said compounds. Methods of treatment of humans and animals by such compounds and compositions.

TEST CUTLERY AND ITS USE

TAX ARRANGEMENT FUR THE OLEINSPRITZUNG INTO A ROTARY SCREW COMPRESSOR

STEUERANORDNUNG FUR DIE OLEINSPRITZUNG IN EINEN SCHRAUBENVERDICHTER

MICRO-FLUID DEVICE TO THE CELL SEPARATION AND USES OF IT

EXTENDABLE SEGMENTED SAMPLE CARRIER SYSTEM

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR SEPARATING AND CONCENTRATING FLUIDS CONTAINING MULTIPLE COMPONENTS

MODULAR CONTAINMENT UNIT

Method and kit of components for delivering blood to a portable clinical analyzer

DISPOSABLE CELL REMOVAL SYSTEM

A cassette comprising: a first reservoir arranged to couple to a first actuator for imparting flow to a cell-containing solution in a first direction through a filter; a second reservoir arranged to couple to a second actuator for imparting flow to a cell-containing solution in a second direction through the filter; the filter being in fluid communication with the first and second reservoirs, and when connected to a filtration unit is in further fluid communication to a sample inlet, and a sample outlet; wherein, the cassette is disposable and housed by a connector being removeably adjoinable to the filtration unit, the filtration unit comprising the first and second actuators and one or more valves.

A MOBILE CONTAINERISED AUTOPSY FACILITY

The present invention relates to a containerised autopsy facility with standard hygienic procedures and precautions applied to normal medical operations within a conventional health care centre and the like, hereinafter also known as BSL2, comprises a permanent or semi-permanent structure into which therein is provided all necessary autopsy (instruments/equipment) facilities.

Storage and Transportation Container for Grain Testing Equipment

STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION CONTAINER FOR GRAIN TESTING EQUIPMENT

The present invention provides a container for the transportation and storage of grain testing equipment. The storage container encloses the grain testing equipment and comprises: a box, a first plurality of spaced apart raised projections to hold a grain moisture meter in place on the bottom of the box, a second plurality of spaced apart raised projections to hold a grain scale in place on the bottom of the box, a third plurality of spaced raised projections to hold a grain moisture meter load cell in place on the bottom of the box, and a raised elongate projection for holding grain moisture charts in place between the raised elongate projection and the rear wall. The container includes a handle for easy lifting and carrying.

Lymph node sample collection kit and use this kit to diagnosis of lung cancer pathology analysis method

Apparatus and method for separating and concentrating fluids containing multiple components

An apparatus that allows for separating and collecting a fraction of a sample. The apparatus, when used with a centrifuge, allows for the creation of at least three fractions in the apparatus. It also provides for a new method of extracting the buffy coat phase from a whole blood sample. A buoy system that may include a first buoy portion and a second buoy member operably interconnected may be used to form at least three fractions from a sample during a substantially single centrifugation process. Therefore, the separation of various fractions may be substantially quick and efficient.

Storage and shipping apparatus for cultures and specimens

An apparatus for storing and shipping a coded set of related culture specimens without risk of contamination or contact between individually coded specimens, comprising a closeable case having multiple individual storage cells and a coding scheme applied to the surfaces of the case. The coding scheme identifies and matches individually coded specimens with their respective storage cells.

FERTILIZER COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR SUSPENDING FERTILIZER IN AN AQUEOUS SOLUTION

A system and method for providing fertilizer for crop production in an aqueous solution comprising nano-sized fertilizer particles, which are free of any chemical side chain and free any micelle to protect the nano-sized particle from re-agglomeration, suspended therein for improved uptake by the population of the crop. 1. A method for optimizing the effectiveness of a fertilizer composition by performing the processes of:measuring a particle of the fertilizer composition for size;establishing a body of ultrapure water, wherein water molecules within the body of ultrapure water are in a reactive state;nano-sizing a predetermined amount of the fertilizer composition into fertilizer nanoparticles;adding the fertilizer nanoparticles into the body of ultrapure water thereby creating a fertilizer mixture;mixing the fertilizer mixture such that a plurality of water molecules coalesce about one of said fertilizer nanoparticles within the body of ultrapure water.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the method further comprises:sampling the fertilizer mixture to determine the size of the fertilizer mixture to ensure that the chemical moiety of the fertilizer mixture is less than 100 nanometers in any one dimension;sampling the fertilizer mixture to determine concentration of fertilizer nanoparticles in the fertilizer mixture; andproviding the fertilizer mixture to a crop.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising isolating the mixing process from the atmosphere and atmospheric contaminants.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising sampling the fertilizer mixture to determine the size of the fertilizer nanoparticles.5. The method of claim 4 , further comprising maintaining the isolation of the mixing process during the sampling process.6. The method of claim 3 , further comprising sampling the fertilizer mixture to determine the concentration of fertilizer nanoparticles within the fertilizer mixture.7. The method of claim 2 , further comprising analyzing the fertilizer ...

Modular mobile field-deployable laboratory for rapid, on-site detection and analysis of biological targets

A mobile field-deployable laboratory to more conveniently enable the detecting, sequencing and analyzing of biological agents at the point-of-need. This device enables field operators to go from sample to actionable information in the field without the need for an internet connection or grid-based power. The present mobile laboratory is configured in a footlocker configuration including a plurality of different compartments specifically configured for holding all of the necessary equipment for use in a wide variety of different applications including successfully extracting, amplifying, sequencing and characterizing specific viruses, pathogens and other bacteria directly in the field including an integrated power supply for providing power to the relevant components for up to 72 hours of continuous use without the need for any external power source. The present mobile laboratory includes a deployable workbench area which provides a stable workstation when the footlocker configuration is deployed.

АВТОМАТИЧЕСКОЕ ВЫЯВЛЕНИЕ ИНФЕКЦИОННЫХ БОЛЕЗНЕЙ

Группа изобретений относится к области медицины и может быть использована для выявления инфекционных болезней. Система для автоматического выявления инфекционных болезней содержит: блок ввода для приема образца крови; блок лизиса для расщепления клеток и выделения содержимого ДНК из принятого образца крови; блок ПЦР для приема выделенного образца и увеличения количества последовательностей оснований генов в нем, чтобы обеспечить целевой образец с целевыми молекулами; блок образцов для приема целевого образца и введения его в контакт с подложкой, имеющей иммобилизованные на ней тестовые молекулы, которые главным образом связывают целевые молекулы; блок выявления для выявления присутствия результирующих связывающих комплексных соединений на подложке, в котором генерируется выходной сигнал, указывающий на присутствие целевых молекул. При этом проток для жидкости между блоком ввода и блоком выявления имеет длину менее 50 см. Группа изобретений относится также к способу работы указанной системы ...

Verfahren und Satz von Teilen zur Abgabe von Blut in einem tragbaren klinischen Analysegerät

Mobile Teststation

Mobile Teststation zum Testen von Personen auf Infektionskrankheiten wie Covid-19 oder dergleichen mit einem Testmodul (1) mit einem für einen Straßentransport geeigneten Gehäuse (2), das seitlich eine Eingangsseite und Ausgangsseite aufweist und wenigstens einen mit einer zur Durchführung und Auswertung der durchzuführenden Tests benötigten Laborausrüstung ausgestatteten Laborraum (8) und wenigstens einen diesem in Modullängsrichtung benachbarten, zumindest über eine Durchreichschleuse (9) hiermit verbundenen Untersuchungsraum (10) enthält, der als mit einander gegenüberliegenden Türen (11, 12) versehener Durchgangsraum zwischen der Ein- und Ausgangsseite ausgebildet ist.

High-security laboratory for diagnosis of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) in specimens is made up of modules which are sealed together, one module being fitted with specimen loader (another containing disposal unit for specimens

High-security laboratory which meets safety standard L3 is made up of modules (1, 3). One module is fitted with a specimen loader (4) and a high-security lock (6) is fitted on the secure module (7) in which investigations are carried out. One module (3) contains a disposal unit (8) for the specimens and the modules are sealed to each other.

Portable bacteriological test apparatus

Test apparatus (1) employs slides (2) for sampling bacteria from work surfaces of e.g. kitchens and has a rack (9) defining a plurality of seats (10) to accommodate a plurality of slides (2). A carrying case (11) encloses the rack (9). The apparatus enables easier sampling of bacteria by personnel who have to operate in suburban areas away from specially equipped laboratories. ...

MOBILE LABORATORY ROOM

Sample processing system

Analysis of Fuel Oil Determining the Catalyst Component Content of Fuel Oil

An analysis kit for fuel oil to determine its silica-alumina catalyst component content, comprises a plurality of syringes for sampling fuel oil, sample containers for holding the sampled oil, an organic solvent for dissolving the oil in one of the containers, a filter for the solution of the sample in the organic solvent, a reagent for dissolving a catalyst component in the filtration residue formed by the filter, a measuring cylinder to contain the solution formed by the reagent, purified water for diluting the solution in the cylinder to a predetermined volume, color-producing reagents to be added to the solution adjusted with the purified water, a unit for comparing the color developed by the color-producing reagents with colors of known standards, and a portable box accommodating all of the above-mentioned items and supplies.

Apparatus for carrying out experiments under conditions of weightlessness

Apparatus for carrying out experiments in weightlessness in orbit around the earth comprises two units which can be coupled together. A first unit 1 is equipped as an operational unit for a lengthy period in orbit, i.e. it is equipped with sub systems known for current supply, position control, thermal economy, communications links and docking mechanisms as well as with special devices required in order to carry out the experiments, such as energy supply devices, control mechanisms and their related electronic units, measuring devices, manipulators, etc. The second unit 2 is a transportation unit and has containers and manipulators for receiving and delivering devices required in order to carry out the experiments, i.e. for handing them over to or taking charge of them from the operational unit. The second unit 2 also has drive and control devices required in order to control the operational unit and the complementary docking mechanisms required for docking with the operational unit. Подробнее

Microfluidic device for cell separation and uses thereof

The invention features methods for separating cells from a sample (e.g., separating fetal red blood cells from maternal blood). The method begins with the introduction of a sample including cells into one or more microfluidic channels. In one embodiment, the device includes at least two processing steps. For example, a mixture of cells is introduced into a microfluidic channel that selectively allows the passage of a desired type of cell, and the population of cells enriched in in the desired type is then introduced into a second microfluidic channel that allows the passage of the desired cell to produce a population of cells further enriched in the desired type. The selection of cells is based on a property of the cells in the mixture, for example, size, shape, deformability, surface characteristics (e.g., cell surface receptors or antigens and membrane permeability), or intracellular properties (e.g., expression of a particular enzyme).

Multiple analyte assay device with sample integrity monitoring system

THERMAL CYCLER

We describe a thermal cycler comprising a Peltier- type thermoelectric element (36) used for cooling a sample block (34), and a non- Peltier- type heating device (38) for heating the sample block. The cycler also includes a heat sink (28) connected to the Peltier- type element by a heat pipe (40), which permits thermal energy to transfer from the Peltier- type element to the heat sink. This configuration operates more efficiently than conventional thermal cyclers which use Peltier- type elements for heating and cooling, and allows a more rapid cycling time as well as operation in a wider range of ambient temperatures. Certain embodiments utilise the Peltier- type element as a thermal gate to reduce thermal loss during heating when the Peltier- type element is switched off.

METHOD AND APPARATUS TO MINIMIZE DIAGNOSTIC AND OTHER ERRORS DUE TO TRANSPOSITION OF BIOLOGICAL SPECIMENS AMONG SUBJECTS

A method and apparatus for minimizing diagnostic errors due to transposition of biological specimens among subjects provides for independent biometric confirmation that a given specimen is from a given donor. In certain embodiments, a biological specimen confirmation kit comprises a portable and openable case housing components of the kit, at least one biological specimen container adapted to receive a biological testing specimen from a donor, and at least one reference sample device adapted to receive a biological reference specimen from the same donor, such that the testing and reference specimens can later be compared for donor match verification by a reference verification entity.

Glove wall with safety system for injecting a specimen

Directed medication system and method

A directed medication system and method having a drug metabolism test component and a prescription instruction component. The drug metabolism test component includes an apparatus to receive a user's biological sample for testing to determine the presence of one or more predefined drug metabolism markers. The prescription instruction component includes at least coordinating instructions disclosing to a user of the drug metabolism test component the procedure for obtaining a customized medical therapy based on the results of the drug metabolism test component. The prescription instruction component preferably includes a prescription for a customized medical therapy based on the results of the drug metabolism test.

Apparatus And Method For Separating and Concentrating Fluids Containing Multiple Components

Disclosed is an apparatus that allows for separating and collecting a fraction of a sample. The apparatus, when used with a centrifuge, allows for the creation of at various fractions in the apparatus. A buoy system that may include a first buoy portion and a second member operably interconnected may be used to form at least three fractions from a sample during a substantially single centrifugation process. Therefore, the separation of various fractions may be substantially quick and efficient. Also selected fractions from the sample can be applied to a patient, either alone or as part of a mixture.

Protein crystallography prescreen kit

A kit for prescreening protein concentration for crystallization includes a multiplicity of vials, a multiplicity of pre-selected reagents, and a multiplicity of sample plates. The reagents and a corresponding multiplicity of samples of the protein in solutions of varying concentrations are placed on sample plates. The sample plates containing the reagents and samples are incubated. After incubation the sample plates are examined to determine which of the sample concentrations are too low and which the sample concentrations are too high. The sample concentrations that are optimal for protein crystallization are selected and used.

DIGITAL DISPENSE SYSTEM

VERFAHREN UND VORRICHTUNG ZUR ZUBEREITUNG LIPIDISCHER MESOPHASER MATERIALIEN

Probenentnahme-Verfahren und Analyse-Kit zur Durchführung einer Schadstoffanalyse in Innenräumen

Verfahren zur Probennahme für die nachfolgende Durchführung einer Analyse zum Schadstoffnachweis (Schadstoffanalyse) in Innenräumen, wobei bei der Probennahme zuerst die Raumluftproben zum Nachweis der gasförmigen Stoffwechselprodukte von Mikroorganismen (Mircobiological Volatile Organic Compounds, MVOC) und gegebenenfalls anderer luftgetragener Bestandteile mikrobiologischen Ursprungs, und nachfolgend die Proben zum Nachweis anderer flüchtiger organischer Luftschadstoffe in der Raumluft und/oder Staubproben und/oder Materialproben genommen werden, und die Proben chemischen und/oder physikalischen und/oder biochemischen Analysenverfahren zugeführt werden. Die Erfindung umfasst außerdem einen Analysen-Kit zur Durchführung des Verfahrens.

A mould

Assembly of stackable trunks

The invention relates to an assembly of at least two stackable transport trunks, each trunk having a body with a generally parallelepiped shape, including a bottom and four sidewalls connected to the bottom and being closed by a removable lid, one of the sidewalls of each trunk including nesting means for engaging with the nesting means of the sidewall of another trunk on which it is stacked. According to the invention, the nesting means are adapted for defining, when in engagement, a sliding link having a translation direction parallel to the side surfaces having the nesting means and to the bottoms of the trunks, and for guiding the translation of the trunks on each other, the corresponding sidewalls being adapted for enabling the cooperation of the nesting means and enabling said translation.

Apparatus and method for separating and concentrating fluids containing multiple components

An apparatus that allows for separating and collecting a fraction of a sample. The apparatus, when used with a centrifuge, allows for the creation of at least three fractions in the apparatus. It also provides for a new method of extracting the buffy coat phase from a whole blood sample. A buoy system that may include a first buoy portion and a second buoy member operably interconnected may be used to form at least three fractions from a sample during a substantially single centrifugation process. Therefore, the separation of various fractions may be substantially quick and efficient.

Devices, systems, methods, and kits for receiving a swab

Methods, devices, systems, and kits useful for the collection and analysis of samples obtained by swabs are disclosed. Swab containers configured for receiving a swab containing a sample; cartridges for holding one or more of: a swab container, a swab, assay units, pipette tips, vessels, transport units, and implements; systems (which may include a sample processing device); kits; and methods for their use are disclosed. A swab container may include an entry port; an assay chamber having an assay port; a conduit comprising an interior channel connecting the entry port; and an interior channel providing fluidic communication between the entry port and assay chamber. An interior channel may be configured to squeeze a portion of a swab placed in or through the conduit. A cartridge may include a cartridge frame configured to receive one or more of swab containers, assay units, transport units, pipette tips, vessels or implements.

Specimen collection kit

A method and system for collection of a specimen includes a specimen collection kit. The specimen collection kit includes a collection container adapted to receive the specimen, and a specimen bottle adapted to receive the specimen from the collection container. The kit has a specimen bottle holder having a planar plate with a bottle-receiving opening to receive the specimen bottle. The specimen bottle holder has a curvature such that a pair of edges of the planar plate are adapted to engage a surface therein spacing the bottle-receiving opening from the surface.

Devices, systems, methods, and kits for receiving a swab

Methods, devices, systems, and kits useful for the collection and analysis of samples obtained by swabs are disclosed. Swab containers configured for receiving a swab containing a sample; cartridges for holding one or more of: a swab container, a swab, assay units, pipette tips, vessels, transport units, and implements; systems (which may include a sample processing device); kits; and methods for their use are disclosed. A swab container may include an entry port; an assay chamber having an assay port; a conduit comprising an interior channel connecting the entry port; and an interior channel providing fluidic communication between the entry port and assay chamber. An interior channel may be configured to squeeze a portion of a swab placed in or through the conduit. A cartridge may include a cartridge frame configured to receive one or more of swab containers, assay units, transport units, pipette tips, vessels or implements.

FERTILIZER COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR SUSPENDING FERTILIZER IN AN AQUEOUS SOLUTION

A system and method for providing fertilizer for crop production in an aqueous solution comprising nano-sized fertilizer particles, which are free of any chemical side chain and free any micelle to protect the nano-sized particle from re-agglomeration, suspended therein for improved uptake by the population of the crop. 127-. (canceled)28. A nanoparticulated fertilizer composition comprising:an effective amount of a nanoparticulated mineral for fertilizing a plant, wherein the nanoparticulated mineral comprises calcium;wherein the nanoparticulated mineral is added to an amount of ultrapure water to thereby create a first volume of aqueous solution; andwherein an effective amount of the nanoparticulated fertilizer composition is less than 50% of a corresponding standard fertilizer composition for a predetermined application rate.29. The nanoparticulated fertilizer nanoparticulated fertilizer composition of claim 28 , wherein the effective amount of the nanoparticulated mineral contained within the nanoparticulated fertilizer composition is less than 50% of a calcium component of a corresponding standard fertilizer composition.30. The nanoparticulated fertilizer composition of claim 28 , wherein the effective amount of the nanoparticulated fertilizer composition is less than 5% of the corresponding standard fertilizer composition.31. The nanoparticulated fertilizer composition of claim 28 , wherein the effective amount of the nanoparticulated mineral contained within the nanoparticulated fertilizer composition is less than 5% of a calcium component of a corresponding standard fertilizer composition.32. The nanoparticulated fertilizer composition of claim 28 , wherein the ultrapure water comprises a purity level that falls within a range of about 12 mega ohms to about 18.3 mega ohms.33. The nanoparticulated fertilizer composition of claim 28 , wherein an average size of fertilizer nanoparticles in the nanoparticulated fertilizer composition is less than or equal to 100 ...

LABORATORY ON LOCATION TEST SYSTEM FOR ACCREDITATION OF BREATHING AIR QUALITY

A breathing air laboratory on location gas sample test and data collecting system and method, at a remote breathing air provider's facility, that includes an air compressor, for remotely testing, collecting, and monitoring the quality and purity of the breathing air being produced at the provider's facility, that allows an accredited independent monitoring, testing, and analyzing facility to provide breathing air validation and certification to a cloud-based air quality test and analysis account belonging to the breathing air provider facility at any time. The system includes redundant gas sample air sensors for O2 and CO to ensure quality and accuracy in the breathing air test and data collection, and analysis and a “canary” gas sample test module securely mounted in a laboratory chassis, but manually swappable, to ensure credibility and accuracy of the sensors being used to test gas/air samples. 111-. (canceled)12. A gas sample analysis system for analyzing and certifying a gas supplied by a gas source for breathable consumption , the system comprising:a chassis located at a first location, the chassis having an inlet configured to receive a gas sample of the gas, the chassis having a communication controller central processing unit (CPU) configured for receiving and transmitting sensor data on a network; a first gas sensor and a second gas sensor in fluid communication with the inlet, the second gas sensor identical to the first gas sensor, the first gas sensor and the second gas sensor configured to receive the gas sample and transmit data signals that correlate to one or more gas concentrations of the gas sample,', 'a controller communicatively coupled to the first gas sensor and the second gas sensor to receive the data signals, the controller including firmware and data processing software for determining and comparing the results of the data signals, the controller configured to transmit results of the data signals as sensor data to the communication ...

Mobile laboratory and method to expedite regulatory test results for agricultural, food, and/or beverage products

A mobile laboratory and method to expedite regulatory test results for agricultural food and/or beverage products. The mobile laboratory can include test equipment mounted on shock absorbing and leveling stands that are disposed in a truck or in a trailer. The mobile laboratory can be taken directly to a customer's location and tests performed on samples at that location, thus avoiding the time and expense of the customer packaging and shipping samples to a non-mobile lab, thus providing the ability to deliver test results directly to the customer much more quickly. The mobile laboratory can include one or more gas chromatography, mass spectroscopy, and/or liquid chromatography systems.

MINIMALLY-INVASIVE COLLECTION SYSTEM FOR COLLECTING BIOLOGICAL SAMPLES FOR QUANTIFYING HEAVY METALS, OTHER TOXICANTS, PATHOGENS, AND BIOMARKERS

Disclosed are devices, kits, compositions, and methods for collecting, transporting, and detecting toxicants, pathogens, and biomarkers in a biological sample. The devices, kits, compositions and methods may be utilized to collect and transport dried blood samples from a skin prick and detect toxicants, pathogens, and biomarkers in the dried blood samples. 1. A system for collecting a blood sample , the system comprising:(a) a sealed and resealable container containing: (i) a support card;', '(ii) one or more treated sample pads that are free of detectable levels of contaminants and that are adhered to the support card on a section of the support card that is free of detectable levels of contaminants;', '(iii) a desiccant adhered to the support card;', '(iv) an adhesive that is configured for sealing the sample pad and the desiccant in the support card when the support card is folded to encase the sample pad and desiccant inside the folded support card., '(b) a device for collecting a blood sample; the device comprising2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the treated sample pad of the device comprises claim 1 , consists essentially of claim 1 , or consists of cellulose and comprises filter paper.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the treated sample pad of the device comprises Whatman™ 903 brand claim 1 , Ahlsrom 226™ brand claim 1 , or other brands of specimen collection paper.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the treated sample pad of the device is perforated to facilitate removal of the treated sample pad or a portion of the treated sample pad from the support card.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the treated sample pad of the device is treated with an inorganic acid that is free of detectable levels of heavy metals.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein the treated sample pad of the device is treated with nitric acid claim 5 , hydrochloric acid claim 5 , or a mixture thereof.7. The system of claim 4 , wherein the treated sample pad of the device is treated with an ...

SAMPLE RECEIVING DEVICE

The present invention generally relates to a sample receiving device for releasably storing a substance. The sample receiving device includes a lid having a reservoir for retaining the substance, and a pierceable barrier sealing the substance within the reservoir; and b) a funnel for receiving a sample and configured for closure by the lid. The funnel is configured for releasable attachment to a sample receptacle such that a sample can be provided to the funnel and travel through the channel in the funnel into the sample receptacle. Further, the funnel includes one or more cutting ribs for cutting the pierceable barrier such that upon cutting of the pierceable barrier the substance is released from the reservoir, flows through the channel in the funnel and into the sample receptacle to be mixed with the sample. The present invention also provides a kit for collecting and storing biomolecules. 1. A sample receiving device for releasably storing a composition , comprising:a) a lid comprising a reservoir for retaining said composition, and a pierceable barrier for sealing said composition within said reservoir;b) a sample receptacle comprising a first open end for receiving a sample, said first open end configured for closure by said lid and for receiving said composition; andc) a cutting assembly having at least one cutting rib for disestablishing the pierceable membrane when the first open end is closed by said lid.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a funnel.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the first open end releasably receives the funnel.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the funnel comprises the cutting assembly.5. The device of claim 1 , further comprising the composition in the reservoir.6. A sample receiving device for releasably storing a composition claim 1 , comprising:a) a lid comprising a reservoir for retaining said composition, and a pierceable barrier for sealing said composition within said reservoir; andb) a funnel comprising a first open ...

PORTABLE DEVICES AND METHODS FOR ANALYZING SAMPLES

The present disclosure provides devices, systems, methods for processing and/or analyzing a biological sample. An analytic device for processing and/or analyzing a biological sample may comprise a moving carriage. The analytic device may be portable. The analytic device may receive instructions for performing an assay from a mobile electronic device external to a housing of the analytic device. 187.-. (canceled)88. A portable analytic device for processing a biological sample , comprising:a housing;at least one heating block within said housing, said at least one heating block comprising a recess configured to receive an assay tube comprising said biological sample;at least one heating unit in thermal communication with said at least one heating block, which at least one heating unit provides thermal energy to said assay tube through said at least one heating block;a movable carriage comprising an optical filter, wherein said movable carriage is configured to translate to bring said optical filter in alignment with a light path that provides excitation energy from an excitation source to said assay tube; anda power supply disposed within said housing, said power supply configured to provide power to at least one of said at least one heating unit, said movable carriage, and said excitation source.89. The portable analytic device of claim 88 , further comprising a processing unit comprising a circuit within said housing claim 88 , wherein said processing unit is configured to (i) direct said movable carriage to translate and/or (ii) direct said excitation source to provide said excitation energy.90. The portable analytic device of claim 89 , wherein said processing unit is operatively coupled to said at least one heating unit and/or said excitation source claim 89 , and wherein said processing unit is configured to communicate with a mobile electronic device external to said housing.91. The portable analytic device of claim 90 , wherein said processing unit is ...

Blood testing apparatus

A disposable apparatus for use in blood testing includes a housing (21) having integrated means (41) for receiving a blood sample, a plurality of receptacles (28 - 33) for diluent and diluted sample, and a plurality of channels (34 - 39). Depressions are formed in a surface (27) of the housing to form the receptacles (28 - 33) and the channels. A diaphragm (40) seals the receptacles and the channels relative to said surface (27). When a pressure variation is applied to a portion of the diaphragm sealing a receptacle, liquid is caused to be displaced to or from that receptacle.

Microfluidic device for cell separation and uses thereof

The invention features methods for separating cells from a sample (e.g., separating fetal red blood cells from maternal method begins with the introduction of a sample including cells into one or more microfluidic channels. In one embodiment, the device includes at least two processing steps. For example, a mixture of cells is introduced into a microfluidic channel that selectively allows the passage of a desired type of cell, and the population of cells enriched in the desired type is then introduced into a second microfluidic channel that allows the passage of the desired cell to produce a population of cells further enriched in the desired type. The selection of cells is based on a property of the cells in the mixture, for example, size, shape, deformability, surface characteristics (e.g., cell surface receptors or antigens and membrane permeability), or intracellular properties (e.g., expression of a particular enzyme).

Microfluidic device for cell separation and uses thereof

The invention features methods for separating cells from a sample (e.g., separating fetal red blood cells from maternal blood). The method begins with the introduction of a sample including cells into one or more microfluidic channels. In one embodiment, the device includes at least two processing steps. For example, a mixture of cells is introduced into a microfluidic channel that selectively allows the passage of a desired type of cell, and the population of cells enriched in the desired type is then introduced into a second microfluidic channel that allows the passage of the desired cell to produce a population of cells further enriched in the desired type. The selection of cells is based on a property of the cells in the mixture, for example, size, shape, deformability, surface characteristics (e.g., cell surface receptors or antigens and membrane permeability), or intracellular properties (e.g., expression of a particular enzyme).

Microfluidic device for cell separation and uses thereof

The invention features methods for separating cells from a sample (e.g., separating fetal red blood cells from maternal blood). The method begins with the introduction of a sample including cells into one or more microfluidic channels. In one embodiment, the device includes at least two processing steps. For example, a mixture of cells is introduced into a microfluidic channel that selectively allows the passage of a desired type of cell, and the population of cells enriched in the desired type is then introduced into a second microfluidic channel that allows the passage of the desired cell to produce a population of cells further enriched in the desired type. The selection of cells is based on a property of the cells in the mixture, for example, size, shape, deformability, surface characteristics (e.g., cell surface receptors or antigens and membrane permeability), or intracellular properties (e.g., expression of a particular enzyme).

Microfluidic device for cell separation and uses thereof

The invention features methods for separating cells from a sample (e.g., separating fetal red blood cells from maternal blood). The method begins with the introduction of a sample including cells into one or more microfluidic channels. In one embodiment, the device includes at least two processing steps. For example, a mixture of cells is introduced into a microfluidic channel that selectively allows the passage of a desired type of cell, and the population of cells enriched in the desired type is then introduced into a second microfluidic channel that allows the passage of the desired cell to produce a population of cells further enriched in the desired type. The selection of cells is based on a property of the cells in the mixture, for example, size, shape, deformability, surface characteristics (e.g., cell surface receptors or antigens and membrane permeability), or intracellular properties (e.g., expression of a particular enzyme).

Microfluidic device for cell separation and uses thereof

The invention features methods for separating cells from a sample (e.g., separating fetal red blood cells from maternal blood). The method begins with the introduction of a sample including cells into one or more microfluidic channels. In one embodiment, the device includes at least two processing steps. For example, a mixture of cells is introduced into a microfluidic channel that selectively allows the passage of a desired type of cell, and the population of cells enriched in the desired type is then introduced into a second microfluidic channel that allows the passage of the desired cell to produce a population of cells further enriched in the desired type. The selection of cells is based on a property of the cells in the mixture, for example, size, shape, deformability, surface characteristics (e.g., cell surface receptors or antigens and membrane permeability), or intracellular properties (e.g., expression of a particular enzyme).

Microfluidic device for cell separation and uses thereof

Methods for separating cells from a sample (e.g., separating fetal red blood cells from maternal blood) include introducing a sample including cells into one or more microfluidic channels. In one embodiment, the device includes at least two processing steps. For example, a mixture of cells is introduced into a microfluidic channel that selectively allows the passage of a desired type of cell, and the population of cells enriched in the desired type is then introduced into a second microfluidic channel that allows the passage of the desired cell to produce a population of cells further enriched in the desired type. The selection of cells is based on a property of the cells in the mixture, for example, size, shape, deformability, surface characteristics (e.g., cell surface receptors or antigens and membrane permeability), or intracellular properties (e.g., expression of a particular enzyme).

Microfluidic device for cell separation and uses thereof

The invention features methods for separating cells from a sample (e.g., separating fetal red blood cells from maternal blood). The method begins with the introduction of a sample including cells into one or more microfluidic channels. In one embodiment, the device includes at least two processing steps. For example, a mixture of cells is introduced into a microfluidic channel that selectively allows the passage of a desired type of cell, and the population of cells enriched in the desired type is then introduced into a second microfluidic channel that allows the passage of the desired cell to produce a population of cells further enriched in the desired type. The selection of cells is based on a property of the cells in the mixture, for example, size, shape, deformability, surface characteristics (e.g., cell surface receptors or antigens and membrane permeability), or intracellular properties (e.g., expression of a particular enzyme).

Microfluidic device for cell separation and uses thereof

Methods for separating cells from a sample (e.g., separating fetal red blood cells from maternal blood) are described. The method begins with the introduction of a sample including cells into one or more microfluidic channels. In one embodiment, the device includes at least two processing steps. For example, a mixture of cells is introduced into a microfluidic channel that selectively allows the passage of a desired type of cell, and the population of cells enriched in the desired type is then introduced into a second microfluidic channel that allows the passage of the desired cell to produce a population of cells further enriched in the desired type. The selection of cells is based on a property of the cells in the mixture, for example, size, shape, deformability, surface characteristics (e.g., cell surface receptors or antigens and membrane permeability), or intracellular properties (e.g., expression of a particular enzyme).

Microfluidic device for cell separation and uses thereof

The invention features methods for separating cells from a sample (e.g., separating fetal red blood cells from maternal blood). The method begins with the introduction of a sample including cells into one or more microfluidic channels. In one embodiment, the device includes at least two processing steps. For example, a mixture of cells is introduced into a microfluidic channel that selectively allows the passage of a desired type of cell, and the population of cells enriched in the desired type is then introduced into a second microfluidic channel that allows the passage of the desired cell to produce a population of cells further enriched in the desired type. The selection of cells is based on a property of the cells in the mixture, for example, size, shape, deformability, surface characteristics (e.g., cell surface receptors or antigens and membrane permeability), or intracellular properties (e.g., expression of a particular enzyme).

Microfluidic device for cell separation and uses thereof

The invention features methods for separating cells from a sample (e.g., separating fetal red blood cells from maternal blood). The method begins with the introduction of a sample including cells into one or more microfluidic channels. In one embodiment, the device includes at least two processing steps. For example, a mixture of cells is introduced into a microfluidic channel that selectively allows the passage of a desired type of cell, and the population of cells enriched in the desired type is then introduced into a second microfluidic channel that allows the passage of the desired cell to produce a population of cells further enriched in the desired type. The selection of cells is based on a property of the cells in the mixture, for example, size, shape, deformability, surface characteristics (e.g., cell surface receptors or antigens and membrane permeability), or intracellular properties (e.g., expression of a particular enzyme).

Microfluidic device for cell separation and uses thereof

The invention features methods for separating cells from a sample (e.g., separating fetal red blood cells from maternal blood). The method begins with the introduction of a sample including cells into one or more microfluidic channels. In one embodiment, the device includes at least two processing steps. For example, a mixture of cells is introduced into a microfluidic channel that selectively allows the passage of a desired type of cell, and the population of cells enriched in the desired type is then introduced into a second microfluidic channel that allows the passage of the desired cell to produce a population of cells further enriched in the desired type. The selection of cells is based on a property of the cells in the mixture, for example, size, shape, deformability, surface characteristics (e.g., cell surface receptors or antigens and membrane permeability), or intracellular properties (e.g., expression of a particular enzyme).

Microfluidic device for cell separation and uses thereof

The invention features methods for separating cells from a sample (e.g., separating fetal red blood cells from maternal blood). The method begins with the introduction of a sample including cells into one or more microfluidic channels. In one embodiment, the device includes at least two processing steps. For example, a mixture of cells is introduced into a microfluidic channel that selectively allows the passage of a desired type of cell, and the population of cells enriched in the desired type is then introduced into a second microfluidic channel that allows the passage of the desired cell to produce a population of cells further enriched in the desired type. The selection of cells is based on a property of the cells in the mixture, for example, size, shape, deformability, surface characteristics (e.g., cell surface receptors or antigens and membrane permeability), or intracellular properties (e.g., expression of a particular enzyme).

Biochip kit and method of testing biological sample

신뢰성 있는 바이오 시료의 결합 여부를 검사할 수 있는 바이오칩 키트가 제공된다. 바이오칩 키트는 하우징, 하우징 내에 배치되며, 다수의 프로브를 포함하는 바이오칩, 및 하우징을 개폐하도록 하우징에 연결 설치되어 있는 리드를 포함한다. A biochip kit is provided that can test the binding of reliable biosamples. The biochip kit includes a housing, a biochip including a plurality of probes, and a lead connected to the housing to open and close the housing. 바이오칩, 하우징, 리드, 바이오 시료, 혼성화 Biochips, Housings, Leads, Biosamples, Hybridization

TROLLEY AND INSTALLATION FOR TREATING A BIOLOGICAL LIQUID

Devices and methods for collecting and stabilizing biological samples

The present invention generally relates to devices and methods for collecting and stabilizing biological samples, and more particularly, for collecting and stabilizing blood or other bodily fluids from a user's fingertip, earlobe, heel or other locations. The present invention also relates to sample collection devices that simplify the process for mixing the biological samples with an additive or additives, provide for efficient storage and safe transport of the samples, and provide for easy access to the samples for subsequent processing.

Apparatus and method for analyses of biological specimens

A kit for the quantitation of components in cell nuclei is described wherein the kit includes a stain and microscopic slides. Each slide has reference cell objects and a specimen cell area for receipt of specimen cells which are stained simultaneously with the reference cell objects.

Device and method for collecting and stabilizing biological samples

Filtering Ductless Fume Hood Using the Zeolite Filter

본 고안은 여과식 닥트리스 흄후드에 관한 것으로, 전처리 필터와 입자필터, 다공성 제올라이트 필터로 이루어진 필터 시스템과 송풍기를 구비한 여과부, 화학센서 및 경보장치, 송풍기 속도 모니터링 시스템(Velocity Monitoring System), 속도 이상 및 팬 이상 경보 장치, 60시간 사용 타이머, 필터 장착일 표시 장치, 필터 종류 표시 장치, 내부 조명 및 자외선 살균등 점등장치로 구비된 제어부, 사면이 투명한 몸체와 팔 삽입구와 공기흡입구가 형성된 전면 도어, 스필트레이(Spill Tray), 워크서페이스(Work Surface)를 구비한 몸체부, 고정장치가 부착된 이동용 바퀴와 선반을 구비한 카트부로 이루어져 실험실과 연구실에서 유해 시약 및 유해 물질을 사용하는 작업에서 발생하는 기체상 오염물질(유해가스 및 악취 등)과 입자상 오염물질을 완벽하게 제거하고 정화된 깨끗한 공기만을 실내로 재순환 시키며 이동 사용하는 것을 특징으로 한다. The present invention relates to a filtration type Ductless fume hood, a filter system comprising a pretreatment filter, a particle filter, a porous zeolite filter and a filter unit having a blower, a chemical sensor and an alarm device, a blower speed monitoring system (Velocity Monitoring System), Over speed and fan error alarm, 60 hour timer, filter mounted date display, filter type indicator, internal lighting and UV sterilizer control unit, transparent body with four sides, arm inlet and air inlet It consists of doors, spill trays, body parts with work surfaces, cart parts with moving wheels and shelves with fixing devices, and the use of hazardous reagents and substances in laboratories and laboratories. Complete removal and purification of gaseous contaminants (harmful gas and odor, etc.) and particulate contaminants generated Recirculate only clean air into the room, characterized by moving use.

Blood test equipment

Blood testing apparatus and method

Blood testing apparatus

A disposable apparatus for use in blood testing includes a housing ( 21 ) having integrated means ( 41 ) for receiving a blood sample, a plurality of receptacles ( 28 - 33 ) for diluent and diluted sample, and a plurality of channels ( 34 - 39 ). Depressions are formed in a surface ( 27 ) of the housing to form the receptacles ( 28 - 33 ) and the channels. A diaphragm ( 40 ) seals the receptacles and the channels relative to said surface ( 27 ). When a pressure variation is applied to a portion of the diaphragm sealing a receptacle, liquid is caused to be displaced to or from that receptacle.

Blood testing apparatus

Blood test instrument using a disposable cartridge

A blood test instrument using a disposable cartridge and a method of measuring a blood sample using the instrument are disclosed. The instrument includes a cell counting station for counting blood cells by electrical resistance measurement, a pressure actuating component adapted to apply a pressure alternately on two flexible receptacles of a disposable cartridge removably placed in the instrument to cause flowing of a mixture of a blood sample and a liquid agent between the two receptacles to obtain proper mixing, and a conduit adapted to deliver the mixture to the cell counting station for counting. After measuring the blood sample, the instrument withdraws a washing liquid contained in another receptacle of the disposable cartridge and uses the washing liquid to clean the instrument and to deliver the mixture back to the cartridge for disposal.

Method of measuring blood sample on blood test instrument using a disposable cartridge

A blood test instrument using a disposable cartridge and a method of measuring a blood sample using the instrument are disclosed. The instrument includes a cell counting station for counting blood cells by electrical resistance measurement, a pressure actuating component adapted to apply a pressure alternately on two flexible receptacles of a disposable cartridge removably placed in the instrument to cause flowing of a mixture of a blood sample and a liquid agent between the two receptacles to obtain proper mixing, and a conduit adapted to deliver the mixture to the cell counting station for counting. After measuring the blood sample, the instrument withdraws a washing liquid contained in another receptacle of the disposable cartridge and uses the washing liquid to clean the instrument and to deliver the mixture back to the cartridge for disposal.

Blood Unit

A blood test instrument includes a cell counting station, a pressure actuating means adapted to apply a pressure alternately on two flexible receptacles of a disposable cartridge removably placed within the instrument to cause flowing of a mixture of a blood sample and a liquid agent between the two receptacles to affect mixing the mixture in the cartridge, and a conduit having a needle or the like at one end adapted to be inserted to the cartridge to deliver the mixture in the cartridge to the cell counting station of the instrument. Further disclosed is a method of measuring a blood sample on the blood test instrument using a disposable cartridge.

Blood test instrument

Blood test instrument

Instrumento de análisis de sangre para su uso con un cartucho desechable, en el que dicho cartucho desechable se coloca de manera desmontable en el instrumento, comprendiendo dicho instrumento de análisis de sangre un medio adaptado para producir la mezcla de una muestra de sangre (S) y un agente líquido (D1, D2, H) en dicho cartucho desechable, y un sistema de medición que incluye dos estaciones de recuento de células, comprendiendo cada una, un orificio (75, 76) que permite estadísticamente que pase sólo una célula sanguínea a la vez y que cada una esté conectada a un conducto (71, 72), caracterizado por un medio de accionamiento de presión (92) adaptado para aplicar una presión sobre al menos una parte de un diafragma (40) que sella un receptáculo seleccionado de dicho cartucho desechable; comprendiendo dicho cartucho desechable una pluralidad de receptáculos (28-30, 32-33) formados por una pluralidad de depresiones sobre una superficie (27) de un alojamiento (21) sellado por dicho diafragma (40), y una pluralidad de canales (35-38) adaptados para conectar dichos receptáculos, sellando partes de dicho diafragma (40) dichas depresiones que son flexibles; y estando dicho medio de accionamiento de presión (92) adaptado para aplicar una presión sobre partes de dicho diafragma (40) en receptáculos seleccionados (29, 30) de dicho cartucho desechable cuando dicho cartucho desechable está colocado en dicho instrumento para producir el flujo de una mezcla de dicha muestra de sangre y dicho agente líquido hacia adelante y hacia atrás entre dichos receptáculos seleccionados (29, 30) para influir en la mezcla de dicha mezcla en dicho cartucho desechable, formando de ese modo una muestra diluida; y conectándose cada conducto (71, 72) a una estación de recuento de células correspondiente en un extremo y teniendo una parte de aguja (73, 74) en otro extremo, estando dicha parte de aguja adaptada para ser insertada a través de una abertura sellada (60, 61) de dicho cartucho ...

Blood test instrument using a disposable cartridge

A blood test instrument using a disposable cartridge and a method of measuring a blood sample using the instrument are disclosed. The instrument includes a cell counting station for counting blood cells by electrical resistance measurement, a pressure actuating component adapted to apply a pressure alternately on two flexible receptacles of a disposable cartridge removably placed in the instrument to cause flowing of a mixture of a blood sample and a liquid agent between the two receptacles to obtain proper mixing, and a conduit adapted to deliver the mixture to the cell counting station for counting. After measuring the blood sample, the instrument withdraws a washing liquid contained in another receptacle of the disposable cartridge and uses the washing liquid to clean the instrument and to deliver the mixture back to the cartridge for disposal.

Blood testing apparatus

A disposable apparatus for use in blood testing includes a housing (21) having integrated means (41) for receiving a blood sample, a plurality of receptacles (28 - 33) for diluent and diluted sample, and a plurality of channels (34 - 39). Depressions are formed in a surface (27) of the housing to form the receptacles (28 - 33) and the channels. A diaphragm (40) seals the receptacles and the channels relative to said surface (27). When a pressure variation is applied to a portion of the diaphragm sealing a receptacle, liquid is caused to be displaced to or from that receptacle.

Blood testing apparatus

A blood test instrument includes a cell counting station, a pressure actuating means adapted to apply a pressure alternately on two flexible receptacles of a disposable cartridge removably placed within the instrument to cause flowing of a mixture of a blood sample and a liquid agent between the two receptacles to affect mixing the mixture in the cartridge, and a conduit having a needle or the like at one end adapted to be inserted to the cartridge to deliver the mixture in the cartridge to the cell counting station of the instrument. Further disclosed is a method of measuring a blood sample on the blood test instrument using a disposable cartridge.

Blood examination device

【課題】血液サンプルを２種類の所定の希釈比に同時に希釈することができ、すべての汚染された材料を保持することができる血液検査に使用する使い捨て装置を提供する。 【解決手段】血液検査に使用される使い捨て装置であって、この装置は、血液サンプルを受ける手段４１と、希釈剤および希釈されたサンプルのための複数の受け部２８〜３３と、複数のチャネル３４〜３９を有するハウジング２１を含む。凹部がハウジングの表面２７に形成され、これら凹部が受け部２８〜３３およびチャネル３４〜３９を形成する。ダイアフラムが受け部およびチャネルを表面２７に対して密閉している。圧力の変化が受け部を密閉しているダイアフラムの一部に加えられると液体はそこからまたはそこへ移動させられる。 【選択図】図１

Method of measuring blood sample on blood test instrument using a disposable cartridge

A blood test instrument using a disposable cartridge and a method of measuring a blood sample using the instrument are disclosed. The instrument includes a cell counting station for counting blood cells by electrical resistance measurement, a pressure actuating component adapted to apply a pressure alternately on two flexible receptacles of a disposable cartridge removably placed in the instrument to cause flowing of a mixture of a blood sample and a liquid agent between the two receptacles to obtain proper mixing, and a conduit adapted to deliver the mixture to the cell counting station for counting. After measuring the blood sample, the instrument withdraws a washing liquid contained in another receptacle of the disposable cartridge and uses the washing liquid to clean the instrument and to deliver the mixture back to the cartridge for disposal.

Blood test instrument

A blood test instrument includes a cell counting station, a pressure actuating means adapted to apply a pressure alternately on two flexible receptacles of a disposable cartridge removably placed within the instrument to cause flowing of a mixture of a blood sample and a liquid agent between the two receptacles to affect mixing the mixture in the cartridge, and a conduit having a needle or the like at one end adapted to be inserted to the cartridge to deliver the mixture in the cartridge to the cell counting station of the instrument. Further disclosed is a method of measuring a blood sample on the blood test instrument using a disposable cartridge.

Blood testing apparatus

A disposable apparatus for use in blood testing includes a housing ( 21 ) having integrated means ( 41 ) for receiving a blood sample, a plurality of receptacles ( 28 - 33 ) for diluent and diluted sample, and a plurality of channels ( 34 - 39 ). Depressions are formed in a surface ( 27 ) of the housing to form the receptacles ( 28 - 33 ) and the channels. A diaphragm ( 40 ) seals the receptacles and the channels relative to said surface ( 27 ). When a pressure variation is applied to a portion of the diaphragm sealing a receptacle, liquid is caused to be displaced to or from that receptacle.

Method and apparatus for separating and concentrating a component from a multi-component material including macroparticles

An apparatus that allows for separating and collecting a fraction of a sample. The apparatus, when used with a centrifuge, allows for the creation of at least three fractions in the apparatus. It also provides for a new method of extracting the buffy coat phase from a whole blood sample and mesenchymal stem cells from bone reaming material. A buoy system that may include a first buoy portion and a second buoy member operably interconnected may be used to form at least three fractions from a sample during a substantially single centrifugation process. Therefore, the separation of various fractions may be substantially quick and efficient.

Apparatus and method for separating and concentrating fluids containing multiple components

An apparatus that allows for separating and collecting a fraction of a sample. The apparatus, when used with a centrifuge, allows for the creation of at least three fractions in the apparatus. It also provides for a new method of extracting the buffy coat phase from a whole blood sample. A buoy system that may include a first buoy portion and a second buoy member operably interconnected may be used to form at least three fractions from a sample during a substantially single centrifugation process. Therefore, the separation of various fractions may be substantially quick and efficient.

A modular mobile field-deployable laboratory for rapid, on-site detection and analysis of biological targets

A mobile field-deployable laboratory to more conveniently enable the detecting, sequencing and analyzing of biological agents at the point-of-need. This device enables field operators to go from sample to actionable information in the field without the need for an internet connection or grid-based power. The present mobile laboratory is configured in a footlocker configuration including a plurality of different compartments specifically configured for holding all of the necessary equipment for use in a wide variety of different applications including successfully extracting, amplifying, sequencing and characterizing specific viruses, pathogens and other bacteria directly in the field including an integrated power supply for providing power to the relevant components for up to 72 hours of continuous use without the need for any external power source. The present mobile laboratory includes a deployable workbench area which provides a stable workstation when the footlocker configuration is deployed.

A modular mobile field-deployable laboratory for rapid, on-site detection and analysis of biological targets

A mobile field-deployable laboratory to more conveniently enable the detecting, sequencing and analyzing of biological agents at the point-of-need. This device enables field operators to go from sample to actionable information in the field without the need for an internet connection or grid-based power. The present mobile laboratory is configured in a footlocker configuration including a plurality of different compartments specifically configured for holding all of the necessary equipment for use in a wide variety of different applications including successfully extracting, amplifying, sequencing and characterizing specific viruses, pathogens and other bacteria directly in the field including an integrated power supply for providing power to the relevant components for up to 72 hours of continuous use without the need for any external power source. The present mobile laboratory includes a deployable workbench area which provides a stable workstation when the footlocker configuration is deployed.

A modular mobile field-deployable laboratory for rapid, on-site detection and analysis of biological targets

Mobile-module plant for the developement and the production of biotechnological products on a pilot scale

A mobile-module plant (1) for the developement and the production of biotechnological products on a pilot scale comprising equipments for the production, separation, purification and finishing of said products (11, 17, 18, 19, 20; 40, 47, 48, 50, 52, 54; 71-76, 82, 86, 89, 92, 95, 98) and auxiliary equipments (102; 107, 109, 110; 112; 113; 119; 123; 129; 134; 135; 141-143), wherein (i) said plant (1) consists of at least two mobile modules (2; 3; 4; 5; 8) suitable for being connected together and integrated one with the other, (ii) each of said mobile modules (2; 3; 4; 5; 8) comprises a movable container (6), (iii) at least one of said movable containers (6) is provided with a preselected own set of said equipments (11, 17, 18, 19, 20; 40, 47, 48, 50, 52, 54; 71-76, 82, 86, 89, 92, 95, 98; 102; 107, 109, 110; 112; 113; 119; 123; 129; 134; 135; 141-143), and (iv) at least one of said movable containers (6) is aseptic.

Biological safety level 4 container laboratory

The invention relates to a highly mobile container laboratory in compliance with Biological Safety Level 4 (BSL-4) standard, suitable for the analysis of infecting agents, which comprises the laboratory, service and engineering systems necessary for fully autonomous over 24 hrs operation in a single unit, which has an accommodating container of special layout and configuration, which is built on an expandable frame structure of an unique design, with the core of the frame structure being the integrated laboratory space (2), an space expandable unit with rigid walls, which is in a closed position of the container surrounds the integrated laboratory space (2), the decontamination shower (5) and the directly connected engineering elements (3, 4) and in an open position, the service compartment (7) created in the expandable unit providing access to the information technology and control units (6) necessary for operation, as the second element, it comprises a plurality of interconnected engineering safety and service sub-systems configured in a unique manner in the container, as the third element it comprises a special glove box system, in which two glove box modules (26, 27) and the interconnecting transfer boxes (28) are incorporated, and a blow-in system provided with high-efficiency particulate air filters (29), exhaust devices (30) and the decontamination system (31), which can be operated and controlled from the laboratory compartment (2).

Devices and methods for collecting and stabilizing biological samples

The present invention generally relates to devices and methods for collecting and stabilizing biological samples, and more particularly, for collecting and stabilizing blood or other bodily fluids from a user's fingertip, earlobe, heel or other locations. The present invention also relates to sample collection devices that simplify the process for mixing the biological samples with an additive or additives, provide for efficient storage and safe transport of the samples, and provide for easy access to the samples for subsequent processing.

Biosafety Cabinet Combined with Internet of Things

The present invention relates to a biosafety cabinet combined with Internet-of-Things (IoT). The biosafety cabinet according to the present invention comprises: a power source control unit; a wind velocity control unit; a temperature sensor; a filter checking sensor; a filter life span sensor; a UV lamp control unit; a pressure sensor; a wind velocity sensor; a door location sensor; a door driving unit; a display device; an input device; and a external communications unit. An environment in which users can conduct experiments more safely can be provided.

Clean booth

【課題】空気の清浄度が確保されており外部の汚染も抑制される空間を簡便に形成することができる組立式のクリーンブースを提供する。【解決手段】クリーンブース（１００）は、組み立てられた状態で、フレーム（１０）と、フレーム（１０）に設けられて内部空間を形成する壁部（２０）と、を備え、壁部（２０）に設けられ、第１フィルタを介して内部空間内に給気する第１ファンを有する第１ユニット（５０）と、壁部（２０）に設けられ、内部空間内の空気を第２フィルタを介して内部空間外に排気する第２ファンを有する第２ユニット（６０）と、を備えた。【選択図】図１

Sample receiving device

본 발명은 일반적으로 물질을 방출가능하게 저장하기 위한 샘플 수용 장치에 관한 것이다. 샘플 수용 장치는 a) 물질을 보유하기 위한 저장조 및 저장조 내에 물질을 밀봉하는 찢음가능 배리어를 갖는 뚜껑; 및 b) 샘플을 수용하며 뚜껑에 의해 폐쇄되도록 구성되는 퍼넬을 포함한다. 샘플이 퍼넬에 제공되어 퍼넬의 채널을 통해 샘플 용기로 이동할 수 있도록 퍼넬은 샘플 용기에 해제가능하게 부착되도록 구성된다. 또한, 찢음가능 배리어의 컷팅에 따라 물질이 저장조로부터 방출되어 퍼넬의 채널을 통해 샘플과 혼합될 샘플 용기로 흐르도록 퍼넬은 찢음가능 배리어를 컷팅하기 위한 하나 이상의 컷팅 리브를 포함한다. 또한, 본 발명은 생체 분자를 수집하고 저장하기 위한 킷을 제공한다. The present invention generally relates to a sample receiving device for releasably storing a substance. The sample receiving device comprises: a) a reservoir for holding a substance and a lid having a tearable barrier sealing the substance in the reservoir; And b) a funnel adapted to receive the sample and to be closed by the lid. The funnel is configured to releasably attach to the sample vessel so that the sample is provided to the funnel and can be moved to the sample vessel through the channel of the funnel. The funnel also includes one or more cutting ribs for cutting the tearable barrier so that material is released from the reservoir as a result of cutting of the tearable barrier and flows through the channels of the funnel into the sample container to be mixed with the sample. The present invention also provides a kit for collecting and storing biomolecules.

Box membrane type virus detection laboratory and biological safety laboratory

本发明公开了一种箱膜型病毒检测实验室以及生物安全实验室，箱膜型病毒检测实验室包括：充气膜，充气膜充气后形成操作空间；入口箱内限定出连通的第一缓冲间和第一设备间，第一设备间设有第一新风机，第一新风机用于向操作空间和第一缓冲间输送气体；出口箱内限定出第二缓冲间和第二设备间，第二设备间内设有第二新风机，第一缓冲间和/或第二缓冲间内用于存放放气后的充气膜。由此，通过本申请的入口箱和出口箱，可以将设备（例如风机）设置在第一设备间内和/或第二设备间内，从而可以提高入口箱和出口箱的预制化程度和模块化程度，有利于箱膜型病毒检测实验室的快速搭建，并且，可以降低箱膜型病毒检测实验室的运输难度。

Sample receiving device

The present invention generally relates to a sample receiving device for releasably storing a substance. The sample receiving device includes a lid having a reservoir for retaining the substance, and a pierceable barrier sealing the substance within the reservoir; and b) a funnel for receiving a sample and configured for closure by the lid. The funnel is configured for releasable attachment to a sample receptacle such that a sample can be provided to the funnel and travel through the channel in the funnel into the sample receptacle. Further, the funnel includes one or more cutting ribs for cutting the pierceable barrier such that upon cutting of the pierceable barrier the substance is released from the reservoir, flows through the channel in the funnel and into the sample receptacle to be mixed with the sample. The present invention also provides a kit for collecting and storing biomolecules.

Diphenylbutyl-piperazinecarboxamides in pharmaceutical compositions and methods

Compounds having the general formula ##STR1## as herein defined and pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salts thereof. Pharmaceutical compositions containing said compounds. Methods of treatment of humans and animals by such compounds and compositions.

High throughput DNA damage quantification of human tissue with home-based collection device

Kits, methods and systems for providing a service to provide a subject with information regarding the state of a subject's DNA damage. Collection, processing and analysis of samples are also described.

PACKAGING FOR TOOL FOR COLLECTING BODILY SECRETIONS

MOBILE LABORATORY FOR THE ANALYSIS OF PATHOGENIC AGENTS

Microfluidic device for cell separation and use thereof

Microfluidic device for cell separation and uses thereof

The invention features methods for separating cells from a sample (e.g., separating fetal red blood cells from maternal blood). The method begins with the introduction of a sample including cells into one or more microfluidic channels. In one embodiment, the device includes at least two processing steps. For example, a mixture of cells is introduced into a microfluidic channel that selectively allows the passage of a desired type of cell, and the population of cells enriched in the desired type is then introduced into a second microfluidic channel that allows the passage of the desired cell to produce a population of cells further enriched in the desired type. The selection of cells is based on a property of the cells in the mixture, for example, size, shape, deformability, surface characteristics (e.g., cell surface receptors or antigens and membrane permeability), or intracellular properties (e.g., expression of a particular enzyme).

DEVICE FOR REALIZING BASIC EXPERIENCES IN APESANTIVE STATE ON LAND ORBIT

A.DISPOSITIF POUR EXPERIENCE EN APESANTEUR. B.CARACTERISE PAR DEUX UNITES; D'UNE PART UNE UNITE OPERATIONNELLE 1 EQUIPEE DE SYSTEMES NECESSAIRES AU MAINTIEN SUR L'ORBITE 7 ET DE DISPOSITIFS NECESSAIRES A LA REALISATION D'EXPERIENCES 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 ET, D'AUTRE PART, UNE UNITE DE TRANSPORT 2 POUVANT ETRE ACCEPTEE PAR UN DISPOSITIF 4 AVEC MOYENS DE CENTRALE 5A, 5B. C.DISPOSITIF APPLICABLE A LA REALISATION ECONOMIQUE D'EXPERIENCES SPATIALES. A. DEVICE FOR EXPERIENCE IN WEIGHTNESS. B. CHARACTERIZED BY TWO UNITS; ON THE ONE HAND, AN OPERATIONAL UNIT 1 EQUIPPED WITH THE SYSTEMS NECESSARY TO MAINTAIN ON ORBIT 7 AND WITH DEVICES NECESSARY FOR THE PERFORMANCE OF EXPERIENCES 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 AND, ON THE OTHER HAND, A TRANSPORT UNIT 2 THAT CAN BE ACCEPTED BY A DEVICE 4 WITH POWER PLANT 5A, 5B. C. DEVICE APPLICABLE TO THE ECONOMIC CONDUCT OF SPACE EXPERIENCES.

Biological sample i.e. blood sample, transporting system, has envelope fixed on sample tube by opening, where each wall comprises absorbing layer with air-laid type non-woven cellulose fiber pad placed above and laterally around tube

The system has a sample case (1) comprising a body (10) equipped with a support (2) for supporting a sample tube. An absorption device is placed in the case. The device has an absorbing envelope (5) comprising rectangular walls connected between them on their entire periphery with the exception of a peripheral zone forming an opening (55) of the envelope. Each wall comprises an internal absorbing layer with an air-laid type non-woven cellulose fiber pad placed above and laterally around the tube. The envelope is fixed on the tube by the opening.

Modular laboratory with high containment levels is assembled from parallelepiped modules with air conditioning, pressure, heating and ventilation systems

The laboratory is assembled from two or more parallelepiped modules (2, 3, 4, 5), each with four walls, a ceiling and floor of composition materials, and inner partitions forming a receiving zone (10) for products to be analysed, at least one microbiologically secure working post, a washing zone (20) with a refrigerator (22) and autoclave (23), changing areas (24, 25), an airlock for waste, and optionally a non-clean room and office. The modular assembly is equipped with a central air conditioning unit, a differential pressurisation system for the zones, and heat regulating and ventilation systems.

Body secretion e.g. saliva, analyzing package for detecting consumption of e.g. marihuana, has swab including padded end introduced in input end of channel and sliding along length of channel to make contact with strip of cassette

The package has a storage compartment for receiving a cassette (22) incorporating a reactive strip (24) apt to react with saliva charged by tetra-hydro-cannabinol (THC). A swab (29) has a padded end (30) introduced in an input end of a channel and sliding along the length of the channel to make contact with the reactive strip of the cassette. A section of the input end is higher than the cross-section of the corresponding swab. An independent claim is also included for method of analyzing a body fluid.

PUMPING TROLLEY FOR A BIOLOGICAL LIQUID TREATMENT FACILITY

L'invention concerne un chariot de pompage pour une installation de traitement de liquide biologique, présentant une première face latérale (40), une deuxième face latérale (41) par laquelle il est configuré pour être accolé à un chariot de réseau de cheminement (1) de l'installation et une face frontale (42) rejoignant les faces latérales (40, 41), et comportant au moins une pompe (414), un support de pompe (50) sur lequel est montée ladite pompe (414), et un élément de guidage pour rendre mobile en translation ladite pompe (414) et sur lequel est monté ledit support (50) ; avec ledit support (50) qui est mobile en translation dans une direction allant de la première face latérale (40) vers la deuxième face latérale (41) ; grâce à quoi ladite pompe (414) est disposée à un emplacement prédéterminée sur ledit chariot (2) en fonction du type de traitement réalisé. The invention relates to a pump truck for a biological fluid treatment plant, having a first lateral face (40), a second lateral face (41) by which it is configured to be attached to a track network carriage (1). ) of the installation and a front face (42) joining the lateral faces (40, 41), and comprising at least one pump (414), a pump support (50) on which said pump (414) is mounted, and a guide member for translational motive said pump (414) and on which is mounted said support (50); with said support (50) being translatable in a direction from the first side face (40) to the second side face (41); whereby said pump (414) is disposed at a predetermined location on said carriage (2) depending on the type of treatment performed.

SET OF STACKING TRANSPORT MALLS

L'invention concerne un ensemble d'au moins deux malles de transport (M, M , M ) empilables, chaque malle (M) présentant un corps de forme générale parallélépipédique qui comprend un fond et quatre parois latérales solidaires du fond et qui est fermé par un couvercle amovible, l'une des parois latérales de chaque malle comprenant des moyens d'emboîtement (16, 17) destinés à coopérer avec les moyens d'emboîtement (16, 17) d'une paroi latérale d'une autre malle sur laquelle elle est empilée, caractérisé en ce les moyens d'emboîtement (16, 17) définissent, lorsqu'ils coopèrent, une liaison glissière dont la direction de translation est parallèle aux faces latérales portant les moyens d'emboîtement et aux fonds des malles. The invention relates to a set of at least two stackable transport trolleys (M, M, M), each trunk (M) having a body of parallelepipedal general shape which comprises a bottom and four side walls integral with the bottom and which is closed by a removable cover, one of the side walls of each trunk comprising interlocking means (16, 17) for cooperating with the interlocking means (16, 17) of a side wall of another trunk on which it is stacked, characterized in that the interlocking means (16, 17) define, when cooperating, a slide connection whose translation direction is parallel to the side faces carrying the interlocking means and trunks funds.

Packaging for biological analysis kit, and kit comprising such packaging.

CONTAINER FOR TRANSPORTING A CHAIN OF MANUFACTURE, TREATMENT, EXPERIMENTATION, EXAMINATION OR THE LIKE

LA PRESENTE INVENTION CONCERNE UN CONTENEUR POUR LE TRANSPORT D'UNE CHAINE DE FABRICATION, DE TRAITEMEMENT, D'EXPERIMENTATION, D'EXAMEN, OU ANALOGUE. LE CONTENEUR, PRESENTANT EXTERIEUREMENT LA FORME D'UN PARALLELEPIPEDE RECTANGLE, COMPORTE DEUX PAROIS LATERALES PARRALLELES 5, 20 DONT ON PEUT FAIRE VARIER LA DISTANCE RELATIVE ENTRE UN MINIMUM CORRESPONDANT A UNE POSITION DE TRANSPORT DES ELEMENTS DE LA CHAINE ET UN MAXIMUM CORRESPONDANT A UNE POSITION D'UTILISATION DE CES ELEMENTS 54 A 63, 65 ET DEUX PAROIS DE TOITURE DONT L'UNE 4 EST SOLIDAIRE DE L'UNE DE CES PAROIS LATERALES ET DONT L'AUTRE 19 EST ESCAMOTEE A L'INTERIEUR DU CONTENEUR EN POSITION DE TRANSPORT ET RELIE L'AUTRE PAROI DE TOITURE EN POSITION D'UTILISATION. APPLICATION A LA REALISATION DE CONTENEURS UTILISABLES A LA FOIS POUR LE TRANSPORT DE LA CHAINE ET COMME LOCAL ABRITANT CELLE-CI LORS DE SON UTILISATION. THE PRESENT INVENTION CONCERNS A CONTAINER FOR THE TRANSPORT OF A MANUFACTURING, PROCESSING, EXPERIMENTATION, EXAMINATION, OR SIMILAR LINE. THE CONTAINER, EXTERNALLY SHAVING THE SHAPE OF A RECTANGLE PARALLEPIPEDE, HAS TWO PARRALLELED SIDE WALLS 5, 20 WHOSE RELATIVE DISTANCE CAN VARY BETWEEN A MINIMUM CORRESPONDING TO A TRANSPORT POSITION OF THE ELEMENTS OF THE CHAIN AND A MAXIMUM OF USE OF THESE ELEMENTS 54 TO 63, 65 AND TWO ROOF WALLS, ONE OF WHICH IS IN CONNECTION WITH ONE OF THESE SIDE WALLS AND OF WHICH THE OTHER 19 IS ESCAMOTATED INSIDE THE CONTAINER IN THE TRANSPORT POSITION AND CONNECT THE OTHER ROOF WALL IN THE POSITION OF USE. APPLICATION TO THE REALIZATION OF CONTAINERS THAT CAN BE USED BOTH FOR THE TRANSPORT OF THE CHAIN AND AS A LOCAL HOUSING THE SAME WHEN IN USE.

Acrylic vacuum glove box

본 고안은 아크릴판을 접합하여 만든 아크릴제 진공 장갑상자로써 본체 전면이 경사를 이루는 직육면체를 이루며 전면에 밀폐환경에서 작업이 가능한 장갑이 구비되고 본체 좌측면이 열리도록 문짝으로 처리되어 있고 본체 우측면에 직육면체를 형성한 보조상자가 구비되어 구성되며 보조상자의 본체쪽 내면과 밖에쪽 우측면이 문짝으로 처리되어 밀폐환경 작업중에 시효등을 입출입할 수 있도록 구비되어 구성되며 본체 상부와 보조상자 상부쪽에 진공작업시 사용되는 각각의 2개의 밸브와 각각 1개씩의 진공게이지가 부착되어 있다 The present invention is an acrylic vacuum glove box made by joining acrylic plates to form a rectangular parallelepiped that forms a slanted front surface of the main body, and the front side of the main body is provided with a glove capable of working in a closed environment, and the left side of the main body is opened with a door and the right side of the main body is opened. It is composed of the auxiliary box formed with the rectangular parallelepiped, and the inner and outer right side of the auxiliary box is handled by the door, and it is configured to enter and enter the aging lamp during the working environment. Two valves and one vacuum gauge are used. 특히 본 고안은 본체 좌측 문짝을 조각가공하여 본체쪽 문짝일부를 돌기화하여 문짝을 닫을 때 문짝일부가 본체로 끼어들어 가도록 하였으며 문짝 패킹이 닿는 본체쪽면에 본체 우측면과 똑같은 형상의 보강판을 가공하여 접합하므로써 본체 접합 부위의 면을 일체화함으로써 진공작업시 밀폐효율을 높이고 외부로부터 받는 응력을 견디도록 구비되어 구성되어 있다. In particular, the present invention engraved the left side of the main body by turning a part of the main body side door, so that when the door is closed, the door part is inserted into the main body, and the reinforcement plate of the same shape as the right side of the main body is processed on the side of the main body where the door packing is touched. By joining, the surface of the main body joining part is integrated to increase the sealing efficiency during the vacuum operation and to withstand the stress received from the outside. 또한 우측 보조상자의 외부문짝도 같은 방법으로 구비되어 구성되며 보조상자 본체쪽 접합부위를 본체 우측면을 일부만 가공한 후 접합하므로써 내부문짝의 밀폐용 패킹이 본체 우측내부에 닿도록하여 본체 작업공간을 크게하면서도 진공효율을 높이고 접합부위로의 진공파기현상을 없도록 하였다. In addition, the outer door of the right auxiliary box is provided and configured in the same way, and the joints of the auxiliary box main body are ...

Portable biological testing device and method

A device and method for providing portable biological testing capabilities free from biological contamination from an environment outside the device are provided. The device includes a portable housing. The device farther includes a volume surrounded by the housing and sealed against passage of biological materials between the volume and the environment outside the device. The device further includes a culture medium within the volume. The device further includes one or more ports configured to provide access to the volume while avoiding biological contamination of the volume. The device further includes a valve in fluidic communication with the volume and the environment. The valve has an open state in which the valve allows gas to flow from within the volume to the environment outside the device and a closed state in which the valve inhibits gas from flowing between the volume and the environment. The valve switches from the closed state to the open state in response to a pressure within the volume larger than a pressure of the environment outside the device.

Fertilizer composition and method for suspending fertilizer in an aqueous solution

A system and method for providing fertilizer for crop production in an aqueous solution comprising nano-sized fertilizer particles, which are free of any chemical side chain and free any micelle to protect the nano-sized particle from re-agglomeration, suspended therein for improved uptake by the population of the crop. The disclosure relates generally to fertilizer compositions, and more particularly, but not necessarily entirely, to distributing the fertilizer compositions comprising various amounts or concentrations of nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium.

Method and apparatus for preparing lipidic mesophase material

A coupling system can utilize a first receptacle and a second receptacle to couple syringes together. Syringes can be used to mix viscous material and/or dispense the viscous material. Furthermore, a kit can be provided that contains parts used in mixing and/or dispensing viscous material.

Lid assembly for a sample tube, method of using the same to collect magnetic beads, and sample processing kit

A lid assembly for a sample tube, for collecting magnetic beads from the sample tube and subsequently releasing said beads, the lid assembly comprising: a closure part including means for removably attaching the closure part to the opening of the sample tube, to close the sample tube, and a bead-collecting platform arranged to locate within or above the opening of the sample tube when the closure part is attached to the sample tube, wherein the bead-collecting platform has a bead- collecting surface on one side, for coming into contact with liquid in the sample tube during use, and a magnet-receiving cavity on the other side, behind the bead-collecting surface; and a magnet-bearing part comprising a magnet, wherein the magnet is removably insertable into the magnet-receiving cavity, towards the bead-collecting surface, such that, when the magnet is present within the magnet-receiving cavity, the magnet is capable of holding magnetic beads against the bead-collecting surface, and when the magnet is not present within the magnet-receiving cavity, the lid assembly is incapable of magnetically holding magnetic beads against the bead-collecting surface. Also provided is a method of using such apparatus to collect magnetic beads from a liquid within a sample tube, and associated kits and accessories.

Microfluidic device for cell separation and uses thereof

Evaluation apparatus for scientific phenomena and evaluation method for scientific phenomena using the same

In the evaluation apparatus (10) of the present invention, there are formed a plurality of minute channels (14A, 16A, 20A) having a cross-sectional area of not more than 1 mm 2 , one end of each of these channels joins in at a single meeting point (18) and, when liquids (34, 36) are put into one or more of the liquid reservoirs (24, 26, 28) in a higher position over any other liquid reservoir, the liquids flow down in the channels by gravity. Therefore, a scientific phenomenon, such as the diffusion of molecules, can be qualitatively observed. Furthermore, the apparatus (10) provides a sufficient level of accuracy to enable the user to watch various phenomena involved in advanced technology, and uses no large quantity of chemicals or the like, which means little load on the environment.

Apparatus and method for separating and concentrating fluids containing multiple components

An apparatus that allows for separating and collecting a concentrated fraction of a fluid, such as a whole blood sample, adipose tissue, or a bone marrow sample. The apparatus, when used with a centrifuge, allows for the creation of at least three fractions in the apparatus. It also provides for a new method of extracting the buffy coat phase from a whole blood sample. The apparatus includes a container to be placed to a centrifuge after being filled with a whole blood sample. A buoy or fraction separator, which has a density less than that of red blood cells of a whole blood sample, is disposed in the container. During the centrifuge process the buoy separates the red blood cells from another fraction of the whole blood. After the centrifuge process is finished a plunger is used to produce at least two other fractions, including a plasma fraction and a buffy coat. Then, the buffy coat may be removed from the container without commingling the fractions of the sample.

Thermo cycler

本发明公开了一种热循环器，所述热循环器包括用于冷却样品模块(34)的珀耳帖型热电元件(36)和用于加热样品模块的非珀耳帖型加热装置(38)。热循环器还包括散热器(28)，所述散热器通过热管(40)连接到珀耳帖型热电元件，从而允许热能从珀耳帖型热电元件传递到散热器。与使用用于加热和冷却的珀耳帖型热电元件的传统的热循环器相比较，这种结构更加有效地操作，并且允许更加迅速的循环时间以及在宽外界温度范围内操作。一些实施例使用珀耳帖型热电元件作为热门以减少当珀耳帖型热电元件关掉时在加热期间的热损失。

Methods for sample preparation and testing

A method and system for analyzing a sample potentially comprising a target, comprising: (i) activating one or more components of the sample analysis system in preparation for a sample, wherein the sample analysis system comprises a heating element, a centrifuge, a thermocycler, an imager, a user interface, and a processor; (ii) obtaining a sample potentially comprising a target; (iii) adding the obtained sample to a sample preparation receptacle, the sample preparation receptacle comprising one or more reagents configured to maximize success of the sample analysis; (iv) heating the sample preparation receptacle, with the added sample, in the heating element of the sample analysis system at a first temperature for a first heating period of time; (v) centrifuging the sample preparation receptacle, after heating, for a first period of time using the centrifuge of the sample analysis system; (vi) transferring at least a portion of the sample, after centrifugation, from the sample preparation receptacle to a sample analysis receptacle, the sample analysis receptacle comprising one or more reagents configured for a qPCR reaction specific to a selected target; (vii) obtaining, via the thermocycler and imager of the sample analysis system, a fluorescence curve during a qPCR reaction; (viii) analyzing, by the process of the sample analysis system, the obtained fluorescence curve to determine a presence or absence of the selected target in the sample; and (ix) reporting, to a user by the user interface of the sample analysis system, the presence or absence of the selected target in the sample; wherein one or more steps of the method are guided by interactive instructions provided by the sample analysis system.

Clean booth

本発明は、空気の清浄度が確保されており外部の汚染も抑制される空間を簡便に形成することができる組立式のクリーンブースを提供するものである。クリーンブース（１００）は、組み立てられた状態で、フレーム（１０）と、フレーム（１０）に設けられて内部空間を形成する壁部（２０）と、を備え、壁部（２０）に設けられ、第１フィルタを介して内部空間内に給気する第１ファンを有する第１ユニット（５０）と、壁部（２０）に設けられ、内部空間内の空気を第２フィルタを介して内部空間外に排気する第２ファンを有する第２ユニット（６０）と、を備えた。 The present invention provides an assembly-type clean booth that can easily form a space in which the cleanliness of air is ensured and external pollution is suppressed. The clean booth (100) includes a frame (10) and a wall portion (20) provided on the frame (10) to form an internal space in an assembled state, and is provided on the wall portion (20). , A first unit (50) having a first fan that supplies air into the internal space via the first filter, and a wall portion (20) provided with air in the internal space through the second filter in the internal space. A second unit (60) having a second fan for exhausting to the outside was provided.

Portable biological testing device and method

A device and method for providing portable biological testing capabilities free from biological contamination from an environment outside the device are provided. The device includes a portable housing. The device farther includes a volume surrounded by the housing and sealed against passage of biological materials between the volume and the environment outside the device. The device further includes a culture medium within the volume. The device further includes one or more ports configured to provide access to the volume while avoiding biological contamination of the volume. The device further includes a valve in fluidic communication with the volume and the environment. The valve has an open state in which the valve allows gas to flow from within the volume to the environment outside the device and a closed state in which the valve inhibits gas from flowing between the volume and the environment. The valve switches from the closed state to the open state in response to a pressure within the volume larger than a pressure of the environment outside the device.

Procedure for assay of liquids containing undissolved solids, semisolids or colloids

In qualitative or quantitative assays which employ a test device comprising a test strip pretreated for detection of a specified target analyte dissolved in a liquid medium, the presence of solid, semisolid and/or colloidal materials in the liquid medium may interfere with the assay results. The present invention involves collecting the sample from a flowing or quiescent pool of liquid also containing solid, semisolid or colloidal material with a swab comprised of a handle and a mass of fibrous material or foamed, open cell material which, when immersed in and thoroughly wetted by the liquid, entraps solid, semisolid and/or colloidal material and delivers only the liquid to the sample receiving zone of the test strip.

Tray for medical specimen collection kit

A tray for packaging a medical specimen collection kit including a specimen vial containing a preservative fluid, an impermeable envelope containing a sterilizing fluid, and specimen collection implements. The tray has a first cavity for accomodating the vial horizontally, a second cavity sized for securely holding the vial in an upright position on the tray while the vial is uncapped during specimen collection, and a third cavity for containing the specimen collection implements. The first cavity may be formed in the bottom of a shallow recess for holding the envelope over the horizontally positioned vial.

Clean shed

本发明提供一种能够简便地形成确保空气的清洁度还抑制外部的污染的空间的组装式洁净棚。洁净棚(100)在组装后的状态下，具备框架(10)和设于框架(10)并形成内部空间的壁部(20)，还具备：设于壁部(20)且具有经由第一过滤器向内部空间内供气的第一风扇的第一单元(50)；以及设于壁部(20)且具有经由第二过滤器向内部空间外排出内部空间内的空气的第二风扇的第二单元(60)。

Complete set of tools and methods for pumping blood to a portable clinical analyzer

Swab collection kit

A collection system including a storage tray and a swab positioned in the storage tray, wherein the swab is configured to collect a sample comprising one or more microorganisms. The system further includes a generally elongate storage device positioned in the tray. The storage device is configured to contain a culture medium therein and configured to receive therein at least part of the one or more microorganisms collected by the swab. The storage tray includes a first recess configured to receive the storage device in a longitudinal configuration, and a second recess configured to receive the storage device in an axial configuration oriented generally perpendicular to the longitudinal configuration.

CONTROL ARRANGEMENT FOR OIL INJECTION IN A SCREW COMPRESSOR

Method and apparatus for preparing lipidic mesophase material

A coupling system can utilize a first receptacle (512) and a second receptacle (522) to couple syringes together. Syringes can be used to mix viscous material and/or dispense the viscous material. Furthermore a kit can be provided that contains parts used in mixing and/or dispensing viscous material.

Devices, systems, methods and kits for receiving a swab