Apparatus and method for vortex mixing and cell disruption of a laboratory sample

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PATENT NO 10739236
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15205748

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An apparatus having a plate mountable on an oscillating multi-function tool and having a plurality of sample apertures sized to receive sample vials. The sample apertures may be lined with resilient grommets or have a chamfered edge. The apparatus may further have a weighted base and housing with vibrating isolation means for holding the tool during operation. The apparatus may further have a timer to allow for timed operation. The method including providing a plate mounted on the arbor of an oscillating multi-function tool, inserting a sample vial in a sample aperture and turning on the tool. The method may further include operating the tool for a fixed time and providing a housing and base to hold the tool during operation.

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BIOSPEC PRODUCTS INCPO BOX 788 BARTLESVILLE OK 74005

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Hopkins, Thomas R Bartlesville, US 25 279

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