Universal sample preparation system and use in an integrated analysis system

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9012236
APP PUB NO 20140170645A1
SERIAL NO

13967957

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The invention provides a system that can process a raw biological sample, perform a biochemical reaction and provide an analysis readout. For example, the system can extract DNA from a swab, amplify STR loci from the DNA, and analyze the amplified loci and STR markers in the sample. The system integrates these functions by using microfluidic components to connect what can be macrofluidic functions. In one embodiment the system includes a sample purification module, a reaction module, a post-reaction clean-up module, a capillary electrophoresis module and a computer. In certain embodiments, the system includes a disposable cartridge for performing analyte capture. The cartridge can comprise a fluidic manifold having macrofluidic chambers mated with microfluidic chips that route the liquids between chambers. The system fits within an enclosure of no more than 10 ft3. and can be a closed, portable, and/or a battery operated system. The system can be used to go from raw sample to analysis in less than 4 hours.

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INTEGENX INC6055 SUNOL BLVD PLEASANTON CA 94566

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Cohen, David S San Bruno, US 22 634
El-Sissi, Omar Fremont, US 9 636
Jovanovich, Stevan B Livermore, US 42 2706
Nielsen, William D San Jose, US 36 1368
Recknor, Michael Oakland, US 11 920
Van, Gelder Ezra Palo Alto, US 30 2027
Vangbo, Mattias Fremont, US 27 1084

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