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AssigneeArizona Board of Regents, acting for and on behalf of Arizona State University
InventorsFrederic ZENHAUSERN, Alan NORDQUIST, Ralf LENIGK, Cedric HURTH, Jianing YANG, Xiaojia CHEN, Matthew ESTES, John LEE-EDGHILL, Nina MORAN, Andrew HOPWOOD, Pieris KOUMI, Zhi CAI
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Abstract
A method and device structure are provided which enable an archive sample to be collected and detached relative to a device within which a series of processes, such as PCR are being provided. A chamber structure and method of use are provided in which a controlled and precise volume is obtained by control of the relative resistance to flow through various channels.
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A method of providing a storable sample, the method including:
- a) introducing a sample to a device;
- b) conveying at least a part of the sample to a receiving location to provide a storable sample, wherein a storable sample of a sample on which one or more processes and/or reactions are performed is provided;
- wherein the receiving location is provided in a section of the device that is detachable from the device;
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- wherein the receiving location is an integral part of the device.
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A device, the device having:
- a) an entry location;
- b) a channel connected to the entry location;
- c) a receiving location, the receiving location being connected to the channel;
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- wherein the receiving location is detachable from the device;
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- wherein the receiving location is an integral part of the device.
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Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.