Devices and methods for biochip multiplexing
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1. A biochip cartridge comprising:
- a) a nucleic acid amplification chamber comprising;
i) an inlet port ii) an outlet port comprising a valve to control the exit of amplification reaction mixture;
and, b) a pump.
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Abstract
The invention is directed to devices that allow for simultaneous multiple biochip analysis. In particular, the devices are configured to hold multiple cartridges comprising biochips comprising arrays such as nucleic acid arrays, and allow for high throughput analysis of samples.
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14 Claims
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1. A biochip cartridge comprising:
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a) a nucleic acid amplification chamber comprising;
i) an inlet port ii) an outlet port comprising a valve to control the exit of amplification reaction mixture;
and, b) a pump. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11)
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12. A biochip comprising:
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a) one or more resistive heaters;
b) a thermal conductive layer;
c) a printed circuit board; and
,d) a layer of solder mask.
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13. A device for multiple biochip analysis comprising at least two stations configured to receive a biochip cartridge.
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14. A method for the simultaneous detection of target analytes comprising:
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a) providing at least two cartridges each comprising a biochip and a sample;
b) inserting said cartridges into stations in a device; and
,c) electronically detecting the presence or absence of at least one target analyte in at least one of said cartridges simulataneously.
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