PORTABLE SAMPLE ANALYZER CARTRIDGE
First Claim
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1. A sample analyzer cartridge comprising:
- at least one flow channel; and
wherein;
the flow channel comprises one or more walls and a volume within the channel;
two or more electrodes are situated on one or more walls of the flow channel; and
the two or more electrodes are connectable to a signal source.
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Abstract
A system relating to sample analyzers, and more particular, to sample analyzers that are simple to operate and have a reduced risk of providing an erroneous result to a user. In some cases, the sample analyzer may be a portable sample analyzer that includes a disposable fluidic cartridge. The operators of the analyzers need not be trained.
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22 Claims
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1. A sample analyzer cartridge comprising:
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at least one flow channel; and
wherein;
the flow channel comprises one or more walls and a volume within the channel;
two or more electrodes are situated on one or more walls of the flow channel; and
the two or more electrodes are connectable to a signal source. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4)
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5. A sample analyzer cartridge comprising:
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having at least one flow channel; and
wherein a sensor is situated in the flow channel. - View Dependent Claims (6, 7, 8)
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9. A cartridge comprising:
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at least one flow channel; and
a time indicator associated with the cartridge; and
wherein an event causes the time indicator to perform an action. - View Dependent Claims (10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16)
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17. A cartridge comprising:
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a flow channel; and
a spring activated lancet; and
wherein;
the lancet is biased in an extended position;
a release mechanism locks the lancet in a retracted position until released; and
a blood sample via the lancet is conveyed into the cartridge. - View Dependent Claims (18)
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19. A cartridge comprising:
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at least one flow channel; and
wherein the channel comprises a bubble trap. - View Dependent Claims (20, 21, 22)
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