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Device for capturing thermal spectra from tissue

  • US 6,959,211 B2
  • Filed: 08/06/2002
  • Issued: 10/25/2005
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/10/1999
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A device for use with a noninvasive optical measurement system for capturing thermal spectra from living tissue, said device comprising:

  • a window holder; and

    a window connected to said window holder, said window comprising a material of high thermal conductivity so as to permit thermal spectra to pass through said window;

    said device defining a skin contact surface configured for placement in intimate thermal contact with the skin of a patient;

    said device further defining a system contact surface opposite said skin contact surface;

    said system contact surface being configured for removable placement against said noninvasive optical measurement system;

    further comprising a heating element disposed upon said window;

    wherein said heating element comprises a grid structure.

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