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Microfluidic cartridge

  • US 8,105,783 B2
  • Filed: 09/26/2008
  • Issued: 01/31/2012
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/13/2007
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A microfluidic substrate, comprising:

  • a plurality of sample lanes, wherein each of the plurality of sample lanes comprises a microfluidic network having, in fluid communication with one another;

    an inlet;

    a first valve and a second valve;

    a reaction chamber;

    a vent;

    a first channel leading from the inlet, via the first valve, to the reaction chamber; and

    a second channel leading from the reaction chamber, via the second valve, to the vent;

    wherein the first and second valves are co-planar with the first and second channels in the microfluidic network and wherein the first and second valves each comprise a temperature responsive substance that melts upon heating and seals the first and second channels.

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