Apparatus and method for mixing specimens in vials
CA 2452797 A1 · Owner: Monogen, Inc. · Inventors: Mayer, William J.
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Method and apparatus for mixing a specimen (e.g. a biological fluid specimen) in an upstanding container having an internal mixer with a cavity defined by an upstanding annular wall. The annular wall of the mixer is engaged by a movable holder, which is elevated along with the engaged mixer sufficiently to prevent contact of the mixer with the container during mixing. The mixer is then moved to mix the specimen. The holder which may include an expanding , collet that fits within the cavity of the mixer preferably rotates the mixer , to stir the specimen. When mixing is complete the holder is disengaged from , the mixer. A controller coordinates all actions of the holder.
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- Filed October 21, 2002. No grant is recorded for it in Canada; had it been granted, its 20-year term would have ended October 21, 2022.
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