An automated sample processing apparatus and a method of automated treating of samples and use of such apparatus
CA 2507995 A1 · Owner: Key, Marc · Inventors: Key, Marc; Favuzzi, John; Lathrop, Robert
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An automated staining apparatus (1) and a method for treating samples arranged on carrier means (7) is disclosed, in which portions of two or more selected reagents from a first station (2) containing the reagents are collected individually by means of a robot arm (20) handling a probe (10) and dispensed in a mixing station (9) of the apparatus. After mixing the reagents in the mixing station (9) , e.g. by shaking or rotating the mixing cup containing the reagents, the reagent mixture is applied to selected samples by means of the robot arm (20) and a probe.(10) .By providing a staining apparatus having an automated mixer integrated therein, staining or treatment processes requiring …
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- Filed December 19, 2003. No grant is recorded for it in Canada; had it been granted, its 20-year term would have ended December 19, 2023.
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