A method and apparatus for analysing a dynamic sample
CA 2585608 C · Owner: Ladha, Shab · Inventors: Fitch, Alistair; Hoult, Robert; Courtney, Patrick
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A method of analysing a sample of biological material including components tagged , with respective fluorescent labels comprises the steps of identifying a , specific labelled component to be monitored, and irradiating with an energy beam at least one , region of the sample which substantially surrounds said specific component. The , energy beam modifies the optical properties of labels in the region such that they are , distinguishable from the label associated with said specific component. This assists , the tracking of a specific component of interest as it moves through a sample. Apparatus for carrying out the method is also described.
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- Filed December 21, 2005 and granted May 13, 2014. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended December 21, 2025.
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