18467376. INTEGRATED FLOW SAMPLING APPARATUS FOR A FLOW CYTOMETRY SYSTEM simplified abstract (Honeywell International Inc.)

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INTEGRATED FLOW SAMPLING APPARATUS FOR A FLOW CYTOMETRY SYSTEM

Organization Name

Honeywell International Inc.

Inventor(s)

Kuna Venkat Satya Rama Kishore of Charlotte NC (US)

Kaligaselvi Lenin of Charlotte NC (US)

Debendra Utkarsh of Charlotte NC (US)

INTEGRATED FLOW SAMPLING APPARATUS FOR A FLOW CYTOMETRY SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18467376 titled 'INTEGRATED FLOW SAMPLING APPARATUS FOR A FLOW CYTOMETRY SYSTEM

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes an apparatus and system for integrating flow cytometry measurements into a medical procedure. The integrated flow sampling apparatus includes a discharge tube, a drainage bag, and an integrated flow sampling cassette with various components for detecting and controlling the flow of discharge fluid.

  • The integrated flow sampling apparatus includes a discharge tube, a drainage bag, and an integrated flow sampling cassette.
  • The integrated flow sampling cassette features a bypass tube with a flow detection region, an imaging region, and a flow control valve.
  • Protrusions in the discharge tube facilitate the entry of discharge fluid into the bypass tube and back into the discharge tube.

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in medical procedures where real-time analysis of cell samples is required, such as in cancer treatment or infectious disease monitoring.

Problems Solved

This technology solves the problem of integrating flow cytometry measurements seamlessly into medical procedures, allowing for efficient and accurate analysis of cell samples.

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include real-time cell analysis, improved monitoring of patient health, and streamlined integration of flow cytometry into medical procedures.

Potential Commercial Applications

Potential commercial applications of this technology include medical device manufacturing, healthcare facilities, and research institutions.

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art for this technology could be existing flow cytometry devices used in medical settings for cell analysis.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology compare to traditional flow cytometry methods?

This article does not provide a direct comparison between this integrated flow sampling apparatus and traditional flow cytometry methods.

What are the limitations of this technology in terms of sample size and analysis speed?

The article does not address the potential limitations of this technology in terms of sample size and analysis speed.


Original Abstract Submitted

An apparatus and system for integrating flow cytometry measurements into a medical procedure. An example integrated flow sampling apparatus may include a discharge tube, fluidly connecting a catheter within a patient to a drainage bag. In addition, the apparatus may include an integrated flow sampling cassette. The integrated flow sampling cassette may include a bypass tube having two ends, each fluidly connected to the discharge tube. The bypass tube may further include a flow detection region enabling detection of a flow of discharge fluid through the bypass tube; an imaging region enabling detection of cells within the flow of discharge fluid; and a flow control valve enabling impedance of the flow of discharge fluid through the bypass tube. The apparatus may additionally include protrusions extending into the discharge tube and facilitating the entry of the discharge fluid into the bypass tube and subsequently back into the discharge tube.