Marshall, Gerstein & Borun LLP
Microscale whole blood coagulation assay platform
A blood clot retraction assay device and methods of measuring whole-blood clot retractive forces during coagulation are described. When placed in proximity to a micro-beam, a blood droplet attaches thereto, applying a force to the micro-beam during clot formation. Using Piezoresistive micro-beams or other Piezoresistive components disposed upon such micro-beams, the device measures retractive force of a blood droplet based upon changes in resistance. The sensitivity of such measurements allows use of small quantities of blood for measurement, between 15 microliters and 300 microliters. The device further permits continuous measurement of coagulation, allowing measurement of distinct reaction, contraction development, and fibrinolysis phases for each blood sample.
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Xiang Kevin R. Jianping Zida
Li Ward Fu Li