Abstract:
Described herein is a sample preparation device including a sample delivery source, an inline means of transferring the sample from the sample source into a deformable channel within a pressure vessel, and out of the channel into downstream analysis components, a deformable channel disposed within the pressure vessel, the deformable channel having an inlet end and an outlet end fluidly connectable to high pressure valves and a means to measure the fluid pressure within the deformable channel, an external source of a controlled pressurized fluid fluidly connectable to the pressure vessel and a controller system that monitors and controls the sample fluid pressure by control of the external pressure vessel fluid.
Abstract:
Sample processing devices having collapsible, flexible bodies are disclosed. The flexible microtube sampling devices are utilizable in pressure mediated, pressure cycling procedures. Externally applied pressure on the flexible microtube sample processing devices allow buckling thereof and transfer of the applied pressure to the sample contained therein.
Abstract:
Sample processing devices having collapsible, flexible bodies are disclosed. The flexible microtube sampling devices are utilizable in pressure mediated, pressure cycling procedures. Externally applied pressure on the flexible microtube sample processing devices allow buckling thereof and transfer of the applied pressure to the sample contained therein.
Abstract:
The systems and techniques of the present invention can also synergistically utilize mechanical disruption processes with the use of high hydrostatic pressure extraction, such as pressure cycling extraction techniques to achieve high yield of difficult to extract sample constituents without generating high shear stress or high temperatures.
Abstract:
A method for high fluid shear processing of a fluid uses an isolator that has a first sub-chamber for containing a first fluid and a second sub-chamber for containing a second fluid defined by a separator positioned in the chamber and movable between a first end of the chamber and a second end of the chamber. The two sub-chambers are in pressure communication with each other but are not in fluid communication with each other. A first fluid is pumped at an ultrahigh pressure into the first-sub chamber, and the pressure in the first sub-chamber causes a second fluid to be processed to be discharged from the second sub-chamber into a processing valve. A system is also provided for performing the steps of this method.
Abstract:
Devices and methods for sample preparation via pressure cycling technology are disclosed. The device for sample preparation comprises a tube having an inner surface, a top, and a bottom, the tube configured to contain a sample at the bottom and to be received into a pressure chamber for sample preparation, a cap detachably connected to the top of the tube, and a tapered elongate member extending from the cap into the tube, the tapered elongate member configured to contact the inner surface of the tube and the sample in the bottom of the tube, wherein the tube is deformable such that in operation under pressure the tube is deformed against the tapered elongate member to promote disruption of the sample.
Abstract:
A valve includes a valve seat body received by a sleeve with an interference fit between the valve seat body and the sleeve. An upper end of the sleeve extends beyond an upper end of the valve seat body. A valve assembly including the valve is also provided.
Abstract:
Extraction methods that allow a molecular complex (e.g., an organelle) to be extracted from a sample by employing pressure cycling are described.
Abstract:
A pressure cycling system includes a reaction chamber configured to receive a sample and a charge pump in fluid communication with the reaction chamber. The charge pump is operable to convey a fluid from a fluid source toward the reaction chamber. The system also includes a check valve disposed between the charge pump and the reaction chamber. The check valve is operable to inhibit the flow of fluid from the reaction chamber toward the charge pump. A pressure intensifier is in fluid communication with the reaction chamber. The pressure intensifier is pneumatically operable to adjust a pressure in the reaction chamber. A controller is configured to control operation of the charge pump and the pressure intensifier. The controller is configured to pressurize the reaction chamber to a first pressure through operation of the charge pump. The controller is also configured to fluctuate the pressure in the reaction chamber between a second pressure and a third pressure through operation of the pressure intensifier.