Patent ID: 9500579
Filing Date: 2016-11-22
CPC Classification: B01L,G01N

Claim Text:
1. An assay system comprising: an assay platform comprising multiple detection regions and corresponding tooth elements; a motor coupled to the assay platform, wherein the motor is configured to move the assay platform such that the detection regions move along a first path and the tooth elements move along a second path; an impinging element configured for placement in a first position that allows for movement of the assay platform and a second position, wherein the impinging element engages at least one tooth element when in the second position; a detection unit configured to detect an analyte, wherein the detection unit is positioned such that when the impinging element is in the second position, the detection unit is aligned with at least one of the multiple detection regions; and a controller communicatively coupled to the impinging element and the motor, wherein the controller is configured to provide a control signal to the impinging element to place the impinging element in the first position or the second position.