Patent ID: 6194900
Filing Date: 2001-02-27
Classification: G01R

Abstract:
A miniaturized total analysis system for liquid phase sample preparation and detection comprising:a microfabricated support body having first and second substantially planar opposing surfaces wherein the support body has a microchannel microfabricated in the first planar surface;a cover plate arranged over the first planar surface, wherein the cover plate in combination with the first microchannel forms a sample processing compartment;an inlet port and an outlet port communicating with the sample processing compartment, wherein the inlet and outlet ports enable downstream passage of fluid from an external source through the sample processing compartment; anddownstream from the sample processing compartment and in fluid communication therewith, an NMR detection compartment around which is an NMR rf microcoil, wherein the NMR detection compartment and the NMR rf microcoil are housed within the support body.