Patents by Inventor Beat R. Degen

Beat R. Degen has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Method for performing spectroscopic analysis of inhomogeneous test samples
    Patent number: 5841523
    Abstract: A method is provided for more accurately calculating the concentration of analytes or components in test samples. The method includes the use of an algorithm for analysis, and selection of sets of signal measurements from a spectrophotometer. Sets of signal measurements are selected to avoid inhomogeneities, i.e. air bubbles, artifacts and dilution, in test samples being analyzed. The method has application to the spectroscopic determination of the concentration of hemoglobin derivatives or fractions in a blood sample.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 1995
    Date of Patent: November 24, 1998
    Assignee: Chiron Diagnostics Corporation
    Inventors: Beat R. Degen, Michael F. Garyantes
  • Automated sampling method for medical diagnostic instrument
    Patent number: 5391499
    Abstract: A novel fluid sampling device has been developed. This device provides for sample entry to be handled automatically by the instrument, thus allowing the operator to be involved in other activities while the sampling process is underway. It also assures reproduceable sample size, automatically cleans the sampling device between samples, and reduces the risk of user injury. Furthermore, the sampling system allows for the use of any forseeable collection mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 24, 1993
    Date of Patent: February 21, 1995
    Assignee: Ciba Corning Diagnostics Corp.
    Inventors: Peter N. Karkantis, Beat R. Degen, Richard A. Dussault, Richard L. Schulkind, Norman K. Parker
  • Automated sampling device for medical diagnostic instrument
    Patent number: 5372782
    Abstract: A novel fluid sampling device has been developed. This device provides for sample entry to be handled automatically by the instrument, thus allowing the operator to be involved in other activities while the sampling process is underway. It also assures reproduceable sample size, automatically cleans the sampling device between samples, and reduces the risk of user injury. Furthermore, the sampling system allows for the use of any forseeable collection mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 1992
    Date of Patent: December 13, 1994
    Assignee: Ciba Corning Diagnostics Corp.
    Inventors: Peter N. Karkantis, Beat R. Degen, Richard A. Dussault, Richard L. Schulkind, Norman K. Parker