Patents by Inventor Sunny Balwani
Sunny Balwani 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).
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Patent number: 11545241Abstract: Systems, methods, and devices are provided for clinical laboratory testing using less than 1 mL of sample collected from a subject. Some embodiments collect between 1 mL and about 10 uL of sample from a subject. A method is also provided for analyte testing, wherein a mobile computing device may be used for laboratory test requests and for handling of the analyte testing process.Type: GrantFiled: September 8, 2014Date of Patent: January 3, 2023Assignee: Labrador Diagnostics LLCInventors: Elizabeth A. Holmes, Sunny Balwani, Daniel Young
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Publication number: 20220252503Abstract: The present invention provides systems, devices, and methods for point-of-care and/or distributed testing services. The methods and devices of the invention are directed toward automatic detection of analytes in a bodily fluid. The components of the device can be modified to allow for more flexible and robust use with the disclosed methods for a variety of medical, laboratory, and other applications. The systems, devices, and methods of the present invention can allow for effective use of samples by improved sample preparation and analysis.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2021Publication date: August 11, 2022Applicant: Labrador Diagnostics LLCInventors: Ian GIBBONS, Anthony NUGENT, Anthony DELACRUZ, Daniel YOUNG, Elizabeth A. HOLMES, Andrew DRAKE, Timothy Michael KEMP, Sunny BALWANI, Chinmay PANGARKAR
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Patent number: 11323345Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for connecting an electronic device to a network. In some situations, the electronic device connects to a first network provider and pings a first server having a static internet protocol address and a second server having a dedicated uniform resource locator. If the electronic device receives a response from the first and second server, the electronic device maintains its connection to the first network provider. Otherwise, the electronic device connects to a second network provider and pings the first and second servers.Type: GrantFiled: September 5, 2019Date of Patent: May 3, 2022Assignee: Labrador Diagnostics LLCInventor: Sunny Balwani
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Patent number: 11199489Abstract: The present invention provides systems, devices, and methods for point-of-care and/or distributed testing services. The methods and devices of the invention are directed toward automatic detection of analytes in a bodily fluid. The components of the device can be modified to allow for more flexible and robust use with the disclosed methods for a variety of medical, laboratory, and other applications. The systems, devices, and methods of the present invention can allow for effective use of samples by improved sample preparation and analysis.Type: GrantFiled: August 20, 2015Date of Patent: December 14, 2021Assignee: Labrador Diagnostics LLCInventors: Ian Gibbons, Anthony Nugent, Anthony Delacruz, Daniel Young, Elizabeth A. Holmes, Andrew Drake, Timothy Michael Kemp, Sunny Balwani, Chinmay Pangarkar
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Publication number: 20210366596Abstract: In one embodiment, a method is provided comprising displaying a laboratory test menu on a mobile computing device, where the test menu is variable-based on geographic location; selecting one or more tests from said test menu; and using the mobile computing device to send a laboratory test request to a server.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 5, 2021Publication date: November 25, 2021Inventors: Elizabeth A. Holmes, Sunny Balwani
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Publication number: 20210341500Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for sample processing. A device may be provided, capable of receiving the sample, and performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing multiple assays. The device may comprise one or more modules that may be capable of performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing the steps using a small volume of sample.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 13, 2021Publication date: November 4, 2021Inventors: Elizabeth A. Holmes, Joy Roy, Peter Kardassakis, Sunny Balwani
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Patent number: 10976330Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for sample processing. A device may be provided, capable of receiving the sample, and performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing multiple assays. The device may comprise one or more modules that may be capable of performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing the steps using a small volume of sample.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2017Date of Patent: April 13, 2021Assignee: Labrador Diagnostics LLCInventors: Elizabeth A. Holmes, Joy Roy, Peter Kardassakis, Sunny Balwani
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Patent number: 10943689Abstract: In one embodiment, a method is provided comprising displaying a laboratory test menu on a mobile computing device, where the test menu is variable-based on geographic location; selecting one or more tests from said test menu; and using the mobile computing device to send a laboratory test request to a server.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 2015Date of Patent: March 9, 2021Assignee: Labrador Diagnostics LLCInventors: Elizabeth A. Holmes, Sunny Balwani
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Patent number: 10800588Abstract: Methods, devices, and systems for the secure transport of material are provided. A transported material may be a biological material, such as a biological sample. Material is only transferred to a courier having a unique, single-use authorization code. Authorization codes are provided to a courier only upon arrival at a proper location and at a designated time. Courier identification or code confirmation or authorization may also be required. Identification or other confirmation regarding a custodian, material to be transferred, or both, may be required. Courier images, custodian images, or both, may be required. An authorization code may include a bar code, a number, a letter, or other symbol or code. An authorization code, an image, route information, and other information may be communicated by cell-phone, WiFi, Bluetooth, or other link. Transport containers with temperature sensors and communication links, and storage containers with light sensors, memory, and communication links are provided.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 2015Date of Patent: October 13, 2020Assignee: Labrador Diagnostics LLCInventor: Sunny Balwani
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Publication number: 20200254212Abstract: Methods for obtaining a sample from a subject include providing a sample collection room within a retail store or physician's office; and obtaining a sample. Methods for analyzing a sample include providing a sample collection room within a retail store or physician's office; obtaining a sample; and analyzing it. A waiting room; a bathroom; and a pass-through from bathroom to sample collection room may be provided. Sample collection rooms may include a warming table; a warming plate; a finger warmer; a fingertip warmer; an air-warmer; a reclining chair; a calming feature; and adjustable lighting. Samples may be analyzed at the collection location or sent to elsewhere for analysis. Sample collection rooms may house a sample analysis device or system. Samples may be small, e.g., a finger-stick, and may be analyzed in a short period of time, e.g., in less than five hours, or less than four hours.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 6, 2019Publication date: August 13, 2020Inventors: Elizabeth A. Holmes, Jeffrey Blickman, Nicholas Menchel, Sunny Balwani
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Publication number: 20200252313Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for connecting an electronic device to a network. In some situations, the electronic device connects to a first network provider and pings a first server having a static internet protocol address and a second server having a dedicated uniform resource locator. If the electronic device receives a response from the first and second server, the electronic device maintains its connection to the first network provider. Otherwise, the electronic device connects to a second network provider and pings the first and second servers.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 2, 2020Publication date: August 6, 2020Inventor: Sunny Balwani
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Publication number: 20200136945Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for connecting an electronic device to a network. In some situations, the electronic device connects to a first network provider and pings a first server having a static internet protocol address and a second server having a dedicated uniform resource locator. If the electronic device receives a response from the first and second server, the electronic device maintains its connection to the first network provider. Otherwise, the electronic device connects to a second network provider and pings the first and second servers.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 5, 2019Publication date: April 30, 2020Inventor: Sunny Balwani
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Patent number: 10591409Abstract: The devices, systems, and methods disclosed herein provide sample verification capabilities in a single device or system. Devices are disclosed herein. Systems including these devices are also provided. These devices and systems may be configured for verifying sample integrity prior to a subject leaving a sample collection site so that any further samples or other corrective action can occur without having to make a separate visit.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2016Date of Patent: March 17, 2020Assignee: Theranos IP Company, LLCInventors: Zachary Morrison, Daniel Young, Sunny Balwani, Michael Chen
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Patent number: 10557786Abstract: The present invention provides systems, devices, and methods for point-of-care and/or distributed testing services. The methods and devices of the invention are directed toward automatic detection of analytes in a bodily fluid. The components of the device can be modified to allow for more flexible and robust use with the disclosed methods for a variety of medical, laboratory, and other applications. The systems, devices, and methods of the present invention can allow for effective use of samples by improved sample preparation and analysis.Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 2016Date of Patent: February 11, 2020Assignee: Theranos IP Company, LLCInventors: Ian Gibbons, Anthony J. Nugent, Anthony Delacruz, Daniel Young, Elizabeth A. Holmes, Andrew Drake, Timothy Michael Kemp, Sunny Balwani, Chinmay Pangarkar
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Patent number: 10541896Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for connecting an electronic device to a network. In some situations, the electronic device connects to a first network provider and pings a first server having a static internet protocol address and a second server having a dedicated uniform resource locator. If the electronic device receives a response from the first and second server, the electronic device maintains its connection to the first network provider. Otherwise, the electronic device connects to a second network provider and pings the first and second servers.Type: GrantFiled: February 10, 2017Date of Patent: January 21, 2020Assignee: Theranos IP Company, LLCInventor: Sunny Balwani
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Patent number: 10488643Abstract: The devices, systems, and methods disclosed herein provide sample verification capabilities in a single device or system. Devices are disclosed herein. Systems including these devices are also provided. These devices and systems may be configured for verifying sample integrity prior to a subject leaving a sample collection site so that any further samples or other corrective action can occur without having to make a separate visit.Type: GrantFiled: August 19, 2016Date of Patent: November 26, 2019Assignee: Theranos IP Company, LLCInventors: Zachary Morrison, Daniel Young, Sunny Balwani
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Patent number: 10425304Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for connecting an electronic device to a network. In some situations, the electronic device connects to a first network provider and pings a first server having a static internet protocol address and a second server having a dedicated uniform resource locator. If the electronic device receives a response from the first and second server, the electronic device maintains its connection to the first network provider. Otherwise, the electronic device connects to a second network provider and pings the first and second servers.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2014Date of Patent: September 24, 2019Assignee: Theranos IP Company, LLCInventor: Sunny Balwani
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Publication number: 20180000396Abstract: Methods for obtaining a sample from a subject include providing a sample collection room. Samples may be small, e.g., a finger-stick. A method is provided for sample collection comprising: obtaining, in a sample collection room, a sample from said body part of said subject; monitoring activity in the sample collection room using at least two motion capture devices positioned to view a field of interest in the sample collection room; and alerting a technician performing the sample collection if a non-conforming action by the technician is detected by at least one of the motion capture devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 11, 2017Publication date: January 4, 2018Inventor: Sunny Balwani
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Patent number: 9810704Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for sample processing. A device may be provided, capable of receiving the sample, and performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing multiple assays. The device may comprise one or more modules that may be capable of performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing the steps using a small volume of sample.Type: GrantFiled: February 18, 2014Date of Patent: November 7, 2017Assignee: Theranos, Inc.Inventors: Elizabeth A. Holmes, Sunny Balwani, Michael Chen, John K. Frankovich, Gary Frenzel, Samartha Anekal, Adrit Lath, Alexander Loo, Chinmay Pangarkar, Joy Roy, Timothy Smith, Daniel Young
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Publication number: 20170317903Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for connecting an electronic device to a network. In some situations, the electronic device connects to a first network provider and pings a first server having a static internet protocol address and a second server having a dedicated uniform resource locator. If the electronic device receives a response from the first and second server, the electronic device maintains its connection to the first network provider. Otherwise, the electronic device connects to a second network provider and pings the first and second servers.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 10, 2017Publication date: November 2, 2017Inventor: Sunny Balwani