Abstract: Methods are disclosed for the automated prenatal genetic diagnosis of aneuploidy using an automated fluorescence microscope, conducted on samples of maternal blood that have been hybridized with FISH probes.

Abstract: An embodiment is disclosed for performing the image processing for analyzing the results of a fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) microscopic automated sample analysis to determine specific chromosomal characteristics.

Abstract: An embodiment is disclosed for performing the image processing for analyzing the results of a fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) microscopic automated sample analysis to determine specific chromosomal characteristics.

Abstract: A microscope slide mount capable of z-axis movement.

Abstract: A method for recognizing an object in an image is disclosed wherein a fractal map of the image is generated by estimating the fractal dimension of each pixel in the image. The fractal map may be segmented by thresholding and locations of candidate objects are determined. The pixel value of the image pixel corresponding to the same location where the candidate object is found in the fractal map may be compared to a threshold value. If the pixel value is greater than the threshold value, the candidate object is recognized as a valid object.

Abstract: An apparatus for the feeding of microscope slides from a storage device to a slide stage.

Abstract: A method for determining viable normal blastomeres for implantation entailing labeling the blastomere with an antibody to hyperglycoslyated hCG and determining the binding of chromosomal probes directed to chromosomal regions of the chromosome.

Abstract: An automatic microscope is disclosed which incorporates dynamic scanning of the microscope slide and other interchangeable optical path components.

Abstract: A light-tight enclosure system for housing an automated microscope.

Abstract: The present invention provides devices and methods for detection of particles, such as biological cells, in samples using a photosensitive waveguide. The photosensitive waveguide changes its transmissivity in a detectable manner in response to controlling radiation emitted from the particles. In preferred embodiments, the waveguide is two-dimensional and the position of the particles as well as their presence is obtained by scanning the waveguide in two non-parallel directions. The provided devices are preferably used to locate labeled cells. The present invention also includes control systems and methods for detecting and locating cells using the devices provided.

Abstract: The contrast of an image produced by epifluorescence microscopy may be increased by placing a dichroic reflector behind the sample. The dichroic reflector reflects the emission light emitted by the fluorescent tags in the sample back through the objective lens while allowing the shorter wavelength excitation light to pass through the sample holder.

Abstract: The contrast of an image produced by epifluorescence microscopy may be increased by placing a dichroic reflector behind the sample. The dichroic reflector reflects the emission light emitted by the fluorescent tags in the sample back through the objective lens while allowing the shorter wavelength excitation light to pass through the sample holder.

Abstract: A energy recovery system for an internal combustion engine which dynamically allocates heat energy to multiple vehicle accessory systems

Abstract: A energy recovery system for an internal combustion engine which dynamically allocates heat energy to multiple vehicle accessory systems

Abstract: The contrast of an image produced by epifluorescence microscopy may be increased by placing a high-pass dichroic reflecting film behind the sample. The reflecting film reflects the emission light emitted by the fluorescent tags in the sample back through the objective lens while allowing the shorter wavelength excitation light to pass through the sample holder.

Abstract: A energy recovery system for an internal combustion engine which dynamically allocates heat energy to multiple vehicle accessory systems

Abstract: A energy recovery system for an internal combustion engine which dynamically allocates heat energy to multiple vehicle accessory systems

Abstract: Among embodiments is disclosed a process for immunostaining a sample such that the stain is stable under FISH conditions

Abstract: A system for reading microscope slides in an automated fashion.

Abstract: An imager system is disclosed comprising a image intensifier and a CMOS image sensor. The system provides fast capture speed and high sensitivity.