초록 ▼

The invention provides exemplary systems and methods for processing solid supports. According to one system, a probe is provided having a distal end and a lumen terminating at the distal end. The transport mechanism is adapted to place the distal end of the probe into a well having a plurality of so

The invention provides exemplary systems and methods for processing solid supports. According to one system, a probe is provided having a distal end and a lumen terminating at the distal end. The transport mechanism is adapted to place the distal end of the probe into a well having a plurality of solid supports that are held within a fluid. A detection mechanism is provided to detect the presence or absence of one of the solid supports at the distal end while the distal end is within the fluid. A measuring system is provided to measure the general size of the attached solid support.

대표청구항 ▼

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A system for processing solid supports, comprising:a probe having a distal end and a lumen terminating at the distal end;a transport mechanism which is adapted to place the distal end of the probe into a well having a plurality of solid supports held within a fluid;a dete

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A system for processing solid supports, comprising:a probe having a distal end and a lumen terminating at the distal end;a transport mechanism which is adapted to place the distal end of the probe into a well having a plurality of solid supports held within a fluid;a detection mechanism which is adapted to detect the presence or absence of one of the solid supports at the distal end while the distal end is within the fluid; anda measuring system which is adapted to measure the general size of the solid support at the distal end.