| 摘要 |
An easy-to-use, versatile, disposable, customer-replaceable, multi-use, DNA sample collection disk apparatus for use with fixed, portable, or field-based DNA sample collection, analysis, and detection systems is disclosed. General features of the invention are its' small form factor, portability, wearability, ease-of-use, and self-contained capacity to collect and analyze multiple different human DNA samples and sample types. The special utility of the invention is demonstrated in the field wherein neither trained medical personnel, nor conventional DNA testing labs, are necessary to operate the invention. Invention preferred embodiments include multipurpose cards or badges designed to (1) electronically authenticate subjects identities using DNA samples, and/or electronically detect presence or absence of biological agents (e.g., anthrax) and/or chemical agents (e.g., Sarin) using DNA samples; and (2) perform other DNA-based, protein-based, or other analytic and/or identification functions.
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