Devices and methods for holding a biopolymeric array

摘要

Devices and methods for holding at least one array are provided. The subject devices are characterized by having a housing having at least one array therein and an absorbing material associated with the housing that is capable of absorbing molecules within the housing deleterious to the array(s) held therein. The seal may be resealable and/or may be a hermetic seal. The subject methods include packaging at least one array in a subject array holding device. Also provided are methods for using an array that is held in a subject array holding device in an array assay. Kits for use in the subject methods are also provided.