Small volume PCR in PDMS biochips with integrated fluid control and vapour barrier
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In this paper we demonstrate a new method for microfabricating PDMS devices that controls vapour diffusion, thereby reducing water loss at elevated temperatures and greatly increasing the reliability of the PCR. In the past, the vapour and liquid diffusion properties of the P t b m t t ©
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