What happens if a viability test indicates that a biological deposit is not viable?
If a viability test indicates that a biological deposit is not viable, the patent examination process is affected. According to MPEP 2409 and 37 CFR 1.807(c): “If a viability test indicates that the deposit is not viable upon receipt, or the examiner cannot, for scientific or other valid reasons, accept the statement of viability received…
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