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Apparatus, system, and method of processing biopsy specimens

US10048175B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 8, 2014
Grant dateAug 14, 2018
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Expiry dateMay 31, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01L2300/0858
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A biopsy processing system designed to prevent lodging and possible loss of the tissue specimen for analysis. The system includes a biopsy container having a longitudinal wall forming an internal compartment, a biopsy bag attached to an inner surface of the container, a cassette for receiving the biopsy bag, and an automated system for removing the biopsy bag from the biopsy container and placing the biopsy bag in the cassette.

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