Systems and methods for phlebotomy through a peripheral IV catheter
US10064576B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 5, 2015 |
| Grant date | Sep 4, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 24, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF04C2270/0421
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus for performing phlebotomy through a peripheral intravenous line. The apparatus includes an introducer and a catheter configured to advance the catheter through a peripheral intravenous line. A y-adapter with a port of larger diameter is configured to receive the catheter and place in fluid communication with the peripheral intravenous line. When advanced the catheter is configured to transport a bodily fluid (i.e. blood) to a volume outside of the body.
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