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Closed vial fill system for aseptic dispensing

US10226401B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 10, 2015
Grant dateMar 12, 2019
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Expiry dateAug 10, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65B37/06
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A closed path vial fill system includes a bulk product vial, a peristaltic pump operated by a stepper motor, a dispensing manifold assembly to which may be coupled at least one final product vial, an optional quality check station, and an optional waste collection system. A concentration, activity, and volume (CAV) sensor may be incorporated into the system to receive a radiopharmaceutical product directly from a synthesizing unit. A control system may be integrated into the system to provide automated control of various aspects of the radiopharmaceutical dispensing process. The system is used to aseptically dispense finished radiopharmaceuticals into receiving vessels, such as a Quality Control vial, a sterility vial, and/or final product vials, while providing users an efficient means for removing and discarding contaminated disposable components.

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