Vial useable in tissue extraction procedures
US10653397B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 22, 2016 |
| Grant date | May 19, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 22, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L2300/0672
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed is a device useful for preserving tissue samples after extraction from human or animal patients. The device includes a circular blade for taking a tissue sample, the blade being coupled to a sealing cap which mates to one end of a container. A retrieval port is also disclosed for extracting fluids from the container. Methods are also disclosed by which tissue samples may be taken and prepared for storage, processing, culture, or other analysis.
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