Fluid control and bypass features for an apheresis system
US11103630B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 20, 2018 |
| Grant date | Aug 31, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 26, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/50
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Described are embodiments that include methods and devices for separating components from multi-component fluids. Embodiments may involve use of separation vessels and movement of components into and out of separation vessels through ports. Embodiments may involve the separation of plasma from whole blood. Also described are embodiments that include methods and devices for positioning portions, e.g., loops, of disposables in medical devices. Embodiments may involve use of surfaces for automatically guiding loops to position them into a predetermined position.
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