Methods and devices for sample collection and stabilization
US11291989B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 5, 2017 |
| Grant date | Apr 5, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 14, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L2400/049
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and devices are provided for sample collection. In one example, a device is provided comprising at least one capillary tube or collection channel directed to a sample vessel, wherein in a one-step removal step of detaching the sample vessel from the collection channel, a vacuum force is created within the sample vessel, due in part of the pulling of the sealed vessel away from the device, wherein this vacuum force draw out residual sample that may still be resident in the collection channel.
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