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Evaluation device for tear secretion

US11517196B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 12, 2019
Grant dateDec 6, 2022
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Expiry dateAug 31, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B5/01
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An evaluation device for tear secretion uses an air nozzle and a thermal camera device to cause minor irritations to the eyes and record the temperature changes of the eyes to evaluate the quantity of the tear secretion and to determine whether the subject is able to perform reflex tearing normally or not.

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