Device for taking an intestinal sample
US11931013B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 7, 2017 |
| Grant date | Mar 19, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 16, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2562/162
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A capsule configured for collecting samples in the intestine, comprising a body delimiting at least one compartment for receiving samples and comprising at least one opening for samples intake, and a mobile mechanism for opening and/or closing the opening controlled by the dissolution of a material which is dissolvable in the intestine.
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