Personal cervical cell collection device, kit and method
US11957322B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 11, 2022 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 11, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B10/0291
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A cervical cell collection device, kit and method for the collection of cervical cells is provided. In some embodiments, the cervical cell collection device comprises an outer guide assembly having a distal end section with an aperture there through; an inner assembly positioned within the outer guide assembly, the inner assembly having a distal end with a collapsible collection pad secured thereto by a flexible collection support, wherein the inner assembly is movable from a first position where the collection pad is folded inside distal end section of the outer guide assembly to a second position where the collection pad is pushed through the aperture in the distal end of the outer guide assembly where it expands to contact and collect cervical cells.
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