Trace amount liquid sample collector
US12178413B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 25, 2019 |
| Grant date | Dec 31, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 31, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2010/0067
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The objective of the present invention is to provide a liquid sample collector capable of collecting a trace amount of a specimen such as a tear safely and in an adequate amount. This trace amount liquid sample collector is characterized in that: the liquid sample collector is provided with a main body and a first absorbent body; the main body has at least one open end portion; the main body includes a hydrophobic material having elasticity; the first absorbent body is disposed at least partially inside the main body; the first absorbent body includes a water-absorbent material; and the first absorbent body is disposed in such a way as to be capable of coming into contact with the outside by way of the at least one open end portion of the main body.
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