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Fiber optical probe connector for physiologic measurement devices

US4974929A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 28, 1990
Grant dateDec 4, 1990
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Expiry dateMar 28, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/3624
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A biological fiber optic probe chemical indicator device is disclosed. Structurally, the probe comprises at least one strand of optical fiber terminating in a coupling arrangement with a disposable sleeve assembly including a chemical indicator system for physiological substances. The disposable sleeve sensor element comprises a tubular housing with annular wall portions defining a female coupling channel means and a casing for a chemical reagent indicator.

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