Patent · US Expired

Syringe adapter assembly for withdrawing and collecting body fluid

US5098416A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 28, 1990
Grant dateMar 24, 1992
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Expiry dateDec 28, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S604/902
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An improved apparatus and system for withdrawing and collecting body fluids is disclosed. The system includes an adapter which is arranged to cooperate with a handheld aspirator apparatus and a syringe assembly having an open end portion. The adapter includes a sealing asembly which engages the interior of the syringe assembly and a barrier which is insertable into the syringe assembly to prevent clogging, but permit body fluid aspiration.

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