Apparatus and method for storage and transporation of bioartificial organs
US5681740A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 5, 1995 |
| Grant date | Oct 28, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 5, 2015 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01N1/146
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Bioartificial organ storage and transport apparatus having a media storage container. The apparatus is designed to securely maintain a bioartificial organ within the container in a sealed environment. The apparatus may also allow for gas exchange and media exchange to ensure the viability of the bioartificial organ. In addition, the apparatus may use a secondary container and cap, designed to allow access to the media storage container and allow for gas exchange and media exchange.
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