Laser perforator
US5839446A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 17, 1997 |
| Grant date | Nov 24, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 17, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M37/00
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This invention provides a device and method for perforation of skin for the purpose of drawing blood or administering pharmaceuticals. The device incorporates a laser which produces a laser beam at an appropriate wavelength which is specifically focused to perforate the skin of a patient. Optionally a container can be incorporated in the device for collection of blood from the perforated tissue.
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