Cell collection apparatus
US6521190B1 · kind B1 · utility
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13Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 19, 2000 |
| Grant date | Feb 18, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 19, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2010/0216
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This invention provides a novel apparatus for obtaining a cellular or tissue sample from a brush device. The apparatus comprises a collection container including an open end and a closed end, and an interior wall. One portion of the interior wall defines a central axis. Another portion of the interior wall is capable of holding a brush device at an angle with respect to the central axis.
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