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Oximeter sensor with digital memory encoding sensor expiration data

US6553241B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 30, 2001
Grant dateApr 22, 2003
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Expiry dateAug 30, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2562/085
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention provides a memory chip for use in an oximeter sensor, or an associated adapter or connector circuit. The memory chip allows the storing of sensor expiration data to provide enhanced capabilities for the oximeter sensor. In addition to providing unique data to store in such a memory, the invention describes unique uses of sensor expiration data stored in such a memory.

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