Apparatus, systems and methods for processing and treating a biological fluid with light
US6565802B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 3, 1999 |
| Grant date | May 20, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 3, 2019 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/14
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus, systems and methods are disclosed for treating a biological fluid with light. A container of biological fluid is introduced into a fluid treatment chamber where it is contacted with light provided by one or more light sources in proximity to the fluid treatment chamber. A drawer for holding containers of biological fluid introduces the containers into the chamber. Containers for holding the biological fluid are marked by the apparatus to indicate the status of the treatment.
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