Method of noninvasively obtaining intraductal fluid
US6712785B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 8, 2002 |
| Grant date | Mar 30, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 8, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/3653
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method is disclosed for noninvasively obtaining intraductal fluid. The method includes the use of an intraductal fluid sampling device to contact the patient, provide compression, and deliver heat thereto according to predetermined cycle characteristics. The cycle characteristics, such as compression cycle times and compression rates, may be varied and controlled by a control circuit.
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