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Catheter based probe and method of using same for detecting chemical analytes

US6738651B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJul 11, 2002
Grant dateMay 18, 2004
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Expiry dateJul 11, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B1/042
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A medical diagnostic apparatus including a catheter and a probe assembly coupled to the catheter and a method involving the use of a catheter and a probe assembly coupled to the catheter. The probe assembly is capable of detecting a chemical analyte. The probe assembly includes a detection probe located within the catheter. The detection probe can be fixedly attached to the catheter or slideable within the catheter.

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