Enhanced interstitial fluid collection
US6997886B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 17, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 14, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 17, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2562/0295
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A sampling apparatus for interstitial fluid includes a pressure ring surrounding a collection needle. The pressure ring and needle are movable relative to one another for the ring to first engage a patient's skin surface prior to insertion of the needle.
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