Implantable, retrievable sensors and immunosensors
US7006858B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 9, 2002 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 2, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2560/0219
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A sensor is disclosed, for implantation within a blood vessel to monitor an analyte in blood. In one embodiment, the sensor is retrievable. In another embodiment, the sensor is an immunosensor. A signal representative of a reaction between an analyte and an antigen of the analyte is transmitted to an external receiver. Methods are also disclosed.
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