Minimal procedure analyte test system
US7303726B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 9, 2002 |
| Grant date | Dec 4, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 17, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B5/157
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system employing an integrated analyte test strip including a biosensor and lancet is disclosed. The integration of lancet and the sensor elements eliminates the need to align the sensor to the biologic fluid sample after a lancet and lancing device are used in combination to pierce the skin. The system preferably includes a device comprising two body portions that slide relative to each other to both cock and fire a test strip at a target site. Meter reading and test strip disposal may be accomplished by removing the device from the target site. The device preferably employs a magazine loaded with test strips, with one strip being taken from the magazine each time the device is actuated. It preferably also includes a magazine in a cap to store spent test strips for disposal. The device may be turned on an off simply by removal and return of the cap.
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