Blood processing systems and methods that employ an in-line, flexible leukofilter
US7517333B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 26, 2004 |
| Grant date | Apr 14, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 4, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/3393
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems and methods separate pump the blood cells through an in-line leukofilter to a blood cell storage container. The leukofilter has a filtration medium enclosed within a flexile housing. The systems and methods can employ a fixture to restrain expansion of the flexible filter housing during operation of the pump.
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