Needle protector
US7566327B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 11, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jul 28, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 30, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2005/3247
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Needle protectors for housing used blood collection needles are disclosed. The needle protectors are single-piece protectors that include an open distal end for receiving a needle hub (with needle mounted thereon). A retaining member locks the hub when the needle hub is fully retracted. A viewing slot in one of the walls of the needle protector is provided.
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