Glans compatible single unit semen collection and storage device, kit and related methods of use
US7947026B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 5, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 24, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 8, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F6/04
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and device to conform with the glans penis to recover ejaculated semen completely, to prevent the loss of initial sperm rich epididymal fractions, to avoid the use of a condom for masturbation, to eliminate the multi-step transfers of semen following ejaculation that are common with current methods, and to provide a single device that contains a semen collecting chamber that fits onto a glans penis. The device provides a storage and measuring reservoir, an optional cap, and a vertical stand in one integrally formed module in a sterile pack. The device and method will have multiple uses in a variety of contexts including, but not limited thereto: in the diagnosis of infertility, in semen donation, in vitro fertilization (IVF)/intra-cytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) clinics, hospitals, forensic laboratories and research laboratories and will be included in kits intended for over-the-counter sperm testing devices.
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