Fluid connection device, system and method for continuously taking fluid microsamples using this device
US8092445B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 12, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jan 10, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 11, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M39/10
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention relates to a fluid connection device and to a continuous automated system and method for taking fluid microsamples using this device.A device (20) according to the invention, which is intended to be connected to a first line (21) via a first opening and includes a second opening through which a second line (28) passes, comprises: According to the invention, this second line is formed from a flexible microtube pushed right through the male connector beyond the male end, the free end of the second line pressing in a sealed manner against the female end so as to minimize the dead volume between the first line and the male connector.
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