Systems and methods for phlebotomy through a peripheral IV catheter
US9750446B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 4, 2013 |
| Grant date | Sep 5, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 5, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2039/1077
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus for performing phlebotomy through a peripheral intravenous line. The apparatus includes an introducer and a catheter configured to advance the catheter through a peripheral intravenous line. A y-adapter with a port of larger diameter is configured to receive the catheter and place in fluid communication with the peripheral intravenous line. When advanced the catheter is configured to transport a bodily fluid (i.e. blood) to a volume outside of the body.
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