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Method and arrangement for integrity-testing of a tube-set for use in a cycler for peritoneal dialysis

  • US 6,327,895 B1
  • Filed: 12/21/1999
  • Issued: 12/11/2001
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/09/1997
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method for testing the integrity of a tube set used in a cycler for peritoneal dialysis comprising a closable housing for at least a portion of said tube set and pressure means for subjecting said housing to an underpressure or an overpressure, and including clamps for clamping portions of said tube set passing into said housing, said tube set containing air and said method comprisingsubjecting said housing to a first overpressure with said clamps closed, whereby a first pressure leakage can be observed, subjecting said housing to a second overpressure with said clamps open, whereby a second pressure leakage can be observed, and comparing said first and second pressure leakages, whereby action can be taken based upon said comparison.

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