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Test device

  • US 8,353,848 B2
  • Filed: 11/21/2006
  • Issued: 01/15/2013
  • Est. Priority Date: 11/21/2005
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method of analyzing a sample comprising a test reader and a test device, said test device including an insertion portion and a handle portion, the method comprising the steps of:

  • inserting the insertion portion of the test device into a test reader to connect the test device to the test reader,holding the handle portion of the device, which is hingedly attached to the insertion portion;

    deflecting the handle portion to reveal a sample application zone, which is located between the insertion and handle portions of the device;

    contacting blood to the sample application zone after inserting the insertion portion into the test reader; and

    removing the device from the test reader by manipulating the handle portion of the device.

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