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Method for removing a fluid substance from a sealed collection device

  • US 8,573,072 B2
  • Filed: 08/18/2009
  • Issued: 11/05/2013
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/14/1999
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A method for removing a fluid substance from a sealed collection device comprising a cap fitted onto an open-end of a vessel, the method comprising the automated and ordered steps of:

  • a) penetrating a surface of the cap with a fluid transfer device, thereby forming one or more air passageways between the surface of the cap and the fluid transfer device;

    b) pausing movement of the fluid transfer device prior to contacting the fluid substance, thereby permitting air to be vented through the air passageways;

    c) moving the fluid transfer device into contact with the fluid substance;

    d) drawing at least a portion of the fluid substance into the fluid transfer device; and

    e) removing the fluid transfer device from the collection device,wherein the fluid transfer device moves along a generally straight path from step a) to step e).

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