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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Feb. 05, 2013
Filed:
Jul. 31, 2007
Richard W. Levaughn, McDonough, GA (US);
Stephen J. Flynn, Peachtree City, GA (US);
Gwenn E. Kennedy, Ellenwood, GA (US);
Michael V. Lipoma, Villa Rica, GA (US);
Richard W. Levaughn, McDonough, GA (US);
Stephen J. Flynn, Peachtree City, GA (US);
Gwenn E. Kennedy, Ellenwood, GA (US);
Michael V. Lipoma, Villa Rica, GA (US);
Abbott Diabetes Care Inc., Alameda, CA (US);
Abstract
A lancing device and method for self-collecting a sample of body fluid by penetrating a body tissue at a sampling site. The invention includes a housing geometry configured for ease of use at different sampling sites on the body, even by persons having reduced dexterity and/or poor vision. Depth of penetration is selectively controlled by adjusting the stroke range of a spring-driven lancet carrier. A pressure applicator is included for stimulating flow of the body fluid. A transparent portion permits observation of the sampling site.