Patent ID: 6702791
Filing Date: 2004-03-09
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
An apparatus for collecting a body fluid for testing for an analyte contained within said body fluid, said apparatus comprising:a needle for penetrating a patient's skin to access said fluid within said skin; said needle having a hollow body extending from a first end to a second end with a fluid pathway extending between said ends, said hollow body having an exterior surface; said second end positioned to deposit fluid for subsequent testing; and said first end configured to penetrate said skin and comprising: a beveled face on a front side of said hollow body, said beveled face terminating at a penetration tip and having an opening in communication with said fluid pathway; and a bend within said beveled face wherein at least a portion of said beveled face is deflected whereby said penetration tip protrudes laterally beyond said exterior surface of said hollow body on said front side.