Patent ID: 9095293
Filing Date: 2015-08-04
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
1. A lancing system comprising a lancet and a lancing device for receiving and discharging said lancet; said lancet comprising a lancet body having a proximal end and a distal end, a sharp lancing tip projecting axially from the proximal end of the lancet body, and a flared flange projecting transversely beyond an outermost periphery of the lancet body; said lancing device comprising a lancet carrier for engagement with the lancet body, and wherein the flared flange is laterally offset from the lancet carrier; and an ejection mechanism for removal of the lancet from the lancet carrier, the ejection mechanism comprising an actuating portion and an abutment member operating externally of the lancet carrier, wherein the abutment member is axially movable along an exterior portion of the lancet carrier for contacting the flared flange of said lancet.