Patent ID: 6755804
Filing Date: 2004-06-29
Classification: A61B,A61M

Abstract:
A needle holder for use in combination with a needle assembly which includes an activation mechanism adapted for axial displacement between a first position and a second position with respect to said needle assembly, said activation mechanism adapted for axial displacement through engagement with a blood collection tube, said needle holder comprising an outer body having a first end adapted for attachment to said needle assembly and a second end having an internal opening therein, said needle holder adapted for accommodating a blood collection tube within said internal opening for engagement with said needle assembly, said needle holder including a lever which is movable between a first blocking position in which said activation mechanism is blocked from engagement with said blood collection tube to prevent axial movement from said first position to said second position, and a second release position in which said activation mechanism is capable of engagement with said blood collection tube to permit axial movement between said first position and said second position.