Method and Device for Statistical Tissue Sampling Using Microdevices

摘要

The present invention utilizes tetherless microtools to biopsy tissue. The invention provides a device and method for deployment and retrieval of tetherless microtools. The size of the microtools ensures that tissue damage at a site targeted for biopsy is negligible. As such, large numbers of microtools may be deployed ensuring that a true statistical sampling of biologic tissue is performed.

主权项

1. A system for obtaining a tissue sample from a subject, the system comprising:
a) a device comprised of one or more magnets configured for retrieval or deployment of a tetherless microtool; and b) a tetherless microtool magnetically detachable to the one or more magnets.