摘要 |
<p>A fluid collection device includes a receptacle (2) for holding a fluid collecting vial and a shield (40) that telescopically receives a portion of the receptacle (2). The receptacle (2) and shield (40) have closed distal ends with aligned apertures for receiving a vacuum needle (100). The receptacle (2) is axially displaced within the shield (40) between two releasable locking positions. The first releasable locking position is a 'needle exposure' position, wherein the needle is exposed outside of the shield and is ready for use. The second releasable locking position is a 'needle storage' position, wherein the needle is completely withdrawn into the shield (40) for protective storage during nonuse. The receptacle (2) has at least one locking tab (20) and at least one engaging tab (16), and the shield (40) has at least one slot (54) and at least one barrier for receiving and engaging the locking tab and engaging tab, respectively.</p> |