ABSTRACT
A biopsy processing system designed to prevent lodging and possible loss of the tissue specimen for analysis. The system includes a biopsy container having a longitudinal wall forming an internal compartment, a biopsy bag attached to an inner surface of the container, a cassette for receiving the biopsy bag, and an automated system for removing the biopsy bag from the biopsy container and placing the biopsy bag in the cassette.
CLAIMS
1. A biopsy processing system, comprising:(a) a biopsy container, wherein said biopsy container comprises a longitudinal wall forming an internal compartment;(b) a biopsy bag comprising an open end and a closed end, wherein said biopsy bag is attached to an inner surface of said longitudinal wall of said biopsy container;(c) a cassette operable for receiving said biopsy bag;(d) a vacuum chamber operable to subject said biopsy bag to negative pressure; and(e) a series of robotic arms configured to remove said biopsy bag from said biopsy container and to place said biopsy bag in said vacuum chamber and to remove said biopsy bag from said vacuum chamber and to place said biopsy bag in said cassette.