Fluid collecting at an angle adjusting device with adjustable the retractable needle

摘要

A medical device (10) is provided for collecting fluid samples from a patient, such as blood samples. The device (10) includes a needle (62) having a forward sharpened tip that is retracted into the housing (20) of the device after use to prevent exposure to the contaminated needle. The rearward end of the housing is open, forming a socket for receiving a fluid container, such as a vacuum tube, that will receive the fluid sample. A needle retainer (44) releasably retains the needle (62) in the extended position against the rearward bias of a biasing element (70). After use, the medical professional retracts the needle (62) by pressing an actuation button (46), allowing the biasing element (70) to displace the needle (62) rearwardly. A guide track (30) guides the needle during retraction, tilting the needle off-axis.