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FDA Approves First Robotic Blood Draw | Oakland News
The FDA just approved Aletta, the first robotic blood-drawing device that can handle most of the process solo—finding veins with near-infrared and ultrasound, applying tourniquets, inserting needles, collecting blood, and bandaging—all while a trained phlebotomist oversees and manages up to three units. It matched or beat human performance in clinical trials across diverse patients, with minor, rare issues. Designed to tackle the growing shortage of phlebotomists, Aletta includes safety features like automatic needle withdrawal if patients move and continuous disinfection. It’s not here to…
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