The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized a standalone Dutch robot that can draw blood

Maybe the first approved vampire robot? 😊 And the FDA released the announcement on my birthday! 😊

"... The machine, called Aletta, uses near-infrared light and ultrasound to locate a vein before autonomously applying a tourniquet, disinfecting the skin, inserting the needle, changing collection tubes, and applying a bandage.

The authorization will allow Aletta to be used on adults in clinics and other medical settings where patients do not stay overnight."

"... The device is authorized for use in adults in outpatient settings and must be operated under the oversight of a supervisor trained in phlebotomy.

One phlebotomist can oversee up to three Aletta devices at the same time ..."

"... The Aletta ARPD is designed to autonomously perform diagnostic blood collection. The system combines multimodal imaging, including near-infrared, ultrasound, and Doppler ultrasound to help distinguish between veins and arteries. It combines these capabilities with advanced robotics and artificial intelligence, to identify suitable veins, guide needle insertion, and collect blood samples with high precision and consistency. ..."

Doomslayer: Progress Roundup - by Malcolm Cochran

US Authorizes First Standalone Robotic Blood Draw Device

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Aletta