Greensboro, North Carolina Patent of the Year – 2024/2025
URO-1 Inc. has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for innovation in medical sample handling. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent No. 11977010, titled ‘Method and apparatus for dislodging core tissue biopsy samples from core collectors and for storing and preparing samples for pathology’, simplifies and streamlines how tissue biopsies are processed.
This new technology tackles a common problem in pathology labs. It automates the removal of core tissue samples from biopsy needles and transfers them into storage containers for analysis. The process reduces manual handling, helping to preserve sample integrity while speeding up preparation time.
By improving accuracy and consistency in sample handling, URO-1’s system reduces the risk of damage or contamination. It ensures biopsy material is collected, dislodged, and stored with minimal intervention, which benefits both patients and clinicians by supporting more reliable diagnoses.
The invention is especially useful in urology and other medical fields where tissue sampling is routine. It could lead to faster lab workflows, less waste, and fewer errors in critical testing procedures. URO-1 Inc.’s breakthrough highlights how smart engineering can directly enhance healthcare quality and efficiency.