Abstract: Apparatus for taking a sample of a fluid. The apparatus contains a sampling station and a part which can be uncoupled therefrom, in Which a sampling bomb space and a four-way cock are integrated. The sampling station contains a first sample supply sub conduit with coupling element and a first sample discharge sub conduit with coupling element. The part further contains a second sample supply sub conduit with coupling element, a second sample discharge sub conduit with coupling element, and a sampling bomb supply and sampling bomb discharge conduit arranged between the four-way cock and the sampling bomb space. In a first position of the four-way cock the sampling bomb conduits are connected to each other and the second sub conduits to each other. In a second position of the four-way cock, suitable for taking a sample, the second sample supply sub conduit is connected to the sampling bomb supply conduit and the sampling bomb discharge conduit with the second sample discharge sub conduit.

Abstract: A device for removing from a container a fluid contained therein comprises a needle-shaped member with a distal end that is suitable for piercing a septum that seals the container. The needle-shaped member is in connection with a discharge member for discharging the fluid removed from the container. At a proximal portion of the needle-shaped member, which portion is designed to be inserted into the container, at least one opening that is in open connection with the discharge member is provided.