Assembly line system and fixed value product supply method

Abstract

The invention discloses an assembly line system and a fixed value product supply method.The assembly line system comprises a plurality of sample analyzers, a storage module and a track assembly, and the storage module is used for storing a plurality of test tubes used for loading fixed value products used by the sample analyzers; the storage module and the plurality of sample analyzers are arranged at intervals along the extension direction of the track assembly; the track assembly is used for transporting the test tubes, and the storage module performs cover replacement operation on the test tubes before the test tubes return to the storage module from the sample analyzer. Through cooperation of the storage module and the track assembly, the storage module automatically supplies the fixed value products to the sample analyzer, the automation degree of the assembly line system is improved, and the use experience of a user on the assembly line system is improved. Meanwhile, after the test tubes supply the fixed value products to the sample analyzer and before the test tubes return to the storage module from the sample analyzer for storage, the storage module performs cover replacement operation on the test tubes, so that the safety of the test tubes is improved, and the automation of the assembly line system is further improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of in vitro diagnostic technology, and in particular to an assembly line system and a quality control product supply method. Background Art

[0002] The sample analyzer can confirm the instrument status as needed before, during, and after sample analysis. The specific method is to use a sample with a known fixed value to perform detection on the instrument, and compare the test result with the known fixed value. If the test result and the known fixed value are within a certain deviation range, it is considered that the detection system is in a controlled state. Otherwise, there is a risk of the detection system being out of control.

[0003] Currently, fixed-value products are usually stored in a special refrigerator. Before use, the operator takes out the fixed-value product, opens the test tube cover of the fixed-value product, and manually puts the test tube of the fixed-value product into the sample analyzer for testing. After the test is completed, the test tube is taken out, and the test tube cover of the fixed-value product is manually closed or replaced, and the fixed-value product is put back into the refrigerator.

[0004] The above processing operations for fixed-value products bring a lot of workload to users, and rely on manual labor, with insufficient automation, which easily affects the normal working efficiency of the analysis system. Summary of the invention

[0005] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present application provides an assembly line system, which includes: multiple sample analyzers, which are used to perform sample detection on samples and test fixed-value products; a storage module, which is used to store multiple test tubes, and the test tubes are used to load fixed-value products and / or reagents for use by the sample analyzers; a track assembly, which is used to transport the test tubes, and the storage module and the multiple sample analyzers are arranged at intervals along the extension direction of the track assembly; wherein the storage module supplies the sample analyzers with test tubes loaded with fixed-value products through the track assembly, and before the test tubes are returned from the sample analyzers to the storage module for storage, the storage module performs a capping operation on the test tubes.

[0006] Wherein, the assembly line system also includes a processor, and the storage module includes a scheduling component and a storage component; wherein, the scheduling component is used to move the test tube, and the storage component includes a cold storage area and a cover changing area; the cold storage area is used to refrigerate the fixed-value products in the test tube; the cover changing area is used to change the cover operation on the test tube; when the sample analyzer needs to test the fixed-value products, the processor controls the scheduling component to move the test tube from the cold storage area to the track component; after the sample analyzer has finished using the fixed-value products, the processor controls the scheduling component to move the test tube to the cover changing area and change the cover operation on the test tube, and the scheduling component is also used to move the test tube that has completed the cover changing operation to the cold storage area for refrigerated storage.

[0007] Among them, the pipeline system also includes an interface module, which is connected to the storage module, and the interface module also includes an identification component; a plurality of different types of fixed-value products are loaded in the multiple test tubes, and identification codes are affixed to the test tubes, and the identification codes correspond to the types of the fixed-value products one by one; after the sample analyzer has finished using the fixed-value products, and / or, during the process of filling the storage module with fixed-value products, the identification component identifies the identification code on the test tube to obtain the type of the fixed-value product of the test tube, and the processor: when the identification code identified by the identification component as a fixed-value product is identified, the scheduling component controls the test tube to be placed in the corresponding area of ​​the cold storage area for refrigerated storage, wherein in the cold storage area, different types of fixed-value products are placed in different corresponding areas.

[0008] Wherein, the assembly line system also includes a loading platform and an unloading platform, the loading platform and the unloading platform are spaced apart from the storage module, and the loading platform and the unloading platform are arranged on one side of the track component; in the process of filling the storage module with fixed-value products, the test tube loaded with the fixed-value product is input from the loading platform, reaches the track component, and reaches the identification component of the interface module through the track component, the identification component obtains the fixed-value product type of the test tube, and the processor controls the scheduling component to place the test tube in the corresponding area of ​​the refrigerated area for refrigerated storage according to the fixed-value product type; after the sample analyzer has finished using the fixed-value product, the track component transports the used test tube to the interface module for identification, the processor controls the scheduling component to move the test tube to the cover changing area for cover changing operation, and controls the scheduling component to move the test tube that has completed the cover changing operation to the refrigerated area for refrigerated storage; or, the track component transports the used test tube to the unloading platform to unload the used test tube. In order to solve the above technical problems, the present application also provides a fixed-value product supply method, which is applied to the assembly line system of any of the above embodiments, and the method includes:

[0009] Obtaining the type of the fixed-value product required by the sample analyzer, controlling the scheduling component in the storage module to move the test tube loaded with the fixed-value product of the type required by the sample analyzer to the track component, and controlling the track component to transport the test tube to the sample analyzer for testing by the sample analyzer;

[0010] After the sample analyzer completes the test and before the test tube of the fixed value product needs to be returned from the sample analyzer to the storage module for storage, the processor controls the track assembly to transport the fixed value product to the storage module so that the storage module can recap the test tube.

[0011] Wherein, the step of controlling the track assembly to transport the test tube to the sample analyzer further includes:

[0012] Acquiring information of the plurality of sample analyzers of the pipeline system;

[0013] Generate a transportation route based on matching the type of the test tube and the information of the multiple sample analyzers;

[0014] The track assembly is controlled to directly transport the test tube according to the transport route to a sample analyzer that matches the type of the test tube.

[0015] Wherein, after the step of controlling the track assembly to transport the test tube to the sample analyzer, the method includes:

[0016] Determine whether the fixed-value item in the test tube can be used again; wherein the processor is used to store a preset number of uses N corresponding to the fixed-value item type of the test tube, and record the number of times the test tube is removed from the storage module as M, where N and M are integers greater than or equal to 1;

[0017] In response to N being greater than M, the track assembly is controlled to transport the test tube to the storage module so that the storage module can recap the test tube and store it in a refrigerated state. N being greater than M is used to indicate that the number of uses of the test tube does not exceed the preset number of uses, and the fixed-value items in the test tube can be used again.

[0018] Wherein, the step of determining whether the fixed-value product in the test tube can be used again further includes:

[0019] In response to N being equal to M, the track assembly is controlled to transport the test tube to the unloading platform for unloading. N being equal to M is used to indicate that the number of times the test tube has been used is equal to the preset number of times, and the fixed-value items in the test tube cannot be used again.

[0020] The loading platform of the assembly line system includes a loading area and a buffer area, a scanning module is provided between the loading area and the buffer area, and the scanning module is used to identify the identification code on the test tube to obtain the fixed value product type of the test tube;

[0021] Before the step of controlling the scheduling component in the storage module to move the test tube loaded with the definite value product of the type required by the sample analyzer to the track component, the method includes:

[0022] Controlling the test tube located in the loading area and loaded with a fixed-value product to move to a corresponding area of ​​the scanning module, so that the scanning module acquires the fixed-value product type of the test tube;

[0023] In response to the test tube's fixed-value product type being the fixed-value product type stored in the storage module, the test tube is controlled to move from the buffer area to the track assembly, and the track assembly is controlled to transport the test tube to the storage module, so that the storage module: obtains the fixed-value product type of the test tube, and the scheduling assembly moves the test tube to the corresponding area of ​​the refrigerated area for refrigerated storage.

[0024] Wherein, the method further comprises:

[0025] Determine whether the fixed-value product in the storage module is expired, wherein the processor is used to store a preset storage time K corresponding to the fixed-value product type of the test tube, and record the storage time S of the test tube in the storage module, wherein K and S are rational numbers greater than 0;

[0026] In response to S being greater than or equal to K, the scheduling component is controlled to move the test tube onto the track component, and the track component is controlled to transport the test tube to the unloading platform for unloading. S being greater than or equal to K is used to indicate that the storage time of the fixed-value item in the test tube exceeds the preset storage time, and the fixed-value item in the test tube is expired.

[0027] Beneficial effects of the present application: Different from the prior art, the pipeline system of the present application includes a storage module and a track assembly, the storage module is used to store a plurality of test tubes for loading fixed-value products for use in a sample analyzer; the storage module and a plurality of sample analyzers that require the storage module to supply fixed-value products are arranged on the track assembly, and the track assembly is used to transport the test tubes in the storage module to the sample analyzer, supply the fixed-value products to the sample analyzer, so that the sample analyzer can test the fixed-value products. Through the cooperation of the storage module and the track assembly, the storage module automatically supplies the fixed-value products to the sample analyzer, thereby improving the automation of the pipeline system and enhancing the user experience of the pipeline system. At the same time, after the test tube supplies the fixed-value products to the sample analyzer, before the test tube returns from the sample analyzer to the storage module for storage, the storage module recaps the test tube, thereby improving the safety of the test tube and further improving the automation of the pipeline system. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0028] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application, the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative work.

[0029] in:

[0030] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of the first embodiment of the pipeline system of the present application;

[0031] Figure 2 It is a structural diagram of the first embodiment of the storage module of the present application;

[0032] Figure 3 It is a structural schematic diagram of the second embodiment of the pipeline system of the present application;

[0033] Figure 4 It is a structural schematic diagram of the third embodiment of the pipeline system of the present application;

[0034] Figure 5 It is a flow chart of the first embodiment of the method for supplying fixed-value products of the present application;

[0035] Figure 6 It is a structural schematic diagram of the fourth embodiment of the pipeline system of the present application;

[0036] Figure 7 It is a flow chart of the second embodiment of the method for supplying fixed-value products of the present application;

[0037] Figure 8 It is a flow chart of the third embodiment of the method for supplying fixed-value products of the present application;

[0038] Fig. 9 It is a structural schematic diagram of the fifth embodiment of the pipeline system of the present application;

[0039] Fig.10 It is a flow chart of the fourth embodiment of the fixed-value product supply method of the present application.

[0040] Figure numbers: assembly line system 1; storage module 10; scheduling component 11; storage component 12; refrigeration area 121; cover changing area 122; rewarming area 123; pipe rack storage area 124; mixer 125; track component 20; forward track 21; track change area 22; return track 23; interface module 30; identification component 31; loading platform 40; loading area 41; buffer area 42; scanning module 43; unloading platform 50. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0041] The present application is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and examples. It is particularly noted that the following examples are only used to illustrate the present application, but are not intended to limit the scope of the present application. Similarly, the following examples are only some embodiments of the present application rather than all embodiments, and all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in the field without making creative work are within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0042] Reference to "embodiments" herein means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in conjunction with the embodiments may be included in at least one embodiment of the present application. The appearance of the phrase in various locations in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it an independent or alternative embodiment that is mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It is explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein may be combined with other embodiments.

[0043] In the description of this application, it is necessary to explain that, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "install", "set", "connect", and "connect" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be directly connected or connected through an intermediate medium. For ordinary technicians in this field, the above-mentioned specific meanings belonging to this application can be connected according to specific circumstances.

[0044] First, let’s explain the professional terms involved below:

[0045] Quality control test: Use standard quality control products with known parameters to enter the sample analyzer for analysis, and compare the parameters of the quality control products analyzed by the sample analyzer with the known parameters of the quality control products to see if they match. If they match, it means that the sample analyzer is under control and can ensure the accuracy of the analysis results; if they do not match, it means that the sample analyzer is out of control and the sample cannot obtain correct results when analyzed with the sample analyzer.

[0046] Calibration operation: When the sample analyzer analyzes the sample liquid, it obtains the corresponding parameters of the sample liquid according to the changes in the electrical signal of the sample analyzer after the sample liquid enters. That is, the sample analyzer has a fitting curve for each sample liquid. The sample analyzer obtains the parameters of the sample liquid according to the fitting curve and the changing electrical signal. Therefore, when the sample analyzer changes to analyze another type of sample liquid, it is necessary to first use a standard calibration product with known parameters to enter the sample analyzer for calibration operation to obtain the standard fitting curve of the electrical signal and the parameters of the sample liquid.

[0047] The certified products in the present application include at least one of quality control products that can be used for quality control testing and calibration products for calibration operations.

[0048] See also Figure 1 , Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of the first embodiment of the pipeline system of the present application. The pipeline system 1 of the embodiment of the present application is used to supply the required calibration products to multiple sample analyzers 2. Among them, the sample analyzer 2 can be a blood analyzer, an immunoassay analyzer, a coagulation analyzer, etc. When the sample analyzer 2 analyzes a high-concentration sample that requires enhanced cleaning, the pipeline system 1 can supply cleaning fluid to the sample analyzer 2; or, when the sample analyzer 2 needs to perform a quality control test, the pipeline system 1 can supply the sample analyzer 2 with a quality control product; or, when the sample analyzer 2 needs to perform a calibration operation, the pipeline system 1 can supply the sample analyzer 2 with a calibration product.

[0049] The assembly line system 1 includes a storage module 10 and a track assembly 20 .

[0050] The storage module 10 is used to store multiple test tubes, and the multiple test tubes are used to load the value products and / or reagents for use by the sample analyzer 2. For example, the multiple test tubes can be loaded with cleaning fluid, quality control products, calibration products, etc., so that when the sample analyzer 2 is cleaning, quality control testing or calibration operations, the sample analyzer 2 can be supplied with corresponding cleaning fluid reagents, quality control products and calibration products. The storage module 10 and the multiple sample analyzers 2 are spaced apart along the extension direction of the track assembly 20, and the track assembly 20 is used to transport the test tubes. The track assembly is used to transport the test tubes in the storage module 10 to the sample analyzer 2. Figure 1 As shown, in this embodiment, the storage module 10 can be arranged on the right side of the multiple sample analyzers 2. In other embodiments, the storage module 10 can also be arranged on the left side of the multiple sample analyzers 2, or arranged at any position in the middle of the multiple sample analyzers 2. The present application does not limit the relative arrangement position of the storage module 10 and the multiple sample analyzers 2, and it can be arranged according to actual needs.

[0051] In this embodiment, the storage module 10 supplies the sample analyzer 2 with the test tube loaded with the fixed value product through the track assembly 20. After the test tube enters the sample analyzer 2, the sample analyzer 2 punctures the tube cap of the test tube, thereby entering the inside of the test tube to absorb the fixed value product in the test tube. During the puncture of the tube cap by the puncture needle, debris will be generated in the punctured area of ​​the tube cap. If the puncture continues at this time, the debris on the tube cap will fall into the fixed value product in the test tube, causing contamination to the fixed value product. Therefore, the storage module 10 of the present application is also used to change the cap of the test tube loaded with the fixed value product.

[0052] In the present application, before the test tube is returned from the sample analyzer 2 to the storage module 10 for storage, the storage module 10 performs a cap-changing operation on the test tube, replaces the punctured tube cap of the test tube, and replaces the new tube cap for the test tube, thereby preventing the tube cap debris from affecting the fixed-value items in the test tube, thereby improving the safety of the fixed-value items. Among them, the storage module 10 may perform a cap-changing operation on the test tube each time the test tube is operated in the sample analyzer 2 and before it is returned to the storage module 10 for storage. Alternatively, after the test tube has been punctured a preset number of times and before it is returned to the storage module 10 for storage, the storage module 10 may perform a cap-changing operation on the test tube again, thereby saving the cap-changing cost.

[0053] In other embodiments, the test tubes may be stored in the storage module 10. When the sample analyzer 2 needs a fixed value product, the storage module 10 recaps the test tubes and then supplies the test tubes to the sample analyzer 2 through the track assembly 20. However, compared with the previous embodiment in which the test tubes are recapped before entering the storage module 10, the storage module 10 of this embodiment responds to the sample analyzer 2 needing a fixed value product and then recaps the test tubes and then supplies the test tubes to the sample analyzer 2. The sample analyzer 2 has to wait for too long, and the test tubes after puncture are stored in the storage module 10. The tube cap debris will still fall into the fixed value product of the test tube over time, and the safety of the fixed value product cannot be guaranteed. Therefore, it is most preferred to recap the test tubes before the sample analyzer 2 enters the storage module 10 for storage.

[0054] The pipeline system 1 provided in the present application includes a storage module 10 and a track assembly 20. The storage module 10 stores test tubes loaded with fixed-value products, and when the sample analyzer 2 needs fixed-value products, the track assembly 20 moves the test tubes loaded with the fixed-value products required by the sample analyzer 2 to the sample analyzer 2, so as to supply the fixed-value products to the sample analyzer 2. The automation level of supplying fixed-value products to the sample analyzer 2 during the operation of the sample analyzer 2 is improved, and no manual intervention is required, thereby improving the efficiency of supplying fixed-value products and the user experience of the pipeline system 1. At the same time, before the test tube is returned to the storage module 10 from the sample analyzer 2 for storage, the storage module 10 performs a cap replacement operation on the test tube, thereby improving the safety of the fixed-value products in the test tube and ensuring the operation effect of the sample analyzer 2 using the fixed-value products in the test tube.

[0055] Optionally, see Figure 2 , Figure 2 The pipeline system 1 further includes a processor (not shown), and the storage module 10 includes a scheduling component 11 and a storage component 12.

[0056] Among them, the scheduling component 11 is used to move the test tube, move the test tube from the storage module 10 to the track component 20, or move the test tube from the track component 20 to the storage module 10 for storage; the storage component 12 includes at least one of the refrigeration area 121 and the cover replacement area 122, that is, the storage component 12 can only include the refrigeration area 121. When only the refrigeration area 121 is included, the cover replacement operation is directly performed in the refrigeration area 121; the storage component 12 can also include two areas, the refrigeration area 121 and the cover replacement area 122. The temperature of the refrigeration area 121 can be 2 to 8°C, and a plurality of holes are provided, which can accommodate a plurality of independent test tubes at the same time, and is used to refrigerate the fixed value products in the test tubes, so as to avoid the fixed value products in the test tubes from being deteriorated due to inappropriate temperature, or volatilizing due to excessively high temperature, etc., thereby extending the service life of the fixed value products in the test tubes and saving the cost of the fixed value products.

[0057] The cap changing area 122 is used to change the caps of test tubes. In one embodiment, when the storage module 10 stores disposable test tubes, that is, the test tubes are unloaded after being used by the sample analyzer 2 and will not be returned to the storage module 10 for storage, at this time, the cap changing area 122 may not be set in the storage component 12.

[0058] In the case where the storage component 12 includes a refrigerated area 121 and a cover changing area 122, the scheduling component 11 can be arranged between the refrigerated area 121 and the cover changing area 122, so that the test tubes that have completed the cover changing operation in the cover changing area 122 can be more conveniently moved to the refrigerated area 121 for refrigerated storage. It is understandable that the scheduling component 11 can also be arranged at other positions of the storage module 10, so that the scheduling component 11 can move the test tubes from the storage component 12 to the track component 20. The degree of automation of the movement of the test tubes in the assembly line system 1 is improved, without manual intervention, and the user experience of the assembly line system 1 is improved.

[0059] At the same time, in order to facilitate the movement of test tubes on the storage component 12 and the track component 20, multiple scheduling components 11 can also be set for cooperation. For example, two scheduling components 11 are set, one scheduling component 11 is responsible for the movement of test tubes on the storage component 12, and the other scheduling component 11 is responsible for the movement of test tubes between the storage component 12 and the track component 20, etc. The present application does not limit the location and number of the scheduling components 11.

[0060] In this embodiment, when the sample analyzer 2 needs to test the fixed-value product, the processor controls the scheduling component 11 to move the test tube from the cold storage area 121 to the track component 20, and the track component 20 transports the test tube to the sample analyzer 2. After the sample analyzer 2 finishes using the fixed-value product, the test tube will be transported back to the storage module 10 by the track component 20, and the processor further controls the scheduling component 11 to move the test tube to the cap changing area 122 for cap changing operation, and controls the scheduling component 11 to move the test tube that has completed the cap changing operation to the cold storage area 121 for refrigerated storage.

[0061] In another embodiment, the storage component 12 may also include a rewarming area 123 and a tube rack storage area 124. The temperature of the rewarming area 123 may be set at 20 to 40°C, so that before the test tube is moved from the refrigeration area 121 to the sample analyzer 2, it can be rewarmed in the rewarming area 123 to restore the ambient temperature, so that the cell activity of the fixed value product in the test tube reaches the optimal state, and the efficiency of the sample analyzer 2 using the fixed value product for operation is improved. The tube rack storage area 124 is used to store a certain number of test tube racks. Due to the unique shape of the test tube, the test tube cannot be transported stably on the track component 20 alone, and the test tube rack is required to assist the stability of the test tube during transportation. The scheduling component 11 can first place the test tube on the test tube rack in the tube rack storage area 124, and then move the test tube rack loaded with the test tube to the sample analyzer 2 through the track component 20. The test tube rack fixes the test tube to prevent the test tube from derailing during the transportation of the track component 20, thereby improving the safety of the test tube during transportation. It is understandable that the test tube rack is the smallest unit transported on the track assembly 20 .

[0062] Furthermore, the storage component 12 may also include a mixer 125 for mixing the fixed-value products in the test tubes. When the storage component 12 includes a rewarming zone 123, the mixer 125 may be spaced apart from the rewarming zone 123, so that when the test tubes are moved from the refrigeration zone 121 to the rewarming zone 123 for rewarming, the mixer 125 mixes the test tubes in the rewarming zone 123, thereby speeding up the rewarming operation of the test tubes, shortening the rewarming time, and improving the preparation efficiency of the storage module 10 for the fixed-value products, thereby improving the response rate of the storage module 10 in supplying test tubes to the sample analyzer 2.

[0063] The following is a brief description of the operation steps of the storage module 10 in response to the sample analyzer 2 needing to supply a fixed value product when the storage assembly 12 includes a refrigeration area 121, a cover replacement area 122, a rewarming area 123, a tube rack storage area 124 and a mixer 125 in one embodiment:

[0064] In response to the sample analyzer 2 needing to supply a fixed value product, the processor controls the scheduling component 11 to move the test tube from the refrigeration area 121 to the rewarming area 123 for rewarming, and the mixer 125 performs a mixing operation on the test tube to speed up the rewarming operation of the test tube. After the rewarming is completed, the scheduling component 11 moves the test tube from the rewarming area 123 to the tube rack storage area 124, places the test tube on the test tube rack, and then moves the test tube rack loaded with the test tube to the track component 20, and the track component 20 transports the test tube rack to the sample analyzer 2.

[0065] After the sample analyzer 2 operates the fixed value product in the test tube, the track component 20 transports the test tube rack together with the used test tube to the storage module 10, and the scheduling component 11 moves the test tube on the test tube rack to the cover changing area 122 for cover changing operation, and moves the test tube rack to the tube rack storage area 124 for storage. After the test tube completes the cover changing operation, the scheduling component 11 moves the test tube to the refrigerated area 121 for refrigerated storage.

[0066] It should be understood that the above-mentioned functional partitions and functional components are not mandatory settings, and users can also add or reduce related partitions and components according to needs. This application does not limit the specific partitions and components in the storage component 12.

[0067] Optionally, see Figure 3 , Figure 3 The pipeline system 1 further includes an interface module 30 .

[0068] The interface module 30 is connected to the storage module 10, and the interface module 30 also includes an identification component 31. A plurality of different types of fixed value products are loaded in a plurality of test tubes to supply different types of fixed value products to the sample analyzer 2. An identification code is attached to the test tube, and the identification code corresponds to the type of the fixed value product one by one. For example, the first identification code corresponds to the first fixed value product type, and the second identification code corresponds to the second fixed value product type. The identification component 31 can obtain the fixed value product type of the test tube according to the identification code on the test tube. The identification component 31 can identify the identification code by scanning a barcode, reading RFID card information, visual recognition, etc.

[0069] After the sample analyzer 2 has finished using the fixed-value product, when the test tube is to be returned to the storage module 10 for storage; and / or when the fixed-value product in the storage module 10 is insufficient and the storage module 10 needs to be filled with fixed-value products, the identification component 31 can identify the identification code on the test tube that is about to enter the storage module 10 to obtain the fixed-value product type of the test tube. The processor controls the interface module 30 to open the transportation channel, that is, the channel between the track component 20 and the storage module 10, according to the fixed-value product type of the test tube. The scheduling component 11 moves the test tube from the track component 20 to the corresponding area of ​​the refrigerated area 121 through the transportation channel for refrigerated storage.

[0070] In the refrigerated area 121, different types of fixed-value products are placed in different corresponding areas, for example, the cleaning solution is placed in the first column of the refrigerated area 121; the fixed-value products of quality control type are placed in the third column of the refrigerated area 121; the fixed-value products of calibration type are placed in the fifth column of the refrigerated area 121. Therefore, when it is necessary to supply fixed-value products to the sample analyzer 2, the scheduling component 11 can move the test tube from the corresponding area to avoid supplying the wrong type of fixed-value products to the sample analyzer 2, improve the efficiency of the storage module 10 in supplying fixed-value products to the sample analyzer 2, and improve the intelligence and automation of the assembly line system 1.

[0071] Optionally, see Figure 4 , Figure 4 The third embodiment of the pipeline system of the present application is shown in FIG.

[0072] The loading platform 40 and the unloading platform 50 are spaced apart from the storage module 10 , and the loading platform 40 and the unloading platform 50 are disposed on one side of the track assembly 20 .

[0073] During the process of filling the storage module 10 with fixed-value products, the test tube loaded with the fixed-value products is input from the loading platform 40, reaches the track assembly 20, and reaches the identification assembly 31 of the interface module 30 through the track assembly 20. The identification assembly 31 obtains the fixed-value product type of the test tube, and the processor controls the scheduling assembly 11 to place the test tube in the corresponding area of ​​the refrigerated area 121 for refrigerated storage according to the fixed-value product type of the test tube.

[0074] After the sample analyzer has finished using the fixed-value item, if the fixed-value item in the test tube is a reusable fixed-value item, the track component 20 transports the test tube to the interface module 30 for identification, and the processor controls the scheduling component 11 to move the identified test tube to the cap-changing area 122 for cap-changing operation, and further controls the scheduling component 11 to move the test tube that has completed the cap-changing operation to the corresponding area of ​​the refrigerated area 121 for refrigerated storage.

[0075] When the fixed-value products in the test tube cannot be used again, there is no need to return the test tube to the storage module 10 for storage, and the track assembly 20 transports the used test tube to the unloading platform 50, and the test tube is unloaded on the unloading platform 50. This prevents unusable test tubes from occupying the storage space of the refrigerated area 121 and affecting the storage capacity of the refrigerated area 121, and also prevents the storage module 10 from supplying unusable test tubes to the sample analyzer 2, affecting the subsequent operation of the sample analyzer 2, thereby improving the orderliness and stability of the assembly line system 1.

[0076] Optionally, see Figure 3The track assembly 20 may include a forward track 21, a track change area 22 and a return track 23. The transport direction of the forward track 21 is the direction from the storage module 10 to the sample analyzer 2, and the transport direction of the return track 23 is the direction from the sample analyzer 2 to the storage module 10. When the storage module 10 supplies test tubes to the sample analyzer 2, or when the loading platform 40 fills the storage module 10 with fixed-value products, the test tubes reach the sample analyzer 2 from the storage module 10 through the forward track 21, or reach the storage module 10 from the loading platform 40. After the sample analyzer 2 has finished using the fixed-value products, the test tubes can cross the track change area 22 from the forward track 21 to the return track 23, and reach the storage module 10 or the unloading platform 50 under the transportation of the return track 23, and enter the storage module 10 through the track change area 22 again for storage or unloading at the unloading platform 50.

[0077] The pipeline system 1 provided in the embodiment of the present application includes a storage module 10, a track component 20, a processor and an interface module 30. The processor controls the scheduling component 11 to move the test tubes in the storage component 12 to the track component 20, and the track component 20 transports the test tubes stored in the storage module 10 to the sample analyzer 2 to supply the sample analyzer 2 with fixed value products. The track component 20 then transports the test tubes used by the sample analyzer 2 back to the storage module 10 for re-storage, or transports them to the unloading platform 50 for unloading. Through the cooperation of the storage module 10 and the track component 20, as well as the regulation of the processor, the pipeline system 1 automatically supplies the sample analyzer 2 with fixed value products, and can respond in time when the sample analyzer 2 needs fixed value products, thereby improving the efficiency and automation of the pipeline system 1 in supplying fixed value products to the sample analyzer 2, saving the tedious operation of manually supplying fixed value products to the sample analyzer 2, and improving the user experience of the pipeline system 1.

[0078] When the track assembly 20 transports the test tube to the storage module 10, the storage module 10 replaces the cap of the test tube before refrigerating the test tube to prevent debris from being punctured into the fixed-value items in the test tube and contaminating the fixed-value items, thereby improving the safety of the fixed-value items.

[0079] The present application also provides a fixed-value product supply method, which is applied to the assembly line system 1 in the above embodiment to realize the transportation and use of fixed-value products. Figure 5 The fixed value product supply method includes the following specific steps:

[0080] S11 : Obtain the type of fixed-value product required by the sample analyzer 2 , and the processor controls the scheduling component 11 to move the test tube to the track component 20 .

[0081] In the embodiment of the present application, the processor is connected to both the sample analyzer 2 and the storage module 10. The processor can obtain the type of fixed-value product required by the sample analyzer 2. For example, when the sample analyzer 2 needs a quality control test, the sample analyzer 2 sends a signal of the required quality control fixed-value product to the processor. The processor receives the signal transmitted by the sample analyzer 2, controls the scheduling component 11 in the storage module 10 to move the test tube loaded with the fixed-value product of the type required by the sample analyzer 2 from the corresponding area of ​​the cold storage area 121 to the track component 20. After receiving the test tube, the track component 20 moves the test tube to the corresponding area of ​​the sample analyzer 2. For ease of explanation, please refer to Figure 6 , Figure 6 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fourth embodiment of the pipeline system of the present application. The multiple sample analyzers 2 are named as the first sample analyzer 201, the second sample analyzer 202 and the third sample analyzer 203, wherein the first sample analyzer 201, the second sample analyzer 202 and the third sample analyzer 203 can be sample analyzers 2 of the same type or sample analyzers 2 of different types.

[0082] like Figure 6 As shown, the track assembly 20 first moves the test tube to the first sample analyzer 201 .

[0083] S12: The interface module 30 connected to the sample analyzer 2 obtains the type of the test tube.

[0084] In the embodiment of the present application, the pipeline system 1 includes a plurality of interface modules 30, and the plurality of interface modules 30 are respectively connected to the storage module 10 and the plurality of sample analyzers 2. Figure 6 The first sample analyzer 201, the second sample analyzer 202 and the third sample analyzer 203 are all connected to an interface module 30 for acquiring the type of the test tube.

[0085] In step S11 , the track assembly 20 transports the test tube to the first sample analyzer 201 , and the interface module 30 connected to the first sample analyzer 201 acquires the type of the test tube.

[0086] S13: Determine whether the type of the test tube is the same as the type of the sample analyzer 2.

[0087] Continuing with the above example, after the interface module 30 obtains the fixed value product type of the test tube, it uploads the obtained fixed value product type to the processor, and the processor compares the fixed value product type of the test tube with the fixed value product type required by the sample analyzer 2 to determine whether the fixed value product type of the test tube is the same as the fixed value product type required by the sample analyzer 2. If the fixed value product type of the test tube is the same as the fixed value product type required by the sample analyzer 2, the process proceeds to step S14; if the fixed value product type of the test tube is different from the fixed value product type required by the sample analyzer 2, the process proceeds to step S15.

[0088] In another embodiment, the processor may transmit the fixed value product type required by the sample analyzer 2 to the interface module 30, the interface module 30 obtains the fixed value product type of the test tube, and directly compares the fixed value product type of the test tube with the fixed value product type required by the sample analyzer 2 in the interface module 30.

[0089] S14 : the track assembly 20 transports the test tube to the interior of the sample analyzer 2 .

[0090] In response to the test tube having the same type of authentic product as that required by the sample analyzer 2, the transport channel of the interface module 30 connected to the sample analyzer 2 is opened, and the track assembly 20 transports the test tube to the inside of the sample analyzer 2. In one embodiment, the track assembly 20 may transport the test tube to the inside of the sample analyzer 2, and in another embodiment, the sample analyzer 2 may be provided with a moving assembly, and the moving assembly may clamp the test tube on the track assembly 20 to the inside of the sample analyzer 2 through the transport channel.

[0091] like Figure 6 As shown, when it is determined that the type of the certified product required by the first sample analyzer 201 is the same as the type of the certified product of the test tube, the track assembly 20 delivers the test tube into the first sample analyzer 201 along route A.

[0092] S15: The track assembly 20 transports the test tube to the next sample analyzer 2.

[0093] In response to the test tube having a different type of identification product from the sample analyzer 2 , the track assembly 20 transports the test tube to the next sample analyzer 2 along the test tube moving direction.

[0094] like Figure 6 As shown, when it is determined that the type of the fixed value product required by the second sample analyzer 202 is different from the type of the fixed value product of the test tube, the transport channel of the interface module 30 connected to the second sample analyzer 202 is closed, and the track component 20 transports the test tube to the third sample analyzer 203. The interface module 30 connected to the third sample analyzer 203 obtains the type of the fixed value product of the test tube, and determines that the type of the fixed value product of the test tube is the same as the type of the fixed value product required by the third sample analyzer 203, and the track component 20 transports the test tube to the inside of the third sample analyzer 203. That is, after the test tube comes out of the first sample analyzer 201, the track component 20 transports the test tube according to route B.

[0095] In the embodiment of the present application, when the processor determines that the type of the test tube is the same as the type of the sample analyzer 2, the test tube is sent to the sample analyzer 2 for operation; when the processor determines that the type of the test tube is different from the type of the sample analyzer 2, the sample analyzer 2 is skipped, and the track assembly 20 transports the test tube to the next sample analyzer for judgment. The efficiency of the test tube reaching the sample analyzer 2 that requires the test tube is improved, and the time that the test tube occupies the track assembly 20 is reduced, thereby improving the overall operating efficiency of the assembly line system 1 and the sample analyzer 2, and improving the degree of automation of the assembly line system 1. In another embodiment, if Figure 6 The third sample analyzer 203 is the last sample analyzer 2 on the track assembly 20 that needs a fixed value product, and the track assembly 20 returns the test tubes used by the third sample analyzer 203 along route C to the storage module 10 for storage or to the unloading platform 50 for unloading.

[0096] In other embodiments, step S14 may also include: obtaining information of multiple sample analyzers in the assembly line system; matching the type of the test tube and the information of the multiple sample analyzers respectively to generate a transportation route; controlling the track component to transport the test tube directly to the sample analyzer that matches the type of the test tube according to the transportation route.

[0097] The processor directly matches the type of the fixed-value product in the test tube to at least one sample analyzer that needs to test the fixed-value product, directly generates a transportation route based on the current location of the fixed-value product and the location of at least one sample analyzer that needs to test the fixed-value product, and directly transports the fixed-value product to at least one matching sample analyzer according to the transportation route through the track component.

[0098] The fixed value product supply method of the present application also includes: after the sample analyzer completes the test of the fixed value product and before the test tube of the fixed value product needs to be returned from the sample analyzer to the storage module for storage, the processor controls the track assembly to transport the fixed value product to the storage module so that the storage module performs a capping operation on the test tube. After the capping operation is completed, the fixed value product is stored in the refrigerated area of ​​the storage module. When the track assembly 20 transports the test tube to the storage module 10, the storage module 10 replaces the cap of the test tube before refrigerating the test tube to prevent debris from the punctured cap from entering the fixed-value product in the test tube and contaminating the fixed-value product, thereby improving the safety of the fixed-value product. In addition, since the cap is made of elastic material, it can almost return to its original state after being punctured and sampled. However, after repeated punctures, the ability of the cap to return to its original state gradually decreases, making it impossible for the cap to use its recovery characteristics after puncture to better provide a sealed effect for the fixed-value product, which can easily cause the fixed-value product to deteriorate. Therefore, completing the cap replacement operation before storage is beneficial to extending the actual service life of the fixed-value product, thereby improving the utilization rate of the fixed-value product. Please continue to read Figure 7 , Figure 7 This is a flow chart of the second embodiment of the method for supplying fixed-value products of the present application. After the track assembly 20 transports the test tube to the interior of the sample analyzer 2, the method further includes:

[0099] S21: Determine whether the fixed-value product in the test tube can be used again.

[0100] In this embodiment, different types of calibration products in the test tube may correspond to different usage times, for example, the calibration product in a test tube can be used 3 times, the quality control product in a test tube can be used 2 times, etc. After the sample analyzer 2 uses the calibration product in the test tube, it is necessary to determine whether the calibration product in the test tube can be used again, that is, whether there is any calibration product left in the test tube, so that the processor controls the track assembly 20 to transport the test tube back to the storage module 10 for re-storage, or transport it to the unloading platform 50 to unload the test tube.

[0101] In order to facilitate the judgment of whether the fixed-value product in the test tube can be used again, the embodiment of the present application proposes that when the test tube enters the storage module 10 for storage, the processor stores the preset number of uses N corresponding to the fixed-value product type of the test tube. For example, the preset number of uses of the fixed-value product type of the calibration product is 3 times, and the preset number of uses of the fixed-value product type of the quality control product is 5 times. At the same time, the processor records the number of times M that the test tube is removed from the storage module 10. In this embodiment, the test tube is removed from the storage module 10 and can only reach the sample analyzer 2 for use. Therefore, the number of times M that the test tube is removed from the storage module 10 is the actual number of times the test tube is used. Among them, N and M are integers greater than or equal to 1.

[0102] When the processor determines that the fixed value product in the test tube can be used again, the processor controls the track assembly 20 to transport the test tube back to the storage module 10, that is, Figure 6 The subsequent step of route C in the above example is to transport the test tube back to the storage module 10 and enter step S22. When the processor determines that the fixed-value product in the test tube cannot be reused, the processor controls the track assembly 20 to transport the test tube to the unloading platform 50 for unloading. Figure 6 The follow-up of route C in is to transport the test tube to the unloading platform 50 and enter step S23.

[0103] S22: In response to N being greater than M, the fixed-value product can be used again, and the track assembly 20 is controlled to transport the test tube to the storage module 10 for storage.

[0104] In this embodiment, N is greater than M to indicate that the number of times the test tube is used does not exceed the preset number of times, and the fixed-value product in the test tube can be used again. M represents the actual number of times the test tube is used. When N is greater than M, it means that the number of times the test tube is used does not exceed the preset number of times, and the fixed-value product in the test tube can be used again, and the processor controls the track assembly 20 to transport the test tube to the storage module 10 for storage. Thus, the fixed-value product is refrigerated and stored in the refrigerated area 121 of the storage assembly 12, which prolongs the service life of the fixed-value product and reduces the cost of the fixed-value product.

[0105] Furthermore, in the process of the track component 20 transporting the test tube to the storage module 10 for storage, the processor will first control the scheduling component 11 to move the test tube to the cover changing area 122 of the storage component 12 to change the cap of the test tube, thereby replacing the cap of the test tube to prevent debris generated by the cap after puncture from falling into the fixed-value items in the test tube and contaminating the fixed-value items, thereby improving the safety of the fixed-value items.

[0106] S23: In response to N being equal to M, the test tube cannot be reused, and the track assembly 20 is controlled to transport the test tube to the unloading platform 50 for unloading.

[0107] Wherein, N equals M to indicate that the number of times the test tube is used is equal to the preset number of times, and the fixed-value product in the test tube cannot be used again. In response to N equals M, the number of times the test tube is used is equal to the preset number of times, and the test tube cannot be used again, so the processor controls the track assembly 20 to transport the test tube to the unloading platform 50 for unloading.

[0108] In the embodiment of the present application, the number of times the test tube is used is limited to ensure that the fixed-value products in the test tubes involved in the operation of the sample analyzer 2 are within the preset number of uses, and the fixed-value products are retained in the test tubes for the sample analyzer 2 to be used again, further ensuring the operating efficiency of the sample analyzer 2. If the number of times the test tubes are used is not counted, and the empty test tubes or the test tubes with insufficient fixed-value products for the sample analyzer 2 to be used again are discarded in time, the sample analyzer 2 will operate on the empty test tubes without fixed-value products or the test tubes with insufficient fixed-value products, affecting the subsequent operation of the sample analyzer 2. In addition, the storage module 10 still needs to store the test tubes that cannot be reused, occupying the storage space of the storage module 10, and the storage module 10 cannot update the fixed-value products in the storage space in time, further affecting the efficiency of supplying the fixed-value products to the sample analyzer 2.

[0109] Therefore, the present application proposes to limit the number of times the test tube is used. When the processor determines that the test tube is still within the preset number of times and can be used again, the test tube is transported back to the storage module 10 for cap replacement and refrigerated storage after the sample analyzer 2 uses the fixed value product, waiting for the next use, saving the cost of the fixed value product. When the processor determines that the number of times the test tube has been used has reached the preset number of times and cannot be used again, the test tube is transported to the unloading platform 50 to unload the test tube after the sample analyzer 2 uses the fixed value product, freeing up storage space for the storage module 10, facilitating the storage module 10 to replace the fixed value product in the storage space, improving the automation of the supply of fixed value products and the filling of fixed value products by the assembly line system 1, ensuring the operating efficiency of the sample analyzer 2, and improving the collaboration efficiency between the assembly line system 1 and the sample analyzer 2.

[0110] Further, after the track assembly 20 transports the test tube to the unloading platform 50 for unloading, there is some storage space left in the storage module 10, and the storage module 10 can be filled with fixed-value products. Figure 8 and Fig. 9 , Figure 8 is a flow chart of the third embodiment of the method for supplying fixed-value products of the present application, Fig. 9 It is a structural diagram of the fifth embodiment of the pipeline system of the present application.

[0111] The loading platform 40 of the assembly line system 1 may include a loading area 41 and a buffer area 42, and a scanning module 43 is disposed between the loading area 41 and the buffer area 42. The scanning module 43 can identify the identification code on the test tube and obtain the type of the fixed value product of the test tube. In one embodiment, the scanning module 43 and the identification component 31 are different structures.

[0112] The specific steps of filling the storage module 10 with fixed-value products are as follows:

[0113] S31: placing the test tube in the loading area 41 and moving it to the corresponding area of ​​the scanning module 43.

[0114] In one embodiment, an automated moving device may move the fixed-value item to the loading area 41; in another embodiment, the user may manually move the fixed-value item to the loading area 41. The loading area 41 may be provided with a moving track to move the test tube toward the scanning module 43, or a moving component may be provided, and after the test tube enters the loading area 41, the moving component clamps the test tube to the corresponding area of ​​the scanning module 43. It should be understood that the present application does not limit the specific method of placing the test tube in the loading area 41 and the specific method of moving the test tube in the loading area 41 toward the scanning module 43.

[0115] S32: The scanning module 43 obtains the fixed-value product type of the test tube, and determines whether the fixed-value product type of the test tube is the stored fixed-value product type.

[0116] In the present application, the processor controls the test tube located in the loading area and loaded with the fixed value product to move to the corresponding area of ​​the scanning module, so that the scanning module obtains the fixed value product type of the test tube. Wherein, when the test tube moves to the corresponding area of ​​the scanning module 43, the scanning module 43 scans and identifies the identification code on the test tube to obtain the fixed value product type of the test tube. Prior to this, the processor may transmit the fixed value product type stored in the storage module 10 to the scanning module 43, and the scanning module 43 compares the obtained fixed value product type of the test tube with the fixed value product type stored in the storage module 10. In response to the fixed value product type of the test tube being the fixed value product type stored in the storage module 10, step S33 is entered. In another embodiment, after the scanning module 43 obtains the fixed value product type of the test tube, the fixed value product type of the test tube is uploaded to the processor, and the processor compares the fixed value product type of the test tube with the fixed value product type stored in the storage module 10.

[0117] S33 : In response to the test tube's fixed-value product type being the stored fixed-value product type, control is performed through the buffer area 42 and the track assembly 20 to store the test tube in the storage module 10 .

[0118] In response to the test tube's fixed-value product type being the fixed-value product type stored in the storage module 10, the scanning module 43 allows the test tube to enter the buffer area 42. The buffer area 42 may also be provided with a moving track to transport the test tube in the direction of the track assembly 20 until the test tube is transported to the track assembly 20. The track assembly 20 then transports the test tube to the storage module 10, and the interface module 30 connected to the storage module 10 obtains the fixed-value product type of the test tube again, so that the processor controls the scheduling component 11 to move the test tube to the corresponding area of ​​the refrigeration area 121 of the storage component 12 for refrigeration. In one embodiment, during the fixed-value product filling process of the storage module 10, the processor controls the test tube according to Fig. 9 Transport via route D.

[0119] In the embodiment of the present application, the scanning module 43 acquires the fixed-value product type of the test tube for the first time before the test tube enters the buffer area 42 from the loading area 41, and removes the fixed-value product type stored in the non-storage module 10, so as to avoid the fixed-value product being retained on the track assembly 20 and occupying the track assembly 20 due to the storage module 10 not accepting storage when the fixed-value product enters the track assembly 20 for transportation, thereby improving the stability of the pipeline system 1. When the test tube reaches the storage module 10, the fixed-value product type of the test tube is acquired for the second time, and the processor controls the scheduling component 11 to move the test tube to the area corresponding to the fixed-value product type for storage, so as to facilitate the retrieval of the test tube and improve the response efficiency of the pipeline system 1 to the sample analyzer 2.

[0120] In actual applications, the storage time of the fixed value samples in the test tubes in the storage module 10 is also limited. For example, if the quality control fixed value samples are stored for too long, the cell activity in the fixed value samples will be insufficient, which will affect the operation effect of the sample analyzer 2. Fig.10 , Fig.10 This is a structural diagram of the fourth embodiment of the method for supplying fixed-value products of the present application. The present embodiment further proposes that while the pipeline system 1 supplies fixed-value products to the sample analyzer 2, it also records the storage time of the test tube in the pipeline system 1 to ensure that the fixed-value products in the test tube are in the best operating state. The specific steps are as follows:

[0121] S41: Determine whether the fixed-value products in the storage module 10 are expired.

[0122] In this embodiment, when the type of the fixed-value product in the test tube is a quality control product or a calibration product, the fixed-value product includes a cell sample. When the sample analyzer 2 operates the fixed-value product, there are certain requirements for the cell activity of the cell sample in the fixed-value product, and the cell activity in the cell sample may decrease with the storage time. Therefore, the processor stores a preset storage time K corresponding to the type of the fixed-value product of the test tube. During this time, the cell activity of the cell sample in the fixed-value product can meet the operating requirements, that is, reach the optimal operating state. Different types of fixed-value products correspond to different preset storage times, which can maximize the use of the fixed-value products, avoid unloading the fixed-value products when they are not expired, or store them in the storage module 10 when they are expired, occupying storage space; effectively improve the stability and security of the pipeline system 1.

[0123] Among them, the processor is also used to record the storage time S of the test tube in the storage module 10. In fact, the residence time of the test tube in the assembly line system 1 is not only the storage time S in the storage module 10, but also the transportation time on the track assembly 20 and the operation time in the sample analyzer 2. However, the transportation time on the track assembly 20 and the operation time in the sample analyzer 2 are too short compared to the storage time S of the test tube in the storage module 10, and the transportation time of the test tube on the track assembly 20 and the operation time on the sample analyzer 2 are difficult to determine. Therefore, this application uses the storage time S of the test tube on the storage module 10 to replace the residence time of the test tube in the assembly line system 1.

[0124] When it is determined that the storage time S of the test tube in the storage module 10 is less than the preset storage time K, the fixed-value product has not expired, and no processing is performed, and the test tube continues to be stored in the storage module 10. When it is determined that the storage time S of the test tube in the storage module 10 is greater than or equal to the preset storage time K, the fixed-value product is expired, and the test tube needs to be cleared, and the process goes to step S42.

[0125] S42: In response to S being greater than or equal to K, the fixed-value product is expired, and the test tube is moved to the unloading platform for unloading.

[0126] Among them, S is greater than or equal to K, which is used to indicate that the storage time of the fixed-value product in the test tube exceeds the preset storage time, and the fixed-value product in the test tube is expired. The processor can record the storage time S of the test tube in the storage module 10 in real time or periodically record the storage time S of the test tube in the storage module 10. In response to S being greater than or equal to K, the processor determines that the corresponding fixed-value product in the storage module 10 is expired. The processor controls the scheduling component 11 to move the test tube to the track component 20, and the track component 20 then transports the test tube to the unloading platform 50 for unloading, that is, Fig. 9 Route E.

[0127] The storage time S of the test tube in the storage module 10 is recorded by the processor, and compared with the preset storage time K, to determine whether the fixed-value products in the test tube are expired, and the expired fixed-value products are removed in time to avoid occupying the storage space; at the same time, the expired fixed-value products are prevented from reaching the sample analyzer 2 and affecting the operation effect of the sample analyzer 2. The safety of the pipeline system 1 is improved, and the user experience of the pipeline system 1 is enhanced.

[0128] Different from the prior art, the method for supplying fixed-value products provided in the embodiment of the present application provides the sample analyzer 2 with fixed-value products after obtaining that the sample analyzer 2 needs to be supplied with fixed-value products. When the pipeline system 1 needs to supply fixed-value products to multiple sample analyzers 2 at the same time, the sample analyzer 2 is connected to an interface module 30, and the interface module 30 determines whether the type of fixed-value products of the test tube is the required type of fixed-value products. If not, the track component 20 skips the sample analyzer 2 and transports the test tube to the next sample analyzer, so as to avoid the test tube occupying the track component 20, thereby improving the efficiency of the pipeline system 1 in supplying fixed-value products to the sample analyzer 2.

[0129] At the same time, the processor of the assembly line system 1 is used to record the number of times the test tube is used and the storage time. When the number of times the test tube is used exceeds the preset number of times, or the storage time of the test tube exceeds the preset preservation time, the test tube is unloaded to ensure the safety of the fixed-value products in the test tube, effectively improve the safety and stability of the assembly line system 1, and ensure the operating efficiency of the sample analyzer 2.

[0130] The above description is only an implementation method of the present application, and does not limit the patent scope of the present application. Any equivalent structure or equivalent process transformation made using the contents of the present application specification and drawings, or directly or indirectly used in other related technical fields, are also included in the patent protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A pipeline system, characterized in that: The pipeline system comprises: A plurality of sample analyzers, wherein the sample analyzers are used to perform sample detection on samples and test fixed-value products; A storage module, used to store a plurality of test tubes, wherein the test tubes are used to load quantified products and / or reagents for use by the sample analyzer; A track assembly, used for transporting the test tube, wherein the storage module and the plurality of sample analyzers are arranged at intervals along the extension direction of the track assembly; The storage module supplies the sample analyzer with test tubes loaded with fixed-value products through the track assembly, and before the test tubes are returned from the sample analyzer to the storage module for storage, the storage module performs a cap-changing operation on the test tubes.

2. The assembly line system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pipeline system further comprises a processor, and the storage module comprises a scheduling component and a storage component; The dispatching component is used to move the test tubes, and the storage component includes a refrigeration area and a cover changing area; the refrigeration area is used to refrigerate the fixed-value items in the test tubes; the cover changing area is used to change the covers of the test tubes; When the sample analyzer needs to test a fixed-value product, the processor controls the scheduling component to move the test tube from the cold storage area to the track component; After the sample analyzer has finished using the fixed-value product, the processor controls the scheduling component to move the test tube to the cap-changing area to perform a cap-changing operation on the test tube. The scheduling component is also used to move the test tube that has completed the cap-changing operation to the refrigerated area for refrigerated storage.

3. The assembly line system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The pipeline system further comprises an interface module, the interface module is connected to the storage module, and the interface module further comprises an identification component; The plurality of test tubes are loaded with a plurality of different types of fixed-value products, and identification codes are attached to the test tubes, and the identification codes correspond to the types of the fixed-value products one by one; After the sample analyzer has finished using the fixed-value product, and / or during the process of filling the storage module with the fixed-value product, the identification component identifies the identification code on the test tube to obtain the fixed-value product type of the test tube, and the processor: when the identification code identified by the identification component as a fixed-value product, controls the scheduling component to place the test tube in the corresponding area of ​​the cold storage area for refrigerated storage, wherein in the cold storage area, different fixed-value product types are placed in different corresponding areas.

4. The assembly line system according to claim 3, characterized in that: The assembly line system also includes a loading platform and an unloading platform. The loading platform and the unloading platform are spaced apart from the storage module, and the loading platform and the unloading platform are arranged on one side of the track assembly; In the process of filling the storage module with fixed-value products, the test tube loaded with fixed-value products is input from the loading platform, reaches the track component, and reaches the identification component of the interface module through the track component. The identification component obtains the type of the fixed-value product of the test tube, and the processor controls the scheduling component to place the test tube in the corresponding area of ​​the refrigerated area for refrigerated storage according to the type of the fixed-value product; After the sample analyzer finishes using the fixed-value product, the track assembly transports the used test tube to the interface module for identification, and the processor controls the scheduling assembly to move the test tube to the cover-changing area for cover-changing operation, and controls the scheduling assembly to move the test tube that has completed the cover-changing operation to the refrigerated area for refrigerated storage; or, the track assembly transports the used test tube to the unloading platform to unload the used test tube.

5. A method for supplying fixed-value products, characterized in that: The method is applied to the pipeline system according to any one of claims 1 to 4, and the method comprises: Obtaining the type of the fixed-value product required by the sample analyzer, controlling the scheduling component in the storage module to move the test tube loaded with the fixed-value product of the type required by the sample analyzer to the track component, and controlling the track component to transport the test tube to the sample analyzer for testing by the sample analyzer; After the sample analyzer completes the test and before the test tube of the fixed value product needs to be returned from the sample analyzer to the storage module for storage, the processor controls the track assembly to transport the fixed value product to the storage module so that the storage module can recap the test tube.

6. The method according to claim 5, characterized in that The step of controlling the track assembly to transport the test tube to the sample analyzer further includes: Acquiring information of the plurality of sample analyzers of the pipeline system; Generate a transportation route based on matching the type of the test tube and the information of the multiple sample analyzers; The track assembly is controlled to directly transport the test tube according to the transport route to a sample analyzer that matches the type of the test tube.

7. The method according to claim 5, characterized in that After the step of controlling the track assembly to transport the test tube to the sample analyzer, the method includes: Determine whether the fixed-value item in the test tube can be used again; wherein the processor is used to store a preset number of uses N corresponding to the fixed-value item type of the test tube, and record the number of times the test tube is removed from the storage module as M, where N and M are integers greater than or equal to 1; In response to N being greater than M, the track assembly is controlled to transport the test tube to the storage module so that the storage module can recap the test tube and store it in a refrigerated state. N being greater than M is used to indicate that the number of uses of the test tube does not exceed the preset number of uses, and the fixed-value items in the test tube can be used again.

8. The method according to claim 7, characterized in that The step of judging whether the fixed-value product in the test tube can be used again also includes: In response to N being equal to M, the track assembly is controlled to transport the test tube to the unloading platform for unloading. N being equal to M is used to indicate that the number of times the test tube has been used is equal to the preset number of times, and the fixed-value items in the test tube cannot be used again.

9. The method according to claim 5, characterized in that The loading platform of the assembly line system includes a loading area and a buffer area, and a scanning module is provided between the loading area and the buffer area, and the scanning module is used to identify the identification code on the test tube and obtain the fixed value product type of the test tube; Before the step of controlling the scheduling component in the storage module to move the test tube loaded with the definite value product of the type required by the sample analyzer to the track component, the method includes: Controlling the test tube located in the loading area and loaded with a fixed-value product to move to a corresponding area of ​​the scanning module, so that the scanning module acquires the fixed-value product type of the test tube; In response to the test tube's fixed-value product type being the fixed-value product type stored in the storage module, the test tube is controlled to move from the buffer area to the track assembly, and the track assembly is controlled to transport the test tube to the storage module, so that the storage module: obtains the fixed-value product type of the test tube, and the scheduling assembly moves the test tube to the corresponding area of ​​the refrigerated area for refrigerated storage.

10. The method according to claim 5, characterized in that The method further comprises: Determine whether the fixed-value product in the storage module is expired, wherein the processor is used to store a preset storage time K corresponding to the fixed-value product type of the test tube, and record the storage time S of the test tube in the storage module, wherein K and S are rational numbers greater than 0; In response to S being greater than or equal to K, the scheduling component is controlled to move the test tube onto the track component, and the track component is controlled to transport the test tube to the unloading platform for unloading. S being greater than or equal to K is used to indicate that the storage time of the fixed-value item in the test tube exceeds the preset storage time, and the fixed-value item in the test tube is expired.

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