Automatic analysis device, automatic analysis system, and analysis information screen switching program

Abstract

The purpose of this invention is to provide an automatic analysis device that improves user work efficiency by switching to an appropriate screen at an appropriate time. To this end, the automatic analysis device of this invention comprises: an analysis unit that performs analysis; a storage unit that stores analysis information including analysis results or consumable status; a display unit that displays the analysis information; an operation unit that receives operations from the user; and a control unit that controls the analysis unit, the storage unit, the display unit, and the operation unit. The storage unit stores a screen switching mode, predetermined by the operation unit and consisting of multiple screens related to the analysis information, and trigger conditions that trigger the screen switching mode. When the trigger conditions are met, the control unit automatically starts switching the screen displayed on the display unit according to the screen switching mode stored in the storage unit, without relying on user operations on the operation unit.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to an automatic analysis device, an automatic analysis system, and a program for switching analysis information screens. Background Technology

[0002] As part of routine operations, users such as technicians handling automated analysis devices confirm information such as consumables and analysis results. Information confirmation is performed using the display unit of the automated analysis device, but if numerous screen transitions are required before the desired information is reached, it can increase inconvenience for users and reduce work efficiency. Therefore, automated analysis devices that provide screen displays that facilitate easy information confirmation for users have been proposed. For example, Patent Document 1 discloses an automated analysis device that displays information selected from multiple types of information (sample measurement information, alarm information, maintenance information) in a constantly displayed area on the screen. If the operator focuses only on the constantly displayed area, information can be readily grasped. Furthermore, Patent Document 1 also discloses features such as automatically switching between different information displayed in multiple constantly displayed areas on the screen, and the ability to set the switching interval to three stages.

[0003] Existing technical documents

[0004] Patent documents

[0005] Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2010-249757 Summary of the Invention

[0006] The problem that the invention aims to solve

[0007] In the technology disclosed in Patent Document 1, regardless of the state of the device or the user, a predetermined type of information is switched at a predetermined time interval, and the desired screen display may not be achieved at that time.

[0008] The purpose of this invention is to provide an automatic analysis device and an automatic analysis system that improves user work efficiency by switching to the appropriate screen at the appropriate time.

[0009] Methods for solving problems

[0010] To address the aforementioned issues, the automatic analysis device of the present invention comprises: an analysis unit that performs analysis; a storage unit that stores analysis information including analysis results or consumable status; a display unit that displays the analysis information; an operation unit that receives operations from a user; and a control unit that controls the analysis unit, the storage unit, the display unit, and the operation unit. The storage unit stores a screen switching mode, predetermined by the operation unit and consisting of multiple screens related to the analysis information, and trigger conditions that trigger the screen switching mode. When the trigger conditions are met, the control unit automatically starts switching the screens displayed on the display unit according to the screen switching mode stored in the storage unit, without relying on user operations on the operation unit.

[0011] Invention Effects

[0012] According to the present invention, an automatic analysis device and an automatic analysis system are provided that can improve the user's work efficiency by switching to the appropriate screen at the appropriate time. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram showing the overall structure of the automatic analysis device of Embodiment 1.

[0014] Figure 2 This is a block diagram representing the functional structure of the analysis device PC.

[0015] Figure 3 This diagram illustrates an example of manually switching the screen displayed on the display unit.

[0016] Figure 4 This is a diagram showing the basic settings screen for automatic screen switching.

[0017] Figure 5 This is a flowchart illustrating the automatic screen switching process.

[0018] Figure 6 This is an example of a detailed setting screen for screen switching modes based on system status (Example 1).

[0019] Figure 7 It is according to Figure 6 This is an example of a screen transition that changes based on the content set in the settings.

[0020] Figure 8 This is an example of a detailed setting screen for a screen switching mode based on the location of the specimen (Example 1).

[0021] Figure 9 It is according to Figure 8 This is an example of a screen transition that changes based on the content set in the settings.

[0022] Figure 10This is an example of a detailed settings screen for a user location-based screen switching mode (Example 1).

[0023] Figure 11 It is according to Figure 10 This is an example of a screen transition that changes based on the content set in the settings.

[0024] Figure 12 This is an example of a detailed setting screen for the screen switching mode based on the trigger screen (Example 1).

[0025] Figure 13 It is according to Figure 12 This is an example of a screen transition that changes based on the content set in the settings.

[0026] Figure 14 This is an example of a detailed setting screen for a screen switching mode based on trigger time (Example 1).

[0027] Figure 15 It is according to Figure 14 This is an example of a screen transition that changes based on the content set in the settings.

[0028] Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram showing the overall structure of the automatic analysis system of Embodiment 2.

[0029] Figure 17 This is an example of a detailed setting screen for screen switching modes based on system status (Example 2).

[0030] Figure 18 This is an example of a detailed setting screen for a screen switching mode based on the location of the specimen (Example 2).

[0031] Figure 19 This is an example of a detailed settings screen for a user location-based screen switching mode (Example 2).

[0032] Figure 20 This is an example of a detailed setting screen for the screen switching mode based on the trigger screen (Example 2).

[0033] Figure 21 This is an example of a detailed setting screen for a screen switching mode based on trigger time (Example 2). Detailed Implementation

[0034] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0035] Example 1

[0036] <Structure of the Automatic Analysis Device>

[0037] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram showing the overall structure of the automated analysis apparatus of Example 1. The automated analysis apparatus 100 includes: a conveyor line 1, a sampling unit 2, multiple analysis modules 3 (analysis sections), multiple buffer zones 4, and an analysis device PC 10. The conveyor line 1 transports racks carrying samples. The sampling unit 2 is a unit for loading racks carrying samples before analysis and storing racks carrying samples after analysis. The analysis modules 3 are modules for performing biochemical analysis, immunoassay, etc. Figure 1 In the example, there are five analysis modules: the first analysis module 3a, the second analysis module 3b, the third analysis module 3c, the fourth analysis module 3d, and the fifth analysis module 3e. Buffer 4 is a place where the shelf is temporarily idle until analysis of the sample is performed. Figure 1 In this example, there are three buffers: a first buffer 4a, a second buffer 4b, and a third buffer 4c. Furthermore, the first analysis module 3a and the second analysis module 3b are the same type of analysis module 3, connected to the first buffer 4a and the second buffer 4b respectively. Additionally, the fourth analysis module 3d and the fifth analysis module 3e are also the same type of analysis module 3, connected to the first buffer 4a and the second buffer 4b respectively. Finally, the third analysis module 3c is connected to the third buffer 4c.

[0038] Figure 2 This is a block diagram representing the functional structure of the analysis device PC. For example... Figure 2 As shown, the analytical apparatus PC10 includes a control unit 11, an operation unit 12, a display unit 13, and a storage unit 14. The control unit 11, for example, is a CPU, which controls the operation unit 12, the display unit 13, and the storage unit 14. Furthermore, the control unit 11 is connected to each mechanism of the analytical unit via an interface, controls the operation of each mechanism, and performs predetermined calculations using the measured values ​​received from each analytical unit to obtain analytical results. The display unit 13, for example, is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that displays analytical information to the user, including analytical results and consumable status (reagent balance, etc.). The operation unit 12 is a keyboard, mouse, or similar device that receives user input, such as mouse cursor clicks or other actions, including button presses on various operation screens displayed on the display unit 13, and inputting numbers or text from the keyboard into input boxes. The storage unit 14 consists of a memory 20 and a recorder 30.

[0039] The memory 20 conceptually stores programs corresponding to the functions executed by the control unit 11 as a screen switching setting unit 21 and a screen switching output unit 22. The screen switching setting unit 21 sets a screen switching mode consisting of multiple screens related to the analysis information, trigger conditions that trigger this screen switching mode, a lock time, etc., as detailed later. When the trigger conditions set by the screen switching setting unit 21 are met, the screen switching output unit 22 switches the screen according to the screen switching mode set by the screen switching setting unit 21 and outputs it to the display unit 13, as detailed later. Furthermore, although not shown in the diagram, the memory 20 also stores an action control unit that controls the operation of each mechanism, a measurement value calculation unit that uses measurement values ​​to calculate the analysis results, etc.

[0040] The program can also be provided pre-loaded into ROM or similar media, or provided or distributed as an installable or executable file recorded on a computer-readable recording medium such as a CD-ROM. Furthermore, the program can be stored on a computer connected to a network such as the Internet and provided or distributed via network download.

[0041] The recorder 30 stores analysis results 31, consumable status 32, screen switching setting information 33, etc. The screen switching setting information 33 stores the screen switching mode and its triggering conditions set by the screen switching setting unit 21.

[0042] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the screen displayed on the display unit 13 of the analysis device PC10 will be described below. However, if a user's mobile terminal is connected to the analysis device PC10 via a network or the like, the same processing can be applied to the screen displayed on the display unit of that mobile terminal. In this case, the aforementioned screen switching setting unit 21, screen switching output unit 22, and other programs are installed on the mobile terminal, and the application that displays the analysis information of the automatic analysis device is executed on the mobile terminal.

[0043] <Manual screen switching>

[0044] When a user performs a predetermined operation using the operation unit to confirm the analysis information from the automatic analysis device, the control unit causes the display unit to output a confirmation screen. Furthermore, when the user selects predetermined information while viewing the confirmation screen, the control unit causes the display unit to output detailed information about the selected information.

[0045] Figure 3 This diagram illustrates an example of manually switching the screen displayed on the display unit. For example... Figure 3 As shown, the confirmation screen consists of a specific display area 42 that becomes the screen switching object, and a basic display area 41 that remains unchanged even when the screen of the specific display area 42 is switched. Figure 3The example illustrates a scenario where the type of consumable is switched via a label when the "Consumable Status" status among the multiple analysis information displayed in the basic display area 41 is selected. Figure 3 The upper section allows you to select consumable A via a label, and displays detailed information about consumable A in a specific display area 42. Figure 3 In the middle section, select consumable B via the label, and display detailed information about consumable B in a specific display area 42. Figure 3 The next section allows you to select consumable C via a label, and displays detailed information about consumable C in a specific display area 42.

[0046] In this way, the user can manually switch the screen of a specific display area 42 using the operation unit 12. However, depending on the user with multiple regular tasks, manually switching the screen can be cumbersome and may reduce work efficiency. Therefore, in the automatic analysis device of this embodiment, a function is added to automatically switch to the appropriate screen at the appropriate time. When the automatic screen switching function is enabled, the control unit 11 automatically starts switching the screen displayed on the display unit 13 according to the screen switching pattern stored in the storage unit 14 when a predetermined trigger condition is met. In addition, after the screen switching starts, when a predetermined operation (such as clicking the screen) is performed through the operation unit 12, the screen is fixed (locked) to the screen displayed at that time, and the screen switching starts again after a predetermined locking time has elapsed.

[0047] <Basic settings for automatic screen switching>

[0048] First, the basic settings for the automatic screen switching function will be explained. Figure 4 This is a diagram showing the basic settings screen for automatic screen switching. In this embodiment, as shown... Figure 4 As shown, screen switching modes can be set based on system status, specimen location, user location, triggered screen, and trigger time. For each screen switching mode, the user can select the detailed settings button for that mode by pressing the corresponding screen switching mode's detailed settings button. Additionally, users can also enable or disable screen switching modes, or specify their priority. Figure 4 In the example, only the screen switching mode based on the trigger screen is valid, and only one priority order is specified. However, regardless of whether it is valid or invalid, a priority order can be specified for all screen switching modes. Additionally, in Figure 4 The basic settings screen also includes a field for entering the lock time. Figure 4 In this example, the lockout time is set to 3 minutes.

[0049] <Basic processing of automatic screen switching>

[0050] Next, the basic processing of automatic screen switching will be explained. Figure 5 This is a flowchart illustrating the process of automatic screen switching. First, when an event occurs... Figure 4 When an event that meets the triggering conditions (hereinafter referred to as the triggering event) is set as an effective screen switching mode (step S500), the control unit 11 (screen switching output unit 22) executes the event according to the settings in the screen switching mode. Figure 4 The screen switching output unit 22 compares the priority of the triggered events according to the priority order set in the settings (step S501). If there are other higher priority triggered events, the screen switching output unit 22 ends the screen switching (step S505). On the other hand, if the triggered event has the highest priority, the screen switching output unit 22 processes the screen switching according to the detailed settings (step S502). After that, the screen switching output unit 22 checks whether there is any operation on the display screen (step S503). If the user performs a screen operation (here, it is not a click for temporary screen locking, but an operation to unlock automatic screen switching), the process returns to step S505, and the screen switching output unit 22 ends the screen switching. On the other hand, if the user does not perform a screen operation, the screen switching output unit 22 checks whether there is a next screen to switch to according to the detailed settings (step S504). If there is no next screen to switch to, the process returns to step S505, and the screen switching output unit 22 ends the screen switching. On the other hand, if there is a next screen to switch to, the process returns to step S501, and the same process is performed. Furthermore, in cases of screen switching based on system status, screen switching based on user location, or screen switching based on a trigger screen where the last screen has already been displayed, step S504 determines that there is no next screen to switch. On the other hand, in cases of screen switching based on trigger time, multiple screens of the displayed object are switched in a circular pattern; therefore, even if the last screen has already been displayed, step S504 determines that there is a next screen to switch.

[0051] <Screen switching mode based on system status>

[0052] Figure 6 This is an example of a detailed setting screen for screen switching modes based on system status (Example 1). Figure 6 The detailed settings screen is accessed by tapping. Figure 4 When the detailed setting button for the screen switching mode based on system status is pressed, the control unit 11 (screen switching setting unit 21) displays the screen output by the display unit 13. Figure 6In the detailed settings screen shown, tapping the "System Status" tab displays multiple candidates, from which a predetermined system status can be selected. This allows you to set the system status that triggers screen switching. Conversely, tapping the "Screen Switching" tab displays multiple candidates, from which a predetermined screen can be selected. This allows you to set the screen displayed corresponding to that trigger. Figure 6 In the example, it can be seen that selecting "Prepare" as the system state and "Consumable Details Screen" as the switching screen results in the first setting listed in the set list 50. Furthermore, it can be seen that selecting "Shelf Recycling" as the system state and "Survey Status Screen" as the switching screen results in the second setting listed in the set list 50. And, it can be seen that selecting "Stop" as the system state and "System Alarm Screen" as the switching screen results in the third setting listed in the set list 50. Additionally, a delete button is provided in each setting of the set list 50; when the delete button is pressed, the screen switching setting unit 21 deletes that setting. Furthermore, in... Figure 6 The settings in the detailed settings screen are saved to the storage unit as screen switching settings information by pressing the save button.

[0053] Figure 7 It is according to Figure 6 This is an example of a screen transition based on the content set in the settings. For example... Figure 7 As shown, firstly, the screen switching output unit 22 is triggered when the automatic analysis device is in the ready state, and referring to the screen switching setting information 33 in the storage unit 14, causes the display unit 13 to output a consumable details screen. Next, the screen switching output unit 22 is triggered when the automatic analysis device is in the shelf retraction state, and referring to the screen switching setting information 33 in the storage unit 14, causes the display unit to output a sample status screen. Afterwards, the screen switching output unit 22 is triggered when the automatic analysis device is in the stopped state, and referring to the screen switching setting information 33 in the storage unit 14, causes the display unit 13 to output a system alarm screen.

[0054] <Screen switching mode based on specimen location>

[0055] Figure 8 This is an example of a detailed setting screen for a screen switching mode based on the location of the specimen (Example 1).

[0056] Figure 8 The detailed settings screen is Figure 4 When the detailed setting button for the screen switching mode based on the specimen position is pressed, the control unit 11 (screen switching setting unit 21) causes the display unit 13 to output the screen. Figure 8In the detailed settings screen shown, a predetermined specimen category can be selected from multiple candidates displayed by tapping the specimen category label, and a predetermined specimen location can be selected from multiple candidates displayed by tapping the specimen location label. This allows setting the trigger conditions for screen switching. Furthermore, not only specimen categories can be specified, but also the specimen ID of a specific specimen can be designated to further limit the trigger conditions. On the other hand, when the screen switching label is tapped, multiple candidates are displayed; by selecting a predetermined screen from these, the screen displayed corresponding to the trigger condition can be set. Figure 8 In the example, it can be seen that selecting "Control Specimen (C00001~C00300)" as the specimen category (Specimen ID), "First Analysis Module" as the specimen location, and "First Analysis Module Consumable Details Screen" as the switching screen results in the first setting listed in the set list 50. Furthermore, it can be seen that selecting "Control Specimen (C00001~C00300)" as the specimen category (Specimen ID), "Second Analysis Module" as the specimen location, and "Second Analysis Module Consumable Details Screen" as the switching screen results in the second setting listed in the set list 50. And, it can be seen that selecting "Control Specimen (C00001~C00300)" as the specimen category (Specimen ID), "Sampling Unit" as the specimen location, and "Control Measurement History Screen" as the switching screen results in the third setting listed in the set list 50. Additionally, a delete button is provided in each setting of the set list 50. When the delete button is pressed, the screen switching setting unit 21 deletes the setting. Furthermore, in Figure 8 The settings in the detailed settings screen are saved in the storage unit 14 as screen switching settings information 33 by pressing the save button.

[0057] Figure 9 It is according to Figure 8 This is an example of a screen transition based on the content set in the settings. For example... Figure 9 As shown, firstly, the screen switching output unit 22 is triggered when a sample of a predetermined sample type (sample ID) moves to the position of the first analysis module. Referring to the screen switching setting information 33 in the storage unit 14, the display unit 13 outputs a detailed information screen of consumables for the first analysis module. Next, the screen switching output unit 22 is triggered when a sample of a predetermined sample type (sample ID) moves to the position of the second analysis module. Referring to the screen switching setting information 33 in the storage unit 14, the display unit 13 outputs a detailed information screen of consumables for the second analysis module. Afterwards, the screen switching output unit 22 is triggered when a sample of a predetermined sample type (sample ID) moves to the position of the sampling unit. Referring to the screen switching setting information 33 in the storage unit 14, the display unit 13 outputs a control measurement history screen.

[0058] <User location-based screen switching mode>

[0059] Figure 10 This is an example of a detailed settings screen for a user location-based screen switching mode (Example 1). Figure 10 The detailed settings screen is in Figure 4 When the detailed setting button for the user location-based screen switching mode is pressed, the control unit 11 (screen switching setting unit 21) displays the screen output by the display unit 13. Figure 10 In the detailed settings screen shown, a predetermined user ID can be selected from multiple candidates displayed by tapping the user ID label, and a predetermined user location can be selected from multiple candidates displayed by tapping the user location label. This allows setting the trigger conditions for screen switching. Conversely, when the screen switching label is tapped, multiple candidates are displayed; by selecting a predetermined screen from these, the screen displayed corresponding to the trigger condition can be set. Figure 10 In the example, it can be seen that selecting "000001" as the user ID, "First Analysis Module" as the user location, and "First Analysis Module Consumable Details Screen" as the switching screen results in the first setting listed in the set list 50. Furthermore, it can be seen that selecting "000001" as the user ID, "Second Analysis Module" as the user location, and "Second Analysis Module Consumable Details Screen" as the switching screen results in the second setting listed in the set list 50. And, it can be seen that selecting "000001" as the user ID, "Third Analysis Module" as the user location, and "Third Analysis Module Consumable Details Screen" as the switching screen results in the third setting listed in the set list 50. Additionally, a delete button is provided in each setting of the set list 50; when the delete button is pressed, the screen switching setting unit 21 deletes that setting. Furthermore, in... Figure 10 The settings in the detailed settings screen are saved in the storage unit 14 as screen switching settings information 33 by pressing the save button.

[0060] Figure 11 It is according to Figure 10 This is an example of a screen transition based on the content set in the settings. For example... Figure 11As shown, firstly, the screen switching output unit 22 is triggered when a user with a predetermined ID moves before the first analysis module, and, referring to the screen switching setting information 33 in the storage unit 14, causes the display unit 13 to output a detailed information screen of consumables for the first analysis module. Next, the screen switching output unit 22 is triggered when a user with a predetermined ID moves before the second analysis module, and, referring to the screen switching setting information 33 in the storage unit 14, causes the display unit 13 to output a detailed information screen of consumables for the second analysis module. Afterwards, the screen switching output unit 22 is triggered when a user with a predetermined ID moves before the third analysis module, and, referring to the screen switching setting information 33 in the storage unit 14, causes the display unit 13 to output a detailed information screen of consumables for the third analysis module.

[0061] Furthermore, user detection units, such as sensors and cameras, installed in the automatic analysis device are used to determine whether the user has moved to the predetermined location. Additionally, the user ID can be determined either by reading the identification medium carried by the user through sensors or by image analysis based on the camera. When the output destination of the screen switch is the user's mobile terminal, the user ID can also be determined by associating it with the portable terminal.

[0062] <Scene switching mode based on trigger screen>

[0063] Figure 12 This is an example of a detailed setting screen for the screen switching mode based on the trigger screen (Example 1). Figure 12 The detailed settings screen is in Figure 4 When the detailed setting button for the screen switching mode based on the trigger screen is pressed, the control unit 11 (screen switching setting unit 21) causes the display unit 13 to output the screen. Figure 12In the detailed settings screen shown, a predetermined trigger screen can be selected from multiple candidates displayed by tapping the trigger screen's label, thus enabling screen switching to begin when that trigger screen is displayed. Conversely, when the screen switching label is tapped, multiple candidates are displayed, from which a predetermined screen can be selected, thus allowing the screen switching to be displayed following the trigger screen. Furthermore, a desired switching time before switching to that screen can also be entered. For example, when "Consumable A Details Screen" is set as the trigger screen, "Consumable B Details Screen" as the screen switching, and "2 seconds" is set as the switching time, "Consumable A Details Screen" and "Consumable B Details Screen" are listed in the first and second of the set list 50, and the switching time for "Consumable A Details Screen" is set to "2 seconds". Then, when "Consumable A Details Screen" is set as the trigger screen, "Consumable C Details Screen" as the screen switching, and "2 seconds" is set as the switching time, "Consumable C Details Screen" is listed in the third of the set list 50, and the switching time for "Consumable B Details Screen" is set to "2 seconds". Additionally, a delete button is provided in each setting of the set list 50. When the delete button is pressed, the screen switching setting unit 21 deletes the setting. Furthermore, in Figure 12 The settings in the detailed settings screen are saved in the storage unit 14 as screen switching settings information 33 by pressing the save button.

[0064] Figure 13 It is according to Figure 12 This is an example of a screen transition based on the content set in the settings. For example... Figure 13 As shown, firstly, the screen switching output unit 22 is triggered by displaying the detailed information screen of consumable A, which is set as the trigger screen. Referring to the screen switching setting information 33 in the storage unit 14, the display unit 13 outputs the detailed information screen of consumable B 2 seconds after the screen is displayed.

[0065] Then, two seconds after the display of the consumable B details screen, the screen switching output unit 22 causes the display unit 13 to output the consumable C details screen. Furthermore, if a screen is set as the switching screen, the same screen switching process is performed thereafter, and the screen switching ends when the last set screen is displayed.

[0066] <Screen switching mode based on trigger time>

[0067] Figure 14 This is an example of a detailed setting screen for a screen switching mode based on trigger time (Example 1). Figure 14 The detailed settings screen is in Figure 4When the detailed setting button for the screen switching mode based on trigger time is pressed, the control unit 11 (screen switching setting unit 21) causes the display unit 13 to output the screen. Figure 14 In the detailed settings screen shown, by entering a predetermined time in the trigger time field, screen switching can begin if there is no operation based on the operation unit 12 before that trigger time. On the other hand, when the screen switching tab is tapped, multiple candidates are displayed, from which a predetermined screen can be selected, thereby setting the screen to be displayed after the trigger time has elapsed. Furthermore, the desired switching time from one screen to the next can also be set. For example, when the trigger time is set to "5 minutes", the screen to be switched to "Consumable A Details Screen", and the switching time is set to "2 seconds", "Consumable A Details Screen" is listed in the first set list 50, and the switching time is set to "2 seconds". Then, when the screen to be switched to "Consumable B Details Screen" and the switching time is set to "2 seconds", "Consumable B Details Screen" is listed in the second set list 50, and the switching time is set to "2 seconds".

[0068] Next, when the "Consumable C Details Screen" is set as the switching screen and the switching time is set to "3 seconds", the "Consumable C Details Screen" is listed as the third item in the set list 50, and the switching time is set to "3 seconds". Additionally, a delete button is provided in each setting of the set list 50; when the delete button is pressed, the screen switching setting unit 21 deletes that setting. Furthermore, in Figure 14 The settings in the detailed settings screen are saved in the storage unit 14 as screen switching settings information 33 by pressing the save button.

[0069] Figure 15 It is according to Figure 14 This is an example of a screen transition based on the content set in the settings. For example... Figure 15As shown, firstly, the screen switching output unit 22 is triggered when there has been no operation based on the operation unit 12 for more than 5 minutes as set by the trigger time. Referring to the screen switching setting information 33 in the storage unit 14, it causes the display unit 13 to output the detailed information screen for consumable A. Two seconds after the display of the detailed information screen for consumable A, the screen switching output unit 22 causes the display unit 13 to output the detailed information screen for consumable B. Two seconds after the display of the detailed information screen for consumable B, the screen switching output unit 22 causes the display unit 13 to output the detailed information screen for consumable C. Here, if there is a screen that is set as the next screen to switch to, the screen switching output unit 22 similarly switches to the next screen three seconds after the display of the detailed information screen for consumable C. On the other hand, if the detailed information screen for consumable C is the last screen set, the screen switching output unit 22 outputs the initially set screen, i.e., the detailed information screen for consumable A, three seconds after the display of the detailed information screen for consumable C, thus looping the screen switching.

[0070] As described above, according to this embodiment, even if the user does not manually operate the screen, the system automatically switches to the appropriate screen at the appropriate time, thus improving the user's work efficiency. Furthermore, Figure 7 , Figure 9 , Figure 11 , Figure 13 as well as Figure 15 The various switching screens shown can be displayed in a way that occupies the entire screen of display unit 13, or in a way that occupies and Figure 3 The specific display area 42 is displayed as a portion of the overall screen. However, it is preferable that by making the specific display area 42, which is the object of screen switching, larger than the basic display area 41, which is not the object of screen switching, the user can easily confirm the analysis information.

[0071] Example 2

[0072] Example 2 is an automated analysis system that connects multiple automated analysis devices to a terminal device for overall management. It is envisioned for use in large-scale clinical examination facilities that require the examination of multiple specimens. Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram showing the overall structure of the automatic analysis system in Embodiment 2. (See diagram below.) Figure 16 As shown, the automatic analysis system has multiple automatic analysis devices 100 (first automatic analysis device 100a, second automatic analysis device 100b, and third automatic analysis device 100c) and a terminal device 200 (information management PC). The analysis device PC10 of each automatic analysis device is communicatively connected to the terminal device 200.

[0073] The terminal device 200, like the analysis device PC in Embodiment 1, includes a control unit, a storage unit, a display unit, and an operation unit (not shown). The control unit, for example, is a CPU, which controls the storage unit, display unit, and operation unit. Furthermore, the control unit causes the storage unit to store analysis information (analysis results, consumable status, alarms, etc.) received from each analysis device PC, or executes various functions by reading programs stored in the storage unit. The storage unit consists of a memory and a recorder. Programs corresponding to the functions executed by the control unit are stored in the memory, serving as a screen switching setting unit and a screen switching output unit. The screen switching setting unit and screen switching output unit function the same as in Embodiment 1. The recorder stores analysis information from each automatic analysis device, screen switching setting information, etc. The display unit, for example, is a liquid crystal display (LCD), which displays analysis information to the user. The operation unit includes, for example, a keyboard and a mouse.

[0074] The terminal device 200 is located in a different location from each automated analysis device, and its users are administrators or other personnel who provide instructions to the operators located in front of each automated analysis device. Even without manual screen operation by the administrators or other personnel, the terminal device 200 automatically switches to the appropriate screen at the appropriate time, thus enabling efficient confirmation of analysis information even in large-scale clinical testing facilities.

[0075] Therefore, in Embodiment 2, the screen and triggering conditions that can be set as the screen switching objects by the analysis device can be determined.

[0076] Figure 17 This is an example of a detailed setting screen for screen switching modes based on system status (Example 2). Figure 17 In, with Figure 6 Unlike Embodiment 1, this system can be set to trigger a screen switching based on the automatic analysis device, and the screen to be displayed corresponding to that trigger can also be set by the automatic analysis device. Furthermore, in Figure 17 In the system, a label is set for selecting the automatic analysis device, but the automatic analysis device can also be selected from the label for system status and the label for switching screens.

[0077] Figure 18 This is an example of a detailed setting screen for a screen switching mode based on the specimen location (Example 2). Figure 18 In, with Figure 8 Unlike the case of Embodiment 1 shown, the position of the specimen can be set as a trigger condition for screen switching according to the automatic analysis device, and the screen to be displayed corresponding to the trigger condition can also be set according to the automatic analysis device.

[0078] Figure 19 This is an example of a detailed settings screen for a user location-based screen switching mode (Example 2). Figure 19 In, with Figure 10 Unlike the case of Embodiment 1 shown, the user position can be set as the trigger condition for screen switching according to the automatic analysis device, and the screen to be displayed corresponding to the trigger condition can also be set according to the automatic analysis device.

[0079] Figure 20 This is an example of a detailed settings screen for a screen switching mode based on a trigger screen (Example 2). Figure 20 In, with Figure 12 Unlike the case of Embodiment 1 shown, the trigger screen can be set as the trigger condition for screen switching according to the automatic analysis device, and the screen to be displayed after the trigger screen can also be set by the automatic analysis device.

[0080] Figure 21 This is an example of a detailed settings screen for a screen switching mode based on trigger time (Example 2). Figure 21 In, with Figure 14 Unlike the case of Embodiment 1 shown, the screen can be displayed after a trigger time as set by the automatic analysis device.

[0081] The above embodiments have been described in detail for the purpose of readily understanding and illustrating the present invention, and are not necessarily limited to having all the described structures. Furthermore, a portion of the structure of one embodiment may be replaced with the structure of another embodiment, or the structure of another embodiment may be added to the structure of one embodiment. Moreover, regarding a portion of the structure of each embodiment, other structures may be added, deleted, or replaced.

[0082] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0083] 1…Conveyor line, 2…Sampling unit, 3…Analysis module, 3a…First analysis module, 3b…Second analysis module, 3c…Third analysis module, 3d…Fourth analysis module, 3e…Fifth analysis module, 4…Buffer, 4a…First buffer, 4b…Second buffer, 4c…Third buffer, 10…Analysis device PC, 11…Control unit, 12…Operation unit, 13…Display unit, 14…Storage unit, 20…Memory, 21…Screen switching setting unit, 22…Screen switching output unit, 30…Recording unit, 31…Analysis results, 32…Consumable status, 33…Screen switching setting information, 41…Basic display area, 42…Specific display area, 50…Set list, 100…Automatic analysis device, 100a…First automatic analysis device, 100b…Second automatic analysis device, 100c…Third automatic analysis device, 200…Terminal device.

Claims

1. An automatic analysis device having: an analysis section that performs analysis; a storage section that stores analysis information containing an analysis result or a consumable status; A display unit shows the analysis information; An operation unit that receives operations from the user; and a control unit that controls the analysis unit, the storage unit, the display unit, and the operation unit, characterized in that... The storage unit stores a screen switching mode, which is determined in advance by the operation unit and consists of multiple screens related to the analysis information, and the triggering conditions that trigger the screen switching mode. When the triggering condition is met, the control unit automatically starts switching the screen displayed on the display unit according to the screen switching mode stored in the storage unit, without relying on the user's operation of the operation unit.

2. The automatic analysis device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The triggering conditions are at least one of the following: the automatic analysis device is in a predetermined state, the sample is moved to a predetermined position, the user moves to a predetermined position, a predetermined screen is displayed, or there is no operation based on the operation unit for a predetermined period of time.

3. The automatic analysis device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The display unit displays a specific display area that becomes the object of screen switching, and a basic display area that remains unchanged even when the screen of the specific display area is switched.

4. The automatic analysis device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The specific display area is larger than the basic display area.

5. The automatic analysis device according to claim 1, characterized in that, Once the screen transition begins, when a predetermined operation is performed via the operation unit, the screen displayed at that time will remain fixed. When the lock time predetermined by the operation unit has elapsed, the screen switching will resume.

6. The automatic analysis device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The triggering condition is that the automatic analysis device is in a predetermined state. When the automatic analysis device is in a ready state, the control unit displays a screen related to the status of the consumables on the display unit.

7. The automatic analysis device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The triggering condition is that the specimen moves to a predetermined location. As the screen switching mode, the specimen category, specimen location, and the screen to be displayed when the specimen of the specimen category moves to the specimen location are predetermined.

8. The automatic analysis device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The analysis unit has multiple analysis modules. The trigger condition is that the user moves to a predetermined location. When the user moves to the designated analysis module, the control unit displays a screen on the display unit that relates to the consumable status of the analysis module.

9. The automatic analysis device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The triggering condition is that a predetermined screen is displayed, or there is no operation based on the operation unit for a predetermined period of time. As the screen switching mode, the order of the multiple screens to be displayed and the switching time of each screen are determined.

10. An automatic analysis system, comprising: Multiple automated analysis devices; and A terminal device, which is connected to multiple of the aforementioned automated analysis devices, The terminal device has: The storage unit stores analytical information, including analysis results or consumable status, obtained from the plurality of said automated analysis devices; A display unit shows the analysis information; The operations department, which handles user commands; and The control unit controls the storage unit, the display unit, and the operation unit. Its features are, The storage unit stores a screen switching mode, which is determined in advance by the operation unit and consists of multiple screens related to the analysis information, and the triggering conditions that trigger the screen switching mode. When the triggering condition is met, the control unit automatically starts switching the screen displayed on the display unit according to the screen switching mode stored in the storage unit, without relying on the user's operation of the operation unit.

11. A program for switching screens to analyze information, characterized in that, The analysis information screen switching program is executed by a computer present in the automatic analysis device or a computer connected to the automatic analysis device: The steps of determining a screen switching mode consisting of multiple screens related to analytical information including analysis results or consumable status, and the triggering conditions that trigger the screen switching mode; and When the triggering condition is met, the screen switching process automatically begins according to the screen switching mode without relying on user operation.

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