Urine sample collection and storage device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a urine sample collecting and storing device, and relates to the technical field of medical instruments. The urine sample collecting and storing device comprises a test tube and a sealing cover, the sealing cover comprises an upper cover and a side cover connected with the test tube, a collecting opening is formed in the upper cover, and an opening and closing assembly is arranged on the sealing cover; the opening and closing assembly is arranged in the mode that when the opening and closing assembly is opened, the collecting opening is communicated with the interior of the test tube, and when the opening and closing assembly is closed, the collecting opening is isolated from the interior of the test tube. According to the device, a test tube with a threaded opening is adopted as a storage container of a urine sample, urine collection and automatic sealing are achieved through the innovative design of a sealing cover, a collection opening can be opened by shifting a handle, and a collection cup is automatically clamped after being inserted and automatically closed after being pulled out. The design not only simplifies the operation process, but also ensures the reliability of the sealing effect.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of medical devices, and particularly relates to a urine specimen collection and storage device. Background Art

[0002] In medical diagnosis, urine analysis is an important means to evaluate the health status of a patient's urinary system, monitor the progression of diseases, and the treatment effect. The collection and storage of urine specimens, as the primary link in this process, directly affect the accuracy and reliability of subsequent tests. However, existing urine specimen collection and storage devices often have problems such as complex use, difficult to clean, or high cost in actual applications. These problems not only increase the workload of medical staff but also may affect the patient experience and satisfaction.

[0003] Currently, there are various urine specimen collection and storage devices on the market, but each device has its specific limitations. For example, the utility model patent with the publication number CN205483685U designs a test tube with a rubber lid. This device combines a funnel-shaped collection cup with the test tube through a threaded connection. Although it realizes the collection and storage of urine to a certain extent, during use, it is necessary to rotate to install and remove the collection cup, and the operation is relatively cumbersome. Moreover, the rubber lid is prone to aging and deformation after multiple uses, affecting the sealing effect.

[0004] Another utility model patent with the publication number CN215448642U provides a urine cup with a sealed lid. This design simplifies the collection process, and the urine can be collected and automatically sealed by inserting and pulling out the collection cup. However, the structure of this sealed lid is relatively complex, it is not a disposable item, and it is difficult to clean and maintain, increasing the operating costs of hospitals or clinics. Summary of the Utility Model

[0005] Aiming at the deficiencies in the existing technology, the purpose of the present utility model is to provide a urine specimen collection and storage device that is easy to use, has a simple structure, low cost, and can be used disposable. This device uses a test tube with a threaded mouth as the storage container for urine samples, and through an innovative sealed lid design, it realizes the collection and automatic sealing of urine. By turning the handle, the collection opening can be opened, and after inserting the collection cup, it will be automatically clamped, and automatically closed after being pulled out. This design not only simplifies the operation process but also ensures the reliability of the sealing effect.

[0006] To solve the above technical problems, the present utility model is realized through the following technical solutions:

[0007] A urine specimen collection and storage device comprises a test tube and a sealing cover, wherein the sealing cover comprises an upper cover and a side cover connected to the test tube, the upper cover is provided with a collection port, and the sealing cover is provided with an opening and closing component; the opening and closing component is configured such that: when the opening and closing component is opened, the collection port is communicated with the interior of the test tube, and when the opening and closing component is closed, the collection port is isolated from the interior of the test tube.

[0008] Preferably, the opening and closing assembly includes a baffle located below the upper cover, an opening arranged on the baffle, a toggle mechanism connected to the baffle, and a reset mechanism connected to the baffle; the toggle mechanism is used to drive the baffle to rotate relative to the upper cover so that the opening is aligned and connected with the collection port; the reset mechanism is used to automatically reset the baffle when there is no external force, so that the opening is isolated from the collection port.

[0009] Preferably, the toggle mechanism includes a handle arranged on the side wall of the baffle and an arc-shaped slot hole arranged on the side cover, the handle passes through the arc-shaped slot hole and extends outward, and the extension direction of the arc-shaped slot hole is consistent with the rotation direction of the handle.

[0010] Preferably, the reset mechanism includes a torsion spring, a first limiting groove is provided at the bottom of the upper cover, a second limiting groove connected to the first limiting groove is provided at the top of the baffle, one end of the torsion spring is accommodated in the first limiting groove and forms a limit, and the other end is accommodated in the second limiting groove and forms a limit.

[0011] Preferably, the sealing cover also includes a lower cover arranged inside the side cover, the lower cover is located below the baffle, there is a gap between the bottom surface of the lower cover and the bottom surface of the side cover, and a through hole is arranged on the lower cover, and the through hole coincides with the projection of the collection port on the horizontal plane.

[0012] Preferably, when the collection port, the opening and the through hole are aligned, the drainage tube on the urine specimen collection cup can be inserted into the collection port, the opening and the through hole in sequence.

[0013] Preferably, the lower cover is connected to the inner wall of the side cover via threads.

[0014] Preferably, an internal thread is provided on the side wall of the side cover between the bottom surface of the lower cover and the bottom surface of the side cover, and an external thread is provided at the opening of the test tube.

[0015] Preferably, the lower cover and the baffle are both disc-shaped.

[0016] Preferably, the sealing cover, test tube, baffle and handle are all made of plastic.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the utility model has the following advantages and beneficial effects:

[0018] (1) When collecting urine specimens, the user only needs to turn the handle to open the collection port and easily insert the collection cup. After the collection is completed, when the collection cup is pulled out, the collection port will automatically close, without the need for complicated rotation installation or disassembly process, which greatly improves the convenience of use.

[0019] (2) The main components of the device (except the torsion spring) can be made of plastic, which not only reduces the material cost, but also makes the entire device lighter, easier to carry and transport. At the same time, the simple structural design also reduces the manufacturing difficulty and cost.

[0020] (3) The device is designed to be disposable, avoiding the cleaning and maintenance problems caused by repeated use. This not only reduces the burden on medical staff, but also reduces the risk of cross infection and improves medical safety.

[0021] (4) This device is suitable for various medical scenarios where urine specimens need to be collected, such as hospitals, clinics, physical examination centers, etc., and has broad application prospects. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of the urine specimen collection and storage device of the utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the urine specimen collection and storage device of the utility model (without a test tube);

[0024] Figure 3 It is a partial cross-sectional structural schematic diagram of the urine specimen collection and storage device of the utility model (without test tube);

[0025] Figure 4 It is a structural schematic diagram of the stopper of the utility model;

[0026] Figure 5 It is a structural schematic diagram of the collection cup of the utility model.

[0027] Figure numerals: 1. test tube; 2. sealing cover; 201. upper cover; 2011. collection port; 202. side cover; 203. lower cover; 2031. through hole; 3. opening and closing assembly; 301. baffle; 302. opening; 303. toggle mechanism; 3031. handle; 3032. arc-shaped slot; 304. reset mechanism; 3041. torsion spring; 3042. first limiting groove; 3043. second limiting groove; 4. collection cup; 41. drainage tube. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0028] In order to enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solution of the utility model, the preferred implementation scheme of the utility model is described below in conjunction with specific embodiments. However, it should be understood that the drawings are only used for illustrative purposes and cannot be understood as a limitation on this patent. In order to better illustrate this embodiment, some parts of the drawings may be omitted, enlarged or reduced, and do not represent the size of the actual product. For those skilled in the art, it is understandable that some well-known structures and their descriptions in the drawings may be omitted. The positional relationship described in the drawings is only used for illustrative purposes and cannot be understood as a limitation on this patent.

[0029] This embodiment describes in detail the specific structural design, material selection, operation process and practical benefits of a urine specimen collection and storage device that is easy to use, simple in structure, low in cost and disposable, aiming to further illustrate the innovative features and practical value of the utility model.

[0030] like Figures 1-5 As shown, the utility model provides a urine specimen collection and storage device, which is mainly composed of a test tube 1, a sealing cover 2 and an opening and closing assembly 3. The sealing cover 2 and the opening and closing assembly 3 are the core of the design, which integrate key components such as the collection port 2011, the baffle 301, the toggle mechanism 303, the reset mechanism 304 and the lower cover 203, and realizes convenient collection and automatic sealing of urine through ingenious design.

[0031] The test tube 1 is cylindrical, and an external thread is provided at its opening for tightly screwing with the internal thread inside the side cover 202 of the sealing cover 2 to ensure sealing. The material of the test tube 1 is transparent plastic, which is convenient for observing the state of the urine specimen.

[0032] The sealing cover 2 is composed of three parts: an upper cover 201 , a side cover 202 and a lower cover 203 .

[0033] Specifically, the upper cover 201 is provided with a collection port 2011, the size of which is adapted to the diameter of the drainage tube 1 on the common urine collection cup 4 on the market, ensuring that the drainage tube 1 of the urine specimen collection cup 4 can be smoothly introduced. The bottom of the upper cover 201 is provided with a first limiting groove 3042 for installing the reset mechanism 304. The side cover 202 is connected to the opening of the test tube 1 by a thread, and an arc-shaped slot 3032 is provided on its side wall for the handle 3031 in the toggle mechanism 303 to pass through and extend. A certain interval is maintained between the bottom surface of the side cover 202 and the bottom surface of the lower cover 203, so that the test tube 1 and the side cover 202 can be screwed together. The lower cover 203 is located below the baffle 301, and a gap is maintained between its bottom surface and the bottom surface of the side cover 202. A through hole 2031 is provided on the lower cover 203, which coincides with the projection of the collection port 2011 on the horizontal plane, ensuring that the urine specimen can smoothly enter the test tube 1. The lower cover 203 and the inner wall of the side cover 202 are also connected by threads to ensure sealing. Figure 2 , Figure 3 andFigure 5 shown.

[0034] The opening and closing assembly 3 includes a baffle 301 , an opening 302 , a toggle mechanism 303 and a reset mechanism 304 .

[0035] Specifically, the baffle 301 is located below the upper cover 201, and is provided with an opening 302 of a size matching the collection port 2011. A second limiting groove 3043 communicating with the first limiting groove 3042 is provided on the top of the baffle 301, for installing the reset mechanism 304. The toggle mechanism 303 includes a handle 3031 provided on the side wall of the baffle 301 and an arc-shaped slot 3032 on the side cover 202. The handle 3031 passes through the arc-shaped slot 3032 and extends out, and the user drives the baffle 301 to rotate by toggling the handle 3031. The reset mechanism 304 uses a torsion spring 3041, one end of which is fixed in the first limiting groove 3042, and the other end is fixed in the second limiting groove 3043. The user only needs to gently toggle the handle 3031 outward, and the baffle 301 will rotate along the set path, so that the opening 302 is aligned with the collection port 2011, and the open state is achieved. The reset mechanism 304 utilizes the elastic force of the torsion spring 3041. When the external force is removed, the baffle 301 automatically returns to the initial position, and the opening 302 is isolated from the collection port 2011 again, ensuring the sealing effect. Figures 2-4 shown.

[0036] Here’s how to do it:

[0037] Installation: It is necessary to design a sealing cover 2 with threads, and then install the torsion spring 3041, the circular baffle 301, and the lower cover 203 into the side cover 202 in sequence, and then insert the handle 3031 into the side wall of the circular baffle 301, and fix the test tube 1 and the sealing cover 2 through threaded connection.

[0038] Collection: Toggle the handle 3031 to rotate the baffle 301, align the opening 302 with the collection port 2011 and the through hole 2031, and form a channel. Align the drainage tube of the urine specimen collection cup 4 with the collection port 2011 and insert it. The drainage tube passes through the collection port 2011, the opening 302 and the through hole 2031 in sequence and enters the test tube 1. After the collection is completed, pull out the collection cup 4, and the baffle 301 automatically resets under the action of the torsion spring 3041, closing the collection port 2011 to prevent urine from leaking out.

[0039] Storage and transportation: The tight connection between the sealing cover 2 and the test tube 1 ensures the sealing of the urine specimen, which is convenient for subsequent storage and transportation.

[0040] The above operation method simplifies the operation process of traditional urine collection devices, does not require professional training, and reduces the workload of medical staff. The disposable design avoids the risk of cross infection and improves medical safety standards. It is suitable for urine sample collection in medical institutions at all levels and improves detection efficiency and accuracy.

[0041] For the test tube 1, sealing cap 2, baffle 301 and handle 3031 which are the main components of this device, plastic materials are selected. Medical-grade polypropylene (PP) or polyethylene (PE) materials are chosen. These materials have good biocompatibility, chemical corrosion resistance, are not easily broken, and have low costs, making them suitable for single-use. During the manufacturing process, injection molding technology can be used for rapid and large-scale production to effectively control costs.

[0042] In summary, through the ingenious structural design, the urine specimen collection and storage device of the present utility model realizes the convenient collection and automatic sealing of urine specimens. It has the advantages of simple structure, low cost, easy to use, and disposable, is applicable to various medical scenarios, and has broad application prospects.

[0043] Based on the description and drawings of the present utility model, those skilled in the art can easily manufacture or use a urine specimen collection and storage device of the present utility model and can achieve the positive effects recorded in the present utility model.

[0044] Unless otherwise clearly specified and defined, in the present utility model, if there are terms such as "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., the orientation or positional relationship indicated is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. It is only for the convenience of describing the present utility model and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, the terms describing the orientation or positional relationship in the present utility model are only used for exemplary illustration and cannot be understood as a limitation of this patent. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms can be understood by combining the drawings and according to specific circumstances.

[0045] Unless otherwise clearly specified and defined, in the present utility model, if there are terms such as "set", "connected" and "connection", they 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 directly connected, or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium, and can be the communication inside two elements. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present utility model can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0046] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and does not impose any form of limitation on the present utility model. Any simple modification or equivalent change made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model falls within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0047] The above are only the preferred embodiments of the present utility model, but the present utility model is not limited to the above specific embodiments. Without departing from the principle of the present utility model, those of ordinary skill in the art can also make several modifications, supplements or use similar methods for substitution, which should also be regarded as the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A urine specimen collection and storage device, comprising a test tube (1) and a sealing cover (2), wherein the sealing cover (2) comprises an upper cover (201) and a side cover (202) connected to the test tube (1), characterized in that: The upper cover (201) is provided with a collection port (2011), and the sealing cover (2) is provided with an opening and closing component (3); the opening and closing component (3) is configured such that: when the opening and closing component (3) is opened, the collection port (2011) is communicated with the interior of the test tube (1), and when the opening and closing component (3) is closed, the collection port (2011) is isolated from the interior of the test tube (1).

2. The urine specimen collection and storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The opening and closing assembly (3) comprises a baffle (301) located below the upper cover (201), an opening (302) arranged on the baffle (301), a toggle mechanism (303) connected to the baffle (301), and a reset mechanism (304) connected to the baffle (301); the toggle mechanism (303) is used to drive the baffle (301) to rotate relative to the upper cover (201), so that the opening (302) and the collection port (2011) are aligned and connected; the reset mechanism (304) is used to enable the baffle (301) to automatically reset when no external force is applied, so that the opening (302) is isolated from the collection port (2011).

3. The urine specimen collection and storage device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The toggle mechanism (303) comprises a handle (3031) arranged on the side wall of the baffle (301) and an arc-shaped slot hole (3032) arranged on the side cover (202); the handle (3031) passes through the arc-shaped slot hole (3032) and extends outward; the extension direction of the arc-shaped slot hole (3032) is consistent with the rotation direction of the handle (3031).

4. The urine specimen collection and storage device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The reset mechanism (304) comprises a torsion spring (3041); a first limiting groove (3042) is arranged at the bottom of the upper cover (201); a second limiting groove (3043) connected to the first limiting groove (3042) is arranged at the top of the baffle (301); one end of the torsion spring (3041) is accommodated in the first limiting groove (3042) to form a limit, and the other end is accommodated in the second limiting groove (3043) to form a limit.

5. The urine specimen collection and storage device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The sealing cover (2) further comprises a lower cover (203) arranged inside the side cover (202); the lower cover (203) is located below the baffle (301); a gap is provided between the bottom surface of the lower cover (203) and the bottom surface of the side cover (202); a through hole (2031) is provided on the lower cover (203); and the through hole (2031) coincides with a projection of the collection port (2011) on a horizontal plane.

6. The urine specimen collection and storage device according to claim 5, characterized in that: When the collection port (2011), the opening (302) and the through hole (2031) are aligned, the drainage tube (41) on the urine specimen collection cup (4) can be sequentially extended into the collection port (2011), the opening (302) and the through hole (2031).

7. The urine specimen collection and storage device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The lower cover (203) is connected to the inner wall of the side cover (202) via threads.

8. The urine specimen collection and storage device according to claim 5, characterized in that: An internal thread is provided on the side wall of the side cover (202) between the bottom surface of the lower cover (203) and the bottom surface of the side cover (202), and an external thread is provided at the opening of the test tube (1).

9. The urine specimen collection and storage device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The lower cover (203) and the baffle (301) are both disc-shaped in appearance.

10. The urine specimen collection and storage device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The sealing cover (2), the test tube (1), the baffle (301) and the handle (3031) are all made of plastic.

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