Biological sample preservation assembly

Abstract

The utility model relates to a biological sample preservation assembly. The biological sample preservation assembly comprises a preservation pipe used for storing a biological sample, a transition pipe arranged on the outer side of the preservation pipe in a sleeving mode, a sleeve arranged on the outer side of the transition pipe in a sleeving mode and an information identification tag arranged on the sleeve. According to the biological sample storage assembly, the information identification tag is arranged on the reusable sleeve instead of a disposable storage tube, so that the information identification tag is separated from the storage tube; after the storage tube is used, only the storage tube needs to be discarded, and the sleeve with the information identification tag is reserved for repeated use, so that the waste of the information identification tag is reduced, and particularly, the long-term use cost is reduced for tags such as RFID chips and the like with relatively high prices; in addition, by unifying the specifications of the sleeves and adopting different transition pipes, the size difference between the storage pipes of different models and the sleeves can be made up, and therefore the coexistence requirement of multi-model frame bodies is reduced, the storage space of a laboratory is saved, and the space utilization efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a biological sample preservation component. Background Technology

[0002] In fields such as biomedical research, clinical diagnostics, and drug development, the preservation of biological samples is a crucial step. Preservation tubes, as the core component for storing biological samples, primarily function to ensure the stability of the samples' physical, chemical, and biological properties during storage. To improve the efficiency and accuracy of sample management, current technologies typically incorporate identification tags (such as RFID chips, QR codes, or barcodes) on preservation tubes. These tags enable rapid identification, tracking, and data management of the samples.

[0003] However, existing storage tubes are typically designed for single use and are destroyed after use. Identification tags are usually directly attached to the storage tube, meaning they are discarded along with the tube. This design presents a significant resource waste problem, especially since only the storage tube itself becomes contaminated from contact with the sample during use, while the identification tags remain uncontaminated. Destroying the identification tags along with the storage tube not only increases usage costs but also wastes resources, particularly for expensive types of identification tags such as RFID chips.

[0004] Furthermore, the existing storage tubes come in a variety of models and specifications, requiring the corresponding shelving to be designed with different specifications for each type of tube. This design not only increases the manufacturing cost and complexity of the shelving but also necessitates simultaneous replacement or adjustment of the shelving when replacing or upgrading the storage tubes, leading to increased operating costs and operational inconvenience. Moreover, the coexistence of multiple shelving models occupies more storage space, reducing the laboratory's space utilization efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a biological sample preservation component that can reduce long-term usage costs.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a biological sample preservation component, comprising:

[0007] Preservation tubes are used to store biological samples;

[0008] A transition tube is fitted over the outside of the storage tube;

[0009] A sleeve, fitted over the outside of the transition tube; and

[0010] An information identification tag is attached to the sleeve.

[0011] Furthermore, the bottom of the sleeve is provided with a first anti-rotation structure for cooperating with the frame.

[0012] Furthermore, the storage tube includes a tube body and a cap screwed onto the tube body, and a second anti-rotation structure is provided between the storage tube and the transition tube.

[0013] Furthermore, the second anti-rotation structure includes an outer anti-rotation portion formed on the pipe body and an inner anti-rotation portion formed inside the transition pipe. The outer anti-rotation portion is disposed at the bottom of the pipe body, and both the outer and inner anti-rotation portions include a plurality of anti-rotation plates spaced apart.

[0014] Furthermore, the external anti-rotation portion is located within the orthographic projection of the tube body.

[0015] Furthermore, the sleeve is formed with threaded grooves for threaded connection with the cap.

[0016] Furthermore, the transition tube and the sleeve adopt a transition fit.

[0017] Furthermore, the information identification tag includes an RFID chip.

[0018] Furthermore, the RFID chip is embedded in the bottom of the sleeve.

[0019] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: By placing the information identification tag on a reusable sleeve instead of a disposable storage tube, this application achieves the separation of the information identification tag and the storage tube; when the storage tube is used up, only the storage tube needs to be discarded, while the sleeve with the information identification tag is retained for reuse. In this way, the waste of information identification tags is reduced, especially for tags such as high-priced RFID chips, which reduces long-term usage costs; this application can also use different transition tubes to compensate for the size difference between different models of storage tubes and sleeves by standardizing the specifications of the sleeves. In this way, the need for multiple models of racks to coexist is reduced, which also helps to save laboratory storage space and improve space utilization efficiency.

[0020] The above description is only an overview of the technical solution of this utility model. In order to better understand the technical means of this utility model and to implement it in accordance with the contents of the specification, the preferred embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a biological sample preservation component according to an embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the storage tube;

[0023] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Cross-sectional view of the intermediate transition pipe;

[0024] Figure 4 for Figure 1 Cross-sectional view of the inner sleeve. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The technical solution of this utility model will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0026] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0027] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0028] Furthermore, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of this utility model described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0029] Please see Figures 1 to 4 A preferred embodiment of this application shows a biological sample preservation assembly including a preservation tube 10 for storing biological samples, a transition tube 20 sleeved outside the preservation tube 10, a sleeve 30 sleeved outside the transition tube 20, and an information identification tag 40 disposed on the sleeve 30. In this embodiment, the information identification tag 40 is an RFID chip embedded in the bottom of the sleeve 30. In other embodiments, the information identification tag 40 can also be other types, such as an NFC (Near Field Communication) tag, a biosensor tag, etc.

[0030] This application separates the information identification tag 40 from the storage tube 10 by placing the information identification tag 40 on the reusable sleeve 30 instead of the disposable storage tube 10. When the storage tube 10 is no longer in use, only the storage tube 10 needs to be discarded, while the sleeve 30 with the information identification tag 40 is retained for reuse. This reduces the waste of the information identification tag 40, especially for tags such as high-priced RFID chips, and lowers the long-term usage cost.

[0031] In this embodiment, the cryopreservation tube 10 adopts existing cryopreservation tube structures and models. Its diameter can include a slender 0.75mL model (diameter ≤ 8.6mm) or other conventional cryopreservation tubes with a diameter ≤ 8.6mm. This application can also compensate for the size difference between different models of cryopreservation tubes 10 and sleeves 30 by using different transition tubes 20 and standardizing the specifications of the sleeve 30. This reduces the need for multiple models of shelving and helps save laboratory storage space, improving space utilization efficiency.

[0032] It should be noted that the size and length of the transition tube 20 can be set according to actual needs. For example, in this embodiment, in order to accommodate the slender 0.75mL storage tube 10, the transition tube 20 includes a main tube 21 for accommodating the storage tube 10 and an extension tube 22 extending downward from the main tube 21. In other embodiments, the transition tube 20 may also have other structures.

[0033] The preservation tube 10 includes a tube body 11 and a cap 12 screwed onto the tube body 11. In this embodiment, the cap 12 is fitted onto the upper end of the tube body 11. In other embodiments, the cap 12 may also be screwed inside the tube body 11. A threaded groove 31 is formed on the sleeve 30 for threaded connection with a cap (not shown). Through this threaded groove 31, an additional cap can be fitted onto the biological sample preservation assembly to further protect the internal preservation tube 10.

[0034] To prevent the biological sample preservation assembly from rotating relative to the frame when placed on it, in this embodiment, the bottom of the sleeve 30 is provided with a first anti-rotation structure 32 for engaging with the frame. Furthermore, a second anti-rotation structure is provided between the preservation tube 10 and the transition tube 20. Specifically, the second anti-rotation structure includes an outer anti-rotation portion 13 formed on the tube body 11 and an inner anti-rotation portion 23 formed within the transition tube 20. The outer anti-rotation portion 13 is located at the bottom of the tube body 11, and both the outer anti-rotation portion 13 and the inner anti-rotation portion 23 include a plurality of anti-rotation plates (unlabeled) spaced apart. To avoid altering the original structure of the preservation tube 10, the outer anti-rotation portion 13 adopts the existing structure of the preservation tube 10. An outer anti-rotation groove 131 is formed between two adjacent anti-rotation plates in the outer anti-rotation part 13, and an inner anti-rotation groove 231 is formed between two adjacent anti-rotation plates in the inner anti-rotation part 23. When the storage tube 10 is inserted into the transition tube 20, the anti-rotation plates in the outer anti-rotation part 13 are inserted into the inner anti-rotation groove 231, and the anti-rotation plates in the inner anti-rotation part 23 are inserted into the outer anti-rotation groove 131. The outer anti-rotation part 13 is located within the orthographic projection of the tube body 11, so that after the storage tube 10 is placed in the transition tube 20, the storage tube 10 and the transition tube 20 fit together as closely as possible, preventing the storage tube 10 from shaking within the transition tube 20. The transition tube 20 and the sleeve 30 adopt a transition fit to further prevent the storage tube 10 from shaking.

[0035] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0036] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementations of this utility model, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A biological sample preservation component, characterized in that, include: Preservation tubes are used to store biological samples; A transition tube is fitted over the outside of the storage tube; A sleeve is fitted over the outside of the transition tube; and An information identification tag is attached to the sleeve.

2. The biological sample preservation component as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the sleeve is provided with a first anti-rotation structure for cooperating with the frame.

3. The biological sample preservation component as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The storage tube includes a tube body and a cap screwed onto the tube body, and a second anti-rotation structure is provided between the storage tube and the transition tube.

4. The biological sample preservation component as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The second anti-rotation structure includes an outer anti-rotation part formed on the pipe body and an inner anti-rotation part formed in the transition pipe. The outer anti-rotation part is disposed at the bottom of the pipe body, and both the outer anti-rotation part and the inner anti-rotation part include a plurality of anti-rotation plates arranged at intervals.

5. The biological sample preservation component as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The external anti-rotation part is located within the orthographic projection of the tube body.

6. The biological sample preservation component as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The sleeve has threaded grooves for threaded connection with the cap.

7. The biological sample preservation assembly as described in any one of claims 3 to 6, characterized in that, The transition tube and the sleeve adopt a transition fit.

8. The biological sample preservation component as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The information identification tag includes an RFID chip.

9. The biological sample preservation assembly as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The RFID chip is embedded in the bottom of the sleeve.

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