Saliva cup

Abstract

The utility model provides a saliva cup, and relates to the technical field of medical instruments, the saliva cup provided by the utility model comprises a cup body, a first sealing element, a tube body and a second sealing element, the cup body is internally provided with a first cavity, and the cup body is provided with a first opening communicated with the first cavity; the cup body is at least provided with a partial transparent area, and the transparent area is used for observing the interior of the first cavity; the first sealing piece can seal the first opening in an openable manner; a second cavity is formed in the tube body, and a second opening communicated with the second cavity is formed in the tube body; the second sealing piece can seal the second opening in an openable manner; the tube body is movably connected with the cup body so that the first opening can be in butt joint with the second opening.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical device technology, and in particular to a saliva cup. Background Technology

[0002] Saliva contains various components of blood plasma, such as mucin, globulins, multiple enzymes, nearly 10 vitamins, various minerals, DNA, RNA, and various microorganisms. Furthermore, sloughed epithelial cells often mix with saliva during secretion. Analyzing saliva components helps in diagnosing certain diseases, assessing physiological functions, and monitoring drug levels. Furthermore, analyzing the genetic material in saliva can aid in determining an individual's genetic characteristics. Therefore, saliva is frequently used to detect substances and assist in diagnosing human health.

[0003] Existing saliva testing devices generally consist of a sampling section and a detection section. The sampling section collects saliva, and the detection section reacts with the collected saliva. When using existing upright saliva cups, the user begins sample processing immediately after sampling, and the sample reacts directly with the test strip, without allowing the user sufficient preparation time, thus failing to achieve the effect of timed testing. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a saliva cup to alleviate the technical problem that existing saliva testing methods cannot achieve timed detection.

[0005] This utility model provides a saliva cup, comprising:

[0006] The cup body has a first cavity inside and a first opening communicating with the first cavity on the cup body; the cup body has at least a partially transparent area for observing the interior of the first cavity.

[0007] A first seal that can be opened to close a first opening;

[0008] The tube body has a second cavity inside and a second opening communicating with the second cavity is provided on the tube body;

[0009] A second seal that can be opened to close the second opening;

[0010] The tube body is movably connected to the cup body so that the first opening and the second opening are aligned.

[0011] Furthermore, the tube body and the cup body are rotatably connected.

[0012] Furthermore, a rotating shaft is provided on the cup body, and a shaft hole is provided on the tube body, with the shaft hole connected to the rotating shaft.

[0013] Furthermore, the tube body is provided with an arc-shaped hook, the inner edge of which forms a shaft hole. The arc-shaped hook is hooked onto the rotating shaft, and the arc-shaped hook is detachable from the rotating shaft.

[0014] Furthermore, the cup body has a first outer wall and a second outer wall spaced apart, and the tube body is rotatably connected between the first outer wall and the second outer wall.

[0015] Furthermore, at least one of the first outer wall and the second outer wall is provided with a squeezing part protruding toward the other. The squeezing part is used to squeeze the outer wall of the squeezing tube when the saliva cup is not in use, so that it remains stationary relative to the cup body.

[0016] Furthermore, a protrusion is provided on the outer wall of the rotating shaft, and a recess is provided on the inner wall of the shaft hole. When the saliva cup is not in use, the protrusion is located in the recess, so that the tube body is stationary relative to the cup body.

[0017] Furthermore, a strip holder is provided inside the first cavity to fix the test strip.

[0018] Furthermore, the strip holder is detachably connected to mounting pins for securing the test strip thereon.

[0019] Furthermore, the first sealing element is a first plug, which is threadedly connected to or interference-fitted with the first opening; or, the first sealing element is a first sealing film that fits against the edge of the first opening.

[0020] And / or, the second seal is a second plug, which is threaded or interference-fitted to the second opening; or, the second seal is a second sealing film that fits against the edge of the first opening.

[0021] This utility model has at least the following advantages or beneficial effects:

[0022] The saliva cup provided by this utility model includes: a cup body, a first sealing element, a tube body, and a second sealing element. The cup body has a first cavity inside and a first opening communicating with the first cavity. The cup body has at least a partially transparent area for observing the interior of the first cavity. The first sealing element can be opened to close the first opening. The tube body has a second cavity inside and a second opening communicating with the second cavity. The second sealing element can be opened to close the second opening. The tube body is movably connected to the cup body so that the first opening and the second opening are aligned.

[0023] Before testing with the saliva cup, the first chamber contains the test strip, and the first opening is sealed by the first seal. The second chamber contains the test solution, and the second opening is sealed by the second seal. In use, the user takes the saliva cup, opens the second seal, and inserts a cotton swab or sponge tip soaked in saliva sample into the second chamber to allow the sample to react fully. Then, the first seal is opened, and the cup is moved to align the first and second openings. After alignment, the saliva cup is rotated and inverted 180° at a set time. The reacted sample solution flows through the second and first openings into the first chamber, contacts the test strip, and reacts. The result is then read by observing the color band of the test strip through the transparent area, achieving a timed testing effect. The device has good sealing properties and is not prone to leakage. Attached Figure Description

[0024] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0025] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a saliva cup provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 A top view of the saliva cup provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A sectional view along the A-A direction;

[0028] Figure 4 for Figure 2 A cross-sectional view along the B-B direction;

[0029] Figure 5 for Figure 2 A cross-sectional view along the C-C direction;

[0030] Figure 6 A longitudinal sectional view of the saliva cup provided in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0031] Icons: 1 - Cup body; 110 - First cavity; 120 - First seal;

[0032] 2 – Pipe body; 210 – Second cavity; 220 – Second seal;

[0033] 3 – Rotating shaft; 4 – Arc-shaped hook; 5 – First outer wall; 6 – Second outer wall; 7 – Extrusion section; 8 – Protrusion; 9 – Strip holder;

[0034] 10 – Welding groove; 11 – Welding rib; 12 – Test paper; 31 – Circumferential outer wall; 32 – Base plate. Detailed Implementation

[0035] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0036] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0037] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0038] 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., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this utility model is in use. They 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0039] Furthermore, terms such as "horizontal" and "vertical" do not imply that components must be absolutely horizontal or suspended, but rather that they can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal than "vertical," not that the structure must be completely horizontal, but can be slightly tilted.

[0040] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" 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.

[0041] The saliva cup provided by this invention can be used for the detection of saliva samples.

[0042] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, its specific structure includes: a cup body 1, a first sealing element 120, a tube body 2, and a second sealing element 220.

[0043] like Figure 4 As shown, the cup body 1 has a first cavity 110 inside, and a first opening communicating with the first cavity 110 is provided on the cup body 1. The test strip 12 can be placed inside the first cavity 110.

[0044] The cup body 1 has at least a partially transparent area, which is used to observe the internal condition of the first cavity 110, that is, to observe the changes in the test strip 12. In this embodiment, the entire outer wall of the cup body 1 is made transparent. In other feasible solutions, only the area aligned with the test strip 12 can be made transparent.

[0045] The first seal 120 can be opened to close the first opening, preventing contamination of the test strip 12. In one feasible embodiment, the first seal 120 is a first sealing film, such as aluminum foil, that fits against the edge of the first opening. The first sealing film is sealed by heat sealing to prevent the test solution from evaporating during storage. In this embodiment, the first seal 120 is a first plug. The first plug can be threaded or interference-fitted to the first opening. Before testing, the first opening can be exposed by rotating or directly pulling out the first plug.

[0046] The tube body 2 has a second cavity 210 inside, and a second opening communicating with the second cavity 210 is provided on the tube body 2. The second cavity 210 can hold a test solution.

[0047] The second seal 220 can be opened to close the second opening to prevent leakage of the test solution. In one feasible embodiment, the second seal 220 is a second plug, which can be threaded or interference-fitted to the second opening. Before testing, the second plug can be rotated off or pulled out directly to expose the second opening. In this embodiment, the second seal 220 is a second sealing film, such as an aluminum foil film, that fits against the edge of the second opening. The second sealing film is sealed by heat sealing to prevent the test solution from evaporating during storage.

[0048] like Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the tube body 2 is movably connected to the cup body 1 so that the first opening and the second opening are aligned. In this embodiment, the tube body 2 and the cup body 1 are rotatably connected. In other feasible solutions, the tube body 2 and the cup body 1 can also be connected by a linear sliding connection, that is, the first opening and the second opening are always facing each other. Before detection, they are spaced apart. After the sample is placed into the tube body 2, the cup body 1 is then moved linearly to connect the first opening and the second opening.

[0049] In this embodiment, a rotating shaft 3 is provided on the cup body 1, and a shaft hole is provided on the tube body 2. The shaft hole is connected to the rotating shaft 3. In the initial state, the tube body 2 and the cup body 1 are arranged side by side, that is, their depth directions are parallel, and the first opening and the second opening face parallel directions. When it is necessary to align the first opening and the second opening, the cup body 1 needs to be rotated 180°. In other feasible solutions, a shaft hole can also be provided on the cup body 1, and a rotating shaft 3 can be provided on the tube body 2.

[0050] The tube body 2 is equipped with an arc-shaped hook 4, the inner edge of which forms a shaft hole. The arc-shaped hook 4 hooks onto the rotating shaft 3, and the hook 4 and the rotating shaft 3 are detachable. The central angle of the arc-shaped hook 4 is greater than or equal to 180°. The arc-shaped hook 4 is partially clamped onto the rotating shaft 3, which facilitates disassembly. In particular, after the cup body 1 and the tube body 2 are connected, the reacted solution flows into the cup body 1, and the tube body 2 can be removed. In this way, the overall volume of the saliva cup is reduced, making it easier to transport.

[0051] like Figure 3 and Figure 6 As shown, the longitudinal cross-section of the cup body 1 is roughly U-shaped. The cup body 1 has a first outer wall 5 and a second outer wall 6 spaced apart, with a receiving gap between them. The width of the receiving gap is greater than the outer diameter of the tube body 2. The tube body 2 is rotatably connected between the receiving gap. When the tube body 2 is not in use, the tube body 2 is hidden inside the U-shaped recess of the cup body 1, which protects the tube body 2.

[0052] To prevent the unused saliva cup tube 2 from accidentally swinging out, at least one of the first outer wall 5 and the second outer wall 6 is provided with a squeezing part 7 protruding towards the other. The squeezing part 7 is used to squeeze the outer wall of the tube 2 when the saliva cup is in an unused state, so that it remains stationary relative to the cup body 1. In this embodiment, both the first outer wall 5 and the second outer wall 6 are provided with squeezing parts 7, and the two squeezing parts 7 squeeze the tube 2 from both sides.

[0053] like Figure 5 As shown, similarly, to prevent the tube 2 of the unused saliva cup from accidentally swinging out, a protrusion 8 is provided on the outer wall of the rotating shaft 3, and a recess is provided on the inner wall of the shaft hole. When the saliva cup is in an unused state, the protrusion 8 is located in the recess, so that the tube 2 remains stationary relative to the cup body 1. The height of the protrusion 8 and the depth of the recess are both small. The engagement between the protrusion 8 and the recess only plays a certain limiting role. Under the action of a relatively large external force, that is, when the user interacts and pries the tube 2, the protrusion 8 can disengage from the recess, completing the relative rotation between the tube 2 and the cup body 1.

[0054] The cup body 1 has at least a partially transparent area, which is used to observe the internal condition of the first cavity 110, that is, to observe the changes in the test strip 12. In this embodiment, the entire outer wall of the cup body 1 is made transparent. In other feasible solutions, only the area aligned with the test strip 12 can be made transparent.

[0055] like Figure 4 As shown, a test strip 12 is disposed inside the first cavity 110, and the test strip 12 can be directly connected to the inner wall of the cup body 1. In this embodiment, the test strip 12 is fixed to the strip holder 9 by mounting pins, and the strip holder 9 can be welded to the cup body 1. The cup body 1 is made of metal and includes a circumferential outer wall 31, a top plate, and a bottom plate 32. The circumferential outer wall 31 can be welded to the top plate and the bottom plate 32 respectively. The top plate and the bottom plate 32 both have welding grooves 10, and welding ribs 11 connected to the welding grooves 10 are provided at the top and bottom of the circumferential outer wall 31.

[0056] Before saliva cup testing, the first chamber 110 contains the test strip 12, and the first opening is sealed by the first seal 120. The second chamber 210 contains the test solution, and the second opening is sealed by the second seal 220. In use, the user takes the saliva cup, opens the second seal 220, and inserts a cotton swab or sponge tip soaked in saliva sample into the second chamber 210 to allow the sample to react fully. Then, the first seal 120 is opened, and the cup body 1 is moved to align the first and second openings. After alignment, the saliva cup is rotated and inverted 180° at a set time. The reacted sample solution flows through the second and first openings into the first chamber 110, contacts the test strip 12, and reacts. The result is then read by observing the color band of the test strip 12 through the transparent area, achieving the effect of timed testing. The device has good sealing properties and is not prone to leakage.

[0057] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A saliva cup, characterized in that, include: The cup body (1) has a first cavity (110) inside, and the cup body (1) has a first opening communicating with the first cavity (110); the cup body (1) has at least a partially transparent area, which is used to observe the interior of the first cavity (110); A first seal (120) is operably used to close the first opening; The tube (2) has a second cavity (210) inside and a second opening communicating with the second cavity (210) is provided on the tube (2); The second seal (220) is operable to close the second opening; The tube (2) is movably connected to the cup (1) so that the first opening and the second opening are aligned.

2. The saliva cup according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tube (2) is rotatably connected to the cup (1).

3. The saliva cup according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cup body (1) is provided with a rotating shaft (3), and the tube body (2) is provided with a shaft hole, which is connected to the rotating shaft (3).

4. The saliva cup according to claim 3, characterized in that, The tube body (2) is provided with an arc-shaped hook (4), the inner edge of the arc-shaped hook (4) forms the shaft hole, the arc-shaped hook (4) is hooked on the rotating shaft (3), and the arc-shaped hook (4) is detachable from the rotating shaft (3).

5. The saliva cup according to claim 3, characterized in that, The cup body (1) has a first outer wall (5) and a second outer wall (6) spaced apart, and the tube body (2) is rotatably connected between the first outer wall (5) and the second outer wall (6).

6. The saliva cup according to claim 5, characterized in that, At least one of the first outer wall (5) and the second outer wall (6) is provided with a squeezing part (7) protruding toward the other. The squeezing part (7) is used to squeeze the outer wall of the tube body (2) when the saliva cup is in an unused state, so that it remains stationary relative to the cup body (1).

7. The saliva cup according to claim 3, characterized in that, The outer wall of the rotating shaft (3) is provided with a protrusion (8), and the inner wall of the shaft hole is provided with a recess. When the saliva cup is not in use, the protrusion (8) is located in the recess so that the tube (2) remains stationary relative to the cup (1).

8. The saliva cup according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, The first cavity (110) is provided with a strip holder (9), which is used to fix the test strip (12).

9. The saliva cup according to claim 8, characterized in that, The strip holder (9) is detachably connected to a mounting pin for fixing the test strip (12) thereon.

10. The saliva cup according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, The first sealing element (120) is a first plug, which is threaded or interference-fitted with the first opening; or, the first sealing element (120) is a first sealing film that fits against the edge of the first opening. And / or, the second seal (220) is a second plug, which is threaded or interference-fitted to the second opening; or, the second seal (220) is a second sealing film that fits against the edge of the first opening.

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