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 cup cover and an internal sealing piece, the cup body is provided with a main opening, a first cavity and a second cavity are arranged in the cup body, the first cavity is provided with a first opening, and the second cavity is provided with a second opening; the cup body is at least provided with a partial transparent area, and the transparent area is used for observing the interior of the second cavity; the cup cover is rotationally connected with the cup body through a rotating shaft to open and close the total opening, and the rotating plane of the cup cover is parallel to the plane where the total opening is located; the internal sealing piece can seal the first opening in an openable mode, and the first opening can be communicated with the second opening after being opened.

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 main opening, and the inside of the cup body is provided with a first cavity and a second cavity. The first cavity has a first opening, and the second cavity has a second opening. The cup body has at least a partially transparent area for observing the interior of the second cavity.

[0007] The cup lid is rotatably connected to the cup body via a pivot to open and close the main opening, and the plane of rotation of the cup lid is parallel to the plane of the main opening.

[0008] An internal seal is provided that can be opened to close the first opening, which, when opened, can communicate with the second opening.

[0009] Furthermore, the main opening is located on the top surface of the cup body; the rotating shaft is vertically connected to the top surface of the cup body;

[0010] The cup lid is provided with a shaft hole for rotatable connection with the rotating shaft.

[0011] Furthermore, a horizontal limiting part protruding from its top surface is connected to the cup body. The horizontal limiting part is used to prevent the cup lid from continuing to rotate when it rotates to completely cover the main opening.

[0012] Furthermore, a vertically extending support portion is provided on the top surface of the cup body, and a vertical limiting portion is provided at the top of the support portion. The vertical limiting portion is located above the cup lid in the closed state to prevent the cup lid from moving away from the main opening along the plane perpendicular to the main opening.

[0013] Furthermore, the cup lid is provided with a clearance part, which is used to avoid the support part, so that the cup lid can perform circular motion with the axis of rotation as the center and the long side of the cup lid as the radius.

[0014] Furthermore, the outer circumferential wall where the avoidance section is located is an arc surface.

[0015] Furthermore, a strip holder is provided inside the second cavity to fix the test strip.

[0016] Furthermore, the strip holder is detachably connected to mounting pins for securing the test strip thereon;

[0017] And / or, a slot is provided in the second cavity for engaging with the strip card so that the strip card can be installed into the second cavity.

[0018] Furthermore, a sealing ring is provided on the top surface of the cup body, surrounding the main opening. The sealing ring is used to fill the gap between the cup body and the cup lid when the cup lid closes the main opening.

[0019] Furthermore, the internal seal is a plug, which is threaded or interference-fitted to the first opening; or, the internal seal is a sealing film that fits against the edge of the first opening.

[0020] And / or, a tube is provided inside the cup, the lower end of the tube is connected to the bottom surface of the cup, the opening at the upper end of the tube is lower than the total opening and forms a first opening, the internal space of the tube forms a first cavity; the space between the outer wall of the tube and the inner wall of the cup forms a second cavity.

[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 cup lid, and an internal seal. The cup body has a main opening, and a first cavity and a second cavity are provided inside the cup body. The first cavity has a first opening, and the second cavity has a second opening. The cup body has at least a partially transparent area for observing the interior of the second cavity. The cup lid is rotatably connected to the cup body via a pivot to open and close the main opening, and the plane of rotation of the cup lid is parallel to the plane of the main opening. The internal seal can openably close the first opening, and the first opening can communicate with the second opening after being opened.

[0023] Before testing with the saliva cup, the first chamber contains the test solution, and the first opening is sealed by an internal seal. The second chamber contains the test strip, and the main opening is sealed by the cup lid. In use, the user takes the saliva cup, rotates the lid to open the main opening, exposing the internal seal and the second opening. Then, the internal seal is opened to open the first opening. A cotton swab or sponge tip soaked in saliva sample is placed into the first chamber to allow the sample to fully react. The lid is then pushed back on, and the cup is periodically inverted and placed on a horizontal platform. The reacted sample solution flows through the first and second openings into the second chamber, contacts the test strip, and reacts. The result is then read by observing the color band on the test strip through the transparent area. This achieves timed testing, and the device has good sealing properties, making it less 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 A schematic diagram of the internal structure of the saliva cup provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the internal structure of another saliva cup provided in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0030] Icons: 1 - Cup body; 2 - Cup lid; 3 - Sealing film; 4 - Sealing ring; 5 - Tube body; 6 - Test strip; 7 - Packing strip card; 8 - Card slot; 9 - Rotating shaft; 10 - Horizontal limiting part; 11 - Support part; 12 - Vertical limiting part; 13 - Curved surface. Detailed Implementation

[0031] 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.

[0032] 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.

[0033] 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.

[0034] 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.

[0035] 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," and does not mean that the structure must be completely horizontal, but can be slightly tilted.

[0036] 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.

[0037] like Figure 1 - Figure 4 As shown, the saliva cup provided by this utility model can be used for the detection of saliva samples.

[0038] Its specific structure includes: cup body 1, cup lid 2, and internal sealing element.

[0039] Among them, such as Figure 4 As shown, the top of the cup body 1 has a main opening, and a rotating shaft 9 is arranged perpendicularly to the top surface next to the main opening. Correspondingly, the cup lid 2 has a shaft hole that is rotatably connected to the rotating shaft 9, and the shaft hole is perpendicular to the bottom surface of the cup lid 2. The bottom surface of the cup lid 2 is parallel to the top surface of the cup body 1. To prevent the rotating shaft 9 and the shaft hole from moving axially, an annular protrusion can be provided on the outer wall of the rotating shaft 9, and an annular groove can be provided on the inner wall of the shaft hole. The annular protrusion is located in the annular groove, and the two are engaged and limited.

[0040] like Figure 5 As shown, a horizontal limiting part 10 protruding from its top surface is connected to the cup body 1. The horizontal limiting part 10 is used to prevent the cup lid 2 from continuing to rotate when it rotates to completely cover the main opening.

[0041] The horizontal limiting part 10 can be provided on the top surface of the cup body 1 or on the side wall of the cup body 1. When the cup lid 2 is rotated into place (when the cup lid 2 completely closes the main opening), the cup lid 2 abuts against the horizontal limiting part 10 to prevent the cup lid 2 from continuing to rotate.

[0042] It should be noted that a first magnet and a second magnet can be respectively provided on the cup lid 2 and the horizontal limiting part 10, so that they are magnetically connected when they come into contact, so as to prevent the cup lid 2 from being opened accidentally.

[0043] like Figure 3 As shown, the bottom surface of the cup lid 2 has a cavity that fits into the cavity inside the cup body 1.

[0044] A support portion 11 extending vertically is provided on the top surface of the cup body 1. A vertical limiting portion 12 is provided on the top of the support portion 11. The vertical limiting portion 12 is located above the cup lid 2 in the closed state to prevent the cup lid 2 from moving away from the main opening along the plane perpendicular to the main opening.

[0045] like Figure 1 As shown, the support part 11 and the vertical limiting part 12 are connected in an inverted "L" shape. Preferably, the support part 11 and the rotating shaft 9 can be respectively set at opposite corners of the cup body 1. One end of the cup lid 2 with the shaft hole is connected to the rotating shaft 9, and the connection is relatively stable, while the other end has a higher degree of vertical freedom. With the stop of the vertical limiting part 12, the end of the cup lid 2 away from the rotating shaft 9 can be prevented from moving vertically, and the sealing between the cup lid 2 and the cup body 1 is better.

[0046] To enable the free rotation of the cup lid 2, a clearance portion can be machined at one corner of the cup lid 2 by cutting or direct forming. This clearance portion is used to avoid the support portion 11 when the cup lid 2 rotates. Specifically, the top surface of the cup lid 2 is approximately a rectangle with a missing corner, allowing the cup lid 2 to perform circular motion around the pivot 9 as the center and its long side as the radius. Preferably, the outer circumferential wall of the clearance portion is an arc surface 13 to reduce sharp edges.

[0047] like Figure 4 As shown, an annular groove can be provided on the top surface of the cup body 1, and the annular groove is arranged around the main opening. A sealing ring 4 can be provided in the annular groove, which is arranged around the main opening. The annular groove and the sealing ring 4 can fit tightly together. The sealing ring 4 is used to fill the gap between the cup body 1 and the cup lid 2 when the cup lid 2 closes the main opening, so as to prevent the liquid in the cup body 1 from flowing out after the cup body 1 is inverted. The device has good sealing performance, is not easy to leak, and improves the safety of using the saliva cup.

[0048] The cup body 1 has a first cavity and a second cavity inside. The first cavity has a first opening, and the second cavity has a second opening. In this embodiment, a tube 5 is disposed inside the cup body 1, extending vertically, and the tube 5 and the cup body 1 can be integrally formed. The lower end of the tube 5 is connected to the bottom surface of the cup body 1, that is, the lower end opening of the tube 5 is closed. The upper end opening of the tube 5 is lower than the total opening, forming a first opening, so that the liquid inside the tube 5 can flow out smoothly when the cup body 1 is inverted. The internal space of the tube 5 forms the first cavity for holding the test solution. The space between the outer wall of the tube 5 and the inner wall of the cup body 1 forms the second cavity.

[0049] In one feasible solution, the internal seal can be a plug, which can be threaded or interference-fitted to the first opening. Before testing, the plug can be rotated off or pulled out directly to expose the first opening. In this embodiment, the internal seal is a sealing film 3 that fits against the edge of the first opening, such as an aluminum foil film. The sealing film 3 is sealed by heat sealing to prevent the test solution from evaporating during storage. Figure 3 As shown.

[0050] The second cavity contains a test strip 6, which can be directly attached to the inner wall of the cup body 1. In this embodiment, as shown... Figure 4 As shown, the test strip 6 is fixed to the strip card 7 by mounting pins. A slot 8 is provided in the second cavity of the cup body 1. The slot 8 is used to engage with the strip card 7 so that the strip card 7 can be inserted into the second cavity.

[0051] The cup body 1 has at least a partially transparent area, which is used to observe the internal condition of the second cavity, that is, to observe the changes of the test strip 6. 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 6 can be made transparent.

[0052] Before testing with the saliva cup, the first chamber contains the test solution, and the first opening is sealed by an internal seal. The second chamber contains the test strip 6, and the main opening is sealed by the cup lid 2. In use, the user takes the saliva cup, rotates the cup lid 2 to open the main opening, exposing the internal seal and the second opening. Then, the internal seal is opened to open the first opening. A cotton swab or sponge tip soaked in saliva sample is placed into the first chamber to allow the sample to react fully. The cup lid 2 is then pushed back on, and the cup body 1 is periodically inverted and placed on a horizontal platform. The reacted sample solution flows through the first and second openings into the second chamber, contacts the test strip 6, and reacts. The result is then read by observing the color band of the test strip 6 through the transparent area, achieving the effect of timed testing. The device has good sealing properties and is not prone to leakage.

[0053] In this embodiment, the test strip 6 and the test solution are separated by the sealing film 3 before use, achieving dry and wet separation. Simultaneously, the sealing ring 4 enhances the airtightness between the lid 2 and the cup body 1. The saliva cup is easy to operate; the lid 2 can be opened and closed with one hand. The second chamber holds more test strips 6 and the solution required for testing, allowing for simultaneous testing of multiple items. Operation is convenient; inverting the saliva cup enables timed testing.

[0054] 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 main opening, and the cup body (1) has a first cavity and a second cavity inside. The first cavity has a first opening, and the second cavity has a second opening. The cup body (1) has at least a partially transparent area, which is used to observe the interior of the second cavity. The cup lid (2) is rotatably connected to the cup body (1) via a pivot (9) to open and close the main opening, and the plane of rotation of the cup lid (2) is parallel to the plane of the main opening; An internal seal that can be opened to close the first opening, and which, when opened, can communicate with the second opening.

2. The saliva cup according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main opening is located on the top surface of the cup body (1); the rotating shaft (9) is vertically connected to the top surface of the cup body (1); The cup lid (2) is provided with a shaft hole that is rotatably connected to the rotating shaft (9).

3. The saliva cup according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cup body (1) is connected to a horizontal limiting part (10) protruding from its top surface. The horizontal limiting part (10) is used to prevent the cup lid (2) from rotating further when it rotates to completely cover the main opening.

4. The saliva cup according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cup body (1) has a vertically extending support (11) on its top surface. The top of the support (11) has a vertical limiting part (12) located above the cup lid (2) in the closed state to prevent the cup lid (2) from moving away from the main opening along a plane perpendicular to the main opening.

5. The saliva cup according to claim 4, characterized in that, The cup lid (2) is provided with a clearance part, which is used to avoid the support part (11) so that the cup lid (2) can perform a circular motion with the rotating shaft (9) as the center and the long side of the cup lid (2) as the radius.

6. The saliva cup according to claim 5, characterized in that, The outer circumferential wall where the avoidance part is located is an arc surface (13).

7. The saliva cup according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The second cavity is provided with a strip holder (7), which is used to fix the test strip (6).

8. The saliva cup according to claim 7, characterized in that, The strip holder (7) is detachably connected to a mounting pin for fixing the test strip (6) thereon; And / or, a slot (8) is provided in the second cavity, the slot (8) being used to engage with the strip card (7) so that the strip card (7) is installed into the second cavity.

9. The saliva cup according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, A sealing ring (4) is provided on the top surface of the cup body (1) and surrounding the main opening. The sealing ring (4) is used to fill the gap between the cup body (1) and the cup lid (2) when the cup lid (2) closes the main opening.

10. The saliva cup according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The internal seal is a plug, which is threaded or interference-fitted to the first opening; or, the internal seal is a sealing film (3) that fits against the edge of the first opening. And / or, a tube (5) is provided inside the cup body (1), the lower end of the tube (5) is connected to the bottom surface of the cup body (1), the opening at the upper end of the tube (5) is lower than the total opening and forms the first opening, the internal space of the tube (5) forms the first cavity; the space between the outer wall of the tube (5) and the inner wall of the cup body (1) forms the second cavity.

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