Nephrology department urine measuring cup
By incorporating a fluorescent scale bar, a sloping bottom, and an opaque base plate into the urine volume measuring cup, the problem of difficulty in reading urine volume in dim lighting conditions has been solved, enabling accurate measurement and safe use at night or in low light conditions.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- PEOPLES HOSPITAL AFFILIATED TO FUJIAN UNIV OF TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE (FUJIAN PROVINCIAL PEOPLES HOSPITAL)
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-10
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-29
AI Technical Summary
Existing urine volume measuring cups are difficult to read accurately in dim lighting conditions, which is especially inconvenient when used at night.
A urine volume recording cup for nephrology has been designed, which uses a fluorescent scale bar, a slanted bottom, and an opaque base plate to ensure that the urine level is clearly displayed in low light conditions, and provides urine temperature information through thermal test strips.
It enables accurate reading of urine volume at night or in low-light conditions, reducing the risk of splashing and spillage, and improving safety and accuracy.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of measuring cup technology, specifically to a urine measuring cup for nephrology. Background Technology
[0002] In nephrology clinical nursing and urine volume monitoring, accurately recording the patient's urine output is an important basis for assessing renal function, fluid balance, and treatment effectiveness. The cup used to record urine output is usually called a "urine volume measuring cup" or "urine collection cup," and it is mainly used to accurately measure the amount of urine a patient urinates in 24 hours or in a single urination to assess renal function, fluid balance, and other conditions.
[0003] Most existing urine volume measuring cups are ordinary transparent measuring cups. Ordinary measuring cups are difficult to read the urine volume accurately in low light conditions, which is especially inconvenient when used at night.
[0004] Therefore, there is a need to design a urine volume recording cup for nephrology departments that can conveniently read urine volume even in low-light environments. Utility Model Content
[0005] To overcome the shortcomings of existing measuring cups in accurately reading the amount of urine in dim lighting conditions, the technical problem to be solved is: to provide a nephrology urine measuring cup that can accurately read the amount of urine in the measuring cup even in dim lighting conditions.
[0006] The technical solution of this utility model is: a urine measuring cup for nephrology, including a measuring cup with an open top and a fluorescent scale bar set on the inner wall of the measuring cup to display the height of the liquid level inside, and a slope is provided on the bottom surface of the measuring cup.
[0007] In one embodiment, the measuring cup has grooves evenly spaced on its circumferential outer wall.
[0008] In one embodiment, a thermal test strip is provided on the inner wall of the bottom of the measuring cup.
[0009] In one embodiment, a cover plate adapted to fit the top opening of the measuring cup is detachably provided.
[0010] In one embodiment, T-shaped pieces are provided on the top of the cover plate and the outer wall of the measuring cup, and a U-shaped connector is hinged between the T-shaped pieces.
[0011] In one embodiment, the U-shaped connector is a deformable elastic element.
[0012] In one embodiment, a vertical pipe is connected to the center of the cover plate.
[0013] In one embodiment, a tapered sleeve is provided inside the vertical tube.
[0014] In one embodiment, the outer wall of the bottom surface of the measuring cup is provided with a base plate adapted to it, and the base plate is made of a non-transparent material.
[0015] In one embodiment, a friction pad is provided on the bottom surface of the base plate.
[0016] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: 1. The fluorescent scale bar set on the inner wall of the measuring cup can clearly display the height of the urine level in a low light environment, ensuring that the urine volume can be accurately read even at night, thus meeting the actual clinical needs.
[0017] 2. The bottom of the measuring cup is designed with a slope, which helps the liquid flow into the measuring cup along the slope, reducing the possibility of splashing or overflowing during the pouring process.
[0018] 3. The conical sleeve inside the vertical tube not only facilitates catheterization but also effectively prevents urine from spilling out of the cover plate during transport, thus improving safety. Attached Figure Description
[0019] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention.
[0020] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the measuring cup, fluorescent scale rod, and thermal test paper of this utility model.
[0021] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the T-shaped component, the U-shaped connector, the cover plate, the vertical tube, and the conical sleeve of this utility model.
[0022] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the base plate and friction pad of this utility model.
[0023] In the attached diagram, the following labels are used: 1-measuring cup, 2-groove, 3-fluorescent scale bar, 4-thermal test paper, 5-T-shaped piece, 6-U-shaped connector, 7-cover plate, 8-vertical tube, 9-conical sleeve, 10-base plate, 11-friction pad. Detailed Implementation
[0024] The embodiments of this utility model will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0025] Example: A urine volume recording cup for nephrology, such as... Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the device includes a measuring cup 1 with an open top and a fluorescent graduated rod 3 installed on the inner wall of the measuring cup 1 to indicate the liquid level. The fluorescent graduated rod 3 is made of a transparent, high-strength material, with fluorescent materials (such as rare-earth phosphors or long-lasting phosphorescent coatings) printed or embedded on its base layer surface to form graduation lines and numbers. Key graduations (such as every 50 mL) use different colors (such as red), while ordinary graduations (such as every 10 mL) use blue to enhance visibility. The surface of the fluorescent graduated rod 3 is covered with a transparent, wear-resistant film (such as a UV-cured coating) with a fluorescent coating to prevent urine corrosion. Or frictional wear; Suspended fluorescent particles or color-changing indicator strips are added inside the fluorescent scale rod 3. The fluorescent particles or color-changing indicator strips are made of water-sensitive color-changing material, so that they automatically brighten when in contact with the liquid surface, making it easier for users to clearly see the scale on the fluorescent scale rod 3 at night or in low light conditions, avoiding misreading; The diameter of the measuring cup 1 gradually increases from bottom to top, and the bottom surface of the measuring cup 1 is provided with a slope. The area of the slope is 1 / 4 of the bottom surface area of the measuring cup 1. The slope helps the liquid to flow into the measuring cup 1 along the slope, reducing the possibility of the liquid splashing or overflowing during the pouring process.
[0026] like Figure 2 As shown, grooves 2 are evenly spaced on the outer wall of the measuring cup 1. The grooves 2 are designed to increase the friction between the user's hand and the measuring cup 1, reducing the risk of slipping.
[0027] like Figure 2 As shown, a thermal test strip 4 is installed on the inner wall of the bottom of the measuring cup 1. The thermal test strip 4 installed on the inner wall of the bottom of the measuring cup 1 will change color according to the urine temperature, thereby providing relevant information about the urine temperature, which helps doctors determine whether the urine sample is fresh.
[0028] like Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, a cover 7 is detachably provided at the top opening of the measuring cup 1; when the cover 7 is closed, it prevents the spread of odors, and when it is open, it facilitates direct urination or cleaning; T-shaped parts 5 are provided on the top of the cover 7 and the outer wall of the measuring cup 1, and a U-shaped connector 6 is hinged between the T-shaped parts 5. The U-shaped connector 6 is a deformable elastic part. This setting facilitates flexible opening and closing of the cover 7 and ensures that the cover 7 will not be lost.
[0029] like Figure 3 As shown, a vertical tube 8 is connected to the center of the cover plate 7, and a conical sleeve 9 is provided inside the vertical tube 8. The vertical tube 8 and the conical sleeve 9 are designed to facilitate the introduction of urine into the measuring cup 1. At the same time, during transportation, the conical sleeve 9 can also prevent the urine in the measuring cup 1 from shaking out of the outside of the cover plate 7 through the vertical tube 8 due to shaking.
[0030] like Figure 1 and Figure 4As shown, the outer wall of the bottom surface of the measuring cup 1 is provided with a base plate 10 adapted to it. The base plate 10 is made of non-transparent material, which can effectively block external light interference and ensure accurate reading of the scale on the fluorescent scale bar 3. The bottom surface of the base plate 10 is provided with a friction pad 11. The setting of the friction pad 11 helps to increase the friction between the base plate 10 and the support surface, and further improves the stability.
[0031] Working principle: When in use, insert the catheter into the vertical tube 8 to pour the urine into the measuring cup 1. Alternatively, the cover 7 can be opened to directly discharge the urine into the measuring cup 1. The urine level can be displayed by the fluorescent scale bar 3 set on the inner wall of the measuring cup 1. Even in low light conditions, the scale corresponding to the lowest point of the liquid level can be clearly read to obtain the patient's urine output.
[0032] The above description is merely an embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. All equivalent substitutions made within the principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model. Contents not described in detail in this utility model are existing technologies known to those skilled in the art.
Claims
1. A urine measuring cup for nephrology, comprising a measuring cup (1) with an open top, characterized in that, It also includes a fluorescent scale bar (3) set on the inner wall of the measuring cup (1) to show the height of the liquid level inside, and the bottom surface of the measuring cup (1) is provided with a slope.
2. The urine volume measuring cup for nephrology according to claim 1, characterized in that, The measuring cup (1) has grooves (2) evenly spaced on its outer circumferential wall.
3. The urine volume measuring cup for nephrology according to claim 2, characterized in that, The inner wall of the bottom of the measuring cup (1) is provided with thermal test paper (4).
4. The urine volume measuring cup for nephrology according to claim 3, characterized in that, The measuring cup (1) has a detachable cover plate (7) at the top opening.
5. The urine volume measuring cup for nephrology according to claim 4, characterized in that, T-shaped pieces (5) are provided on the top of the cover plate (7) and the outer wall of the measuring cup (1), and a U-shaped connector (6) is hinged between the T-shaped pieces (5).
6. The urine volume measuring cup for nephrology according to claim 5, characterized in that, The square-shaped connector (6) is a deformable elastic component.
7. The urine volume measuring cup for nephrology according to claim 6, characterized in that, The center of the cover plate (7) is connected to a vertical pipe (8).
8. The urine volume measuring cup for nephrology according to claim 7, characterized in that, A conical sleeve (9) is installed inside the vertical tube (8).
9. The urine volume measuring cup for nephrology according to claim 8, characterized in that, The bottom outer wall of the measuring cup (1) is provided with a base plate (10) that is adapted to it. The base plate (10) is made of non-transparent material.
10. The urine volume measuring cup for nephrology according to claim 9, characterized in that, The bottom surface of the base plate (10) is provided with a friction pad (11).