A material separation device to prevent cross-contamination
By setting up multiple independent operating areas and containers within the fume hood, combined with the design of partitions and connectors, the problems of instrument mixing and specimen cross-contamination in pathological sampling are solved, achieving an efficient and safe pathological sampling process.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- WESTCHINA-FRONTIER PHARMATECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-04
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-30
AI Technical Summary
During pathological sampling, when two people operate in a fume hood at the same time, the lack of physical separation measures can easily lead to problems such as mixed use of instruments, cross-contamination or confusion of specimens.
Design a material separation device to prevent cross-contamination, including an operating table inside a fume hood, with multiple independent operating areas and containers on the table for storing specimens, waste liquids, specimen bags, tools, and embedding box lids, respectively. Physical isolation is achieved through partitions and connectors to avoid cross-contamination.
Effectively avoids cross-contamination and confusion of specimens, improves the accuracy and safety of pathological sampling, standardizes the use and storage of tools, improves work efficiency, and makes full use of fume hood space.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pathological tissue sampling technology, and in particular to a tissue sampling separation device to prevent cross-contamination. Background Technology
[0002] During pathological sampling, when two people operate in a fume hood at the same time, the lack of physical separation measures can easily lead to problems such as mixed use of instruments, cross-contamination or confusion of specimens. Utility Model Content
[0003] In response to the above situation, this utility model provides a cross-contamination prevention and sample separation device, which aims to solve the technical problem that when two people operate in a fume hood at the same time in the existing pathological sample collection process, the lack of physical separation measures can easily lead to the mixing of instruments, cross-contamination or confusion of specimens.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:
[0005] This utility model provides a material sampling separation device to prevent cross-contamination, including an operating table installed inside a fume hood. The operating table includes a tabletop; the tabletop has at least two independent operating areas, and the operating areas are arranged with:
[0006] Specimen removal container, used to hold specimens to be collected;
[0007] Waste liquid collection container, used to collect waste liquid left in the specimen removal container;
[0008] Specimen bag holder, used to store specimen fixation bags;
[0009] Tool container for storing gathering tools;
[0010] Embedding cap container, used to store embedding box caps.
[0011] In some embodiments of this utility model, the specimen removal container, waste liquid collection container, specimen bag fixing container, and embedding cap container are arranged sequentially along the length of the platform.
[0012] In some embodiments of this invention, the tool container and the embedding cap container are arranged along the width of the platform.
[0013] In some embodiments of this invention, the specimen retrieval containers located in the two operating areas are far apart from each other.
[0014] In some embodiments of this utility model, the operating table is provided with multiple storage holes, each of which is used to accommodate a specimen retrieval container, a waste liquid collection container, a specimen bag fixing container, a tool container, and an embedding cap container.
[0015] In some embodiments of this utility model, a partition is provided between the two operating areas.
[0016] In some embodiments of this invention, the partition is detachable.
[0017] In some embodiments of this utility model, the operating table is connected to a connector, and a slot extending vertically is provided on one side of the connector. One side of the partition is engaged with the connector through the slot.
[0018] In some embodiments of this utility model, a limiting clip is also included, which is used to engage with a lower corner of the partition; the limiting clip and the connecting member are located on opposite sides of the partition, and the limiting clip and the connecting member cooperate to restrict the movement of the partition.
[0019] In some embodiments of this utility model, the operating table is equipped with measuring tools.
[0020] The embodiments of this utility model have at least the following advantages or beneficial effects:
[0021] 1. Various containers are set up on the operating table. By placing each container in a different position, cross-contamination and confusion of specimens can be effectively avoided, standardized sampling can be achieved, and the accuracy and safety of pathological sampling can be significantly improved.
[0022] 2. It can organize and manage the use and storage of materials and tools in a standardized manner, effectively utilize the space of the fume hood, and improve work efficiency.
[0023] Other features and advantages of this invention will be set forth in the description which follows, and will be apparent in part from the description, or may be learned by practicing the invention. Attached Figure Description
[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the control panel.
[0026] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the partition and the operating table;
[0027] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the partition, connectors, and limiting clips;
[0028] Figure 4A schematic diagram showing an angled structure at one corner of the lower part of the partition.
[0029] Icons: 1-Operating table, 11-Tabletop, 12-Foot, 13-Operating area, 14-Right angle ruler, 2-Specimen removal container, 3-Waste liquid collection container, 4-Specimen bag fixing container, 5-Tool container, 6-Embedding cap container, 7-Divider, 71-Angle, 8-Connector, 81-Slot, 9-Limiting clip. Detailed Implementation
[0030] In the following description, only certain exemplary embodiments are briefly described. As those skilled in the art will recognize, the described embodiments can be modified in various ways without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention.
[0031] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "thickness", "front", "rear", "left", "right", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of 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 the embodiments of this utility model.
[0032] In this embodiment of the invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this embodiment of the invention according to the specific circumstances.
[0033] The embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below.
[0034] Example 1
[0035] See Figures 1-4 This embodiment provides a cross-contamination prevention and material separation device, including an operating table 1 that can be movably installed inside a fume hood (not shown in the figure). The operating table 1 includes a tabletop 11 made of stainless steel and legs 12. The tabletop 11 of the operating table 1 has two independent operating areas 13, and each operating area 13 is provided with a specimen retrieval container 2, a waste liquid collection container 3, a specimen bag fixing container 4, a tool container 5, and an embedding cap container 6 at intervals.
[0036] When using the tool, first take out the sampling tool from the tool container 5, then take out the specimen to be sampled from the specimen extraction container 2, and then pour the waste liquid (formaldehyde fixative) remaining in the specimen extraction container 2 into the waste liquid collection container 3. After sampling, put the specimen to be preserved and the fixative into the specimen fixation bag, and then put the specimen fixation bag into the specimen fixation container 4. Take out the embedding box lid from the embedding cap container 6 and cover the specimen after sampling for dehydration preservation. Finally, put the sampling tool back into the tool container 5 for storage.
[0037] As can be seen from the above, various containers are set up on the operating table 1. Arranging these containers in different positions effectively avoids cross-contamination and confusion of specimens, achieves standardized sampling, and significantly improves the accuracy and safety of pathological sampling. It also allows for the standardized use and storage of sampling tools, effectively utilizes the space of the fume hood, and improves work efficiency. Furthermore, since the operating table 1 can be moved inside the fume hood, it facilitates the cleaning of the fume hood and allows for flexible use of the space.
[0038] The purpose of a fume hood is to promptly remove harmful gases such as formaldehyde released by fixative solutions (formaldehyde fixative) to prevent them from affecting the health of the operator.
[0039] Based on the above operating procedure, in order to better suit operating habits and make full use of space, the specimen removal container 2, waste liquid collection container 3, specimen bag fixing container 4, and embedding cap container 6 are arranged sequentially along the length of the table 11, and the tool container 5 and embedding cap container 6 are arranged along the width of the table 11.
[0040] When using, first take out the sampling tool from the tool container 5, and then, according to the operation sequence from right to left, first take out the specimen to be sampled from the specimen extraction container 2, then pour the waste liquid (formaldehyde fixative) in the specimen extraction container 2 into the waste liquid collection container 3. After sampling, put the specimen to be preserved and the fixative into the specimen fixation bag, then put the specimen fixation bag into the specimen fixation container 4, take out the embedding box cap from the embedding cap container 6 and cover the specimen after sampling for dehydration preservation; finally, put the sampling tool back into the tool container 5 for storage.
[0041] The specimen retrieval containers 2 located in the two operating areas 13 are kept far apart from each other, which can keep containers with the same purpose in the two operating areas 13 far apart, further reducing the chance of instrument mixing, specimen cross-contamination or confusion.
[0042] The operating table 1 has multiple storage holes, each used to accommodate a specimen retrieval container 2, a waste liquid collection container 3, a specimen bag fixing container 4, a tool container 5, and an embedding cap container 6. The shape of the storage hole is adapted to the shape of the above containers. For example, the specimen retrieval container 2, waste liquid collection container 3, specimen bag fixing container 4, tool container 5, and embedding cap container 6 are cylindrical, and the storage holes are round holes, with each container inserted into the corresponding storage hole.
[0043] A partition 7 is detachably connected between the two operating areas 13 to enhance physical isolation and help achieve zero confusion. Specifically, the operating table 1 is connected to a connector 8, and one side of the connector 8 has a vertically extending slot 81. One side of the partition 7 is engaged with the connector 8 through this slot 81. In this embodiment, the connector 8 is located on the front side of the operating table 1, the slot 81 is located on the front side of the connector 8, and the partition 7 is mainly used to separate the two operators located on the front side of the operating area 13.
[0044] A right-angle ruler 14 made of stainless steel is installed at the front corner of the operating table 1. The right-angle ruler 14 is used as a measuring tool to measure the size of the specimen during the sampling process, which facilitates standardized sampling and maintains the consistency of the specimen (tissue block) size after sampling.
[0045] The specimen bag fixing container 4, tool container 5, and embedding cap container 6 all have multiple drainage holes to prevent water accumulation inside the containers. The specimen removal container 2 and waste liquid collection container 3 do not have drainage holes.
[0046] Example 2
[0047] See Figures 1-4 This embodiment also includes a stainless steel limiting clip 9, which is used to engage with the lower corner of the partition 7. The limiting clip 9 and the connecting piece 8 are located on opposite sides of the partition 7, and the limiting clip 9 and the connecting piece 8 work together to restrict the movement of the partition 7. The limiting clip 9 is U-shaped and has a thickness of 1mm. A bevel 71 is provided at the lower corner of the partition 7 to facilitate the insertion of the partition 7 into the limiting clip 9. The installation method of the limiting clip 9 and the connecting piece 8 is not limited.
[0048] Example 3
[0049] See Figures 1-4 The difference between this embodiment and embodiment 1 is that the worktable 1 has at least three operating areas 13 on its surface 11.
[0050] Finally, it should be noted that the above are merely preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit this application. For those skilled in the art, this application can have various modifications and variations. Without conflict, the embodiments and features described in the embodiments of this application can be arbitrarily combined with each other. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.
Claims
1. A material sampling separation device to prevent cross-contamination, characterized in that, The system includes a workbench located inside a fume hood, the workbench comprising a work surface; the work surface having at least two independent operating areas, wherein the operating areas are spaced apart by: Specimen removal container, used to hold specimens to be collected; Waste liquid collection container, used to collect waste liquid left in the specimen removal container; Specimen bag holder, used to store specimen fixation bags; Tool container for storing gathering tools; Embedding cap container, used to store embedding box caps.
2. The cross-contamination prevention material separation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The specimen extraction container, the waste liquid collection container, the specimen bag fixing container, and the embedding cap container are arranged sequentially along the length of the platform.
3. The material sampling separation device for preventing cross-contamination according to claim 2, characterized in that, The tool container and the embedding cap container are arranged along the width of the platform.
4. The cross-contamination prevention material sampling separation device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The specimen retrieval containers located in the two operating areas are far apart from each other.
5. The material sampling separation device for preventing cross-contamination according to claim 1, characterized in that, The operating table has multiple storage holes, each used to accommodate the specimen retrieval container, waste liquid collection container, specimen bag fixing container, tool container, and embedding cap container.
6. The material sampling separation device for preventing cross-contamination according to claim 1, characterized in that, A partition is provided between the two operating areas.
7. The cross-contamination prevention material sampling separation device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The partition is removable.
8. The material separation device for preventing cross-contamination according to claim 7, characterized in that, The operating table is connected to a connector, and a slot extending vertically is provided on one side of the connector. One side of the partition is engaged with the connector through the slot.
9. The material separation device for preventing cross-contamination according to claim 8, characterized in that, It also includes a limiting clip, which is used to engage with a lower corner of the partition; the limiting clip and the connecting piece are located on opposite sides of the partition, and the limiting clip and the connecting piece work together to restrict the movement of the partition.
10. The cross-contamination prevention material separation device according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that, The control panel is equipped with measuring tools.