Specimen submission cue device and specimen collection system
By setting a timer in the collection cup and using the electrical contact of the lid to start the timing function, the problem of untimely sample delivery was solved, and the accuracy of the test results was improved.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- BEIJING SHIJITAN HOSPITAL CAPITAL MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
- Filing Date
- 2025-02-27
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-21
AI Technical Summary
In existing technologies, the collection cups lack prompting and timing functions, which prevents nurses from delivering patients' excrement samples to the laboratory in a timely manner, affecting the reliability of test results.
A sample delivery prompting device was designed, including a collection bucket, a bucket lid, a timer, a positive electrode, a negative electrode, and a terminal block. When the bucket lid is closed, the terminal block makes electrical contact with the positive and negative electrodes, activating the timer. The timer displays the sample collection time, helping nurses to plan reasonable sample delivery schedules.
It improves the accuracy of sample test results, and through intuitive time display, ensures that samples are delivered to the laboratory within a reasonable time, reducing the error of sample test results.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of sample collection technology, and more specifically, to a sample submission prompting device and a sample submission collection system. Background Technology
[0002] During clinical treatment, it is necessary to collect excrement samples from hospitalized patients to facilitate corresponding tests on their physical condition. In existing technology, excrement is generally collected using collection cups, which are typically made of plastic. After use, patients store their excrement in the collection cups and place the used cups on designated shelves at the nurses' station.
[0003] The inventors discovered in their research that the sample collection cups in the prior art have at least the following drawbacks:
[0004] Nurses need to deliver the excrement in the collection cup to the laboratory within a set time frame. However, since the collection cup is placed behind the shelf and there is no prompt or timing function, there is a risk that the collection cup will not be delivered to the laboratory in time, resulting in poor reliability of the test results of the excrement in the collection cup. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this invention includes, for example, providing a sample delivery prompting device and a sample delivery collection system that can promptly transfer samples to the laboratory, thereby improving the reliability of sample test results.
[0006] The embodiments of this utility model can be implemented as follows:
[0007] In a first aspect, this utility model provides a sample submission prompting device, comprising:
[0008] The system comprises a collection bucket, a bucket lid, a timer, a positive electrode plate, a negative electrode plate, and a terminal block; the collection bucket has an insertion hole, and the positive and negative electrode plates are installed in the insertion hole; the bucket lid is rotatably connected to the collection bucket; the terminal block is fixed to the collection bucket; the positive and negative electrode plates are electrically connected to the timer, and the timer is installed on the collection bucket.
[0009] The terminal block is used to be inserted into the socket when the bucket lid is closed and the collection bucket is closed, so that the terminal block is in electrical contact with both the positive electrode and the negative electrode to start the timer.
[0010] In an optional embodiment, the distance between the positive electrode and the negative electrode gradually decreases in the direction from the opening of the socket to the bottom of the socket.
[0011] In an optional embodiment, at least one of the positive electrode and the negative electrode is configured as a conductive spring, which has a tendency to move closer to the terminal when the terminal is inserted into the socket.
[0012] In an optional embodiment, the positive electrode or the negative electrode includes a conductive post and a metal plate. The conductive post is inserted into the wall of the socket and fixedly connected to the collection bucket. The metal plate is fixedly connected to the conductive post and located inside the socket.
[0013] In an optional embodiment, the sample delivery indicator further includes a positive electrode wire, a negative electrode wire, a positive electrode conductive cylinder, and a negative electrode conductive cylinder; one end of the positive electrode wire is connected to the positive electrode plate, and the other end of the positive electrode wire is connected to the positive electrode conductive cylinder; one end of the negative electrode wire is connected to the negative electrode plate, and the other end of the negative electrode wire is connected to the negative electrode conductive cylinder; both the positive electrode conductive cylinder and the negative electrode conductive cylinder are fixed inside the collection container;
[0014] The timer includes a circuit board, a display module, a battery, a positive terminal pin, and a negative terminal pin. The display module is mounted on the circuit board, which is electrically connected to the battery. Both the positive terminal pin and the negative terminal pin are mounted on the circuit board. The positive terminal pin is electrically connected to the positive terminal of the battery and is inserted into a positive conductive cylinder. The negative terminal pin is electrically connected to the negative terminal of the battery and is inserted into a negative conductive cylinder.
[0015] In an alternative implementation, the positive pin has a different shape than the negative pin.
[0016] In an optional embodiment, the sample delivery prompting device further includes an insulating sleeve that is detachably fitted over the power terminal.
[0017] In an optional embodiment, the insulating sleeve is provided with a socket hole, and an anti-detachment protrusion is provided in the socket hole; an anti-detachment post is provided on the power contact post, the anti-detachment post is located between the bottom of the socket hole and the anti-detachment protrusion, and the anti-detachment protrusion is used to abut against the anti-detachment post to prevent the insulating sleeve from automatically detaching from the power contact post.
[0018] In an optional embodiment, the sample delivery prompting device further includes a locking post, which is installed on the bucket lid; a locking hole is provided on the end face where the opening of the collection bucket is located, and the locking post is used to be inserted into the locking hole, and the two are in a damped fit.
[0019] Secondly, this utility model provides a sample collection system, the sample collection system comprising:
[0020] The sample collection base and the sample delivery prompting device described in any of the foregoing embodiments; the collection base includes a base body, a controller, and an intelligent prompting mechanism; a positioning groove is provided on the base body; the controller is fixed on the base body; the intelligent prompting mechanism includes a weighing sensor and an indicator light, both of which are electrically connected to the controller; the weighing sensor is installed in the positioning groove, and the indicator light is installed on the base body.
[0021] The beneficial effects of this utility model embodiment include, for example:
[0022] In summary, the sample submission reminder device provided in this embodiment allows patients to collect their excrement using a collection bucket. After closing the bucket lid, the lid causes the contact post to insert into the socket, simultaneously making electrical contact with both the positive and negative electrodes. This activates the timer, which clearly displays the time of excrement collection, starting from the moment the lid is closed. When the sample submission reminder device is placed at the nurse's station, the nurse can observe the time display to determine the sample collection time and make an appropriate submission plan, significantly improving the accuracy of the sample test results. Because the sample collection time can be intuitively obtained by observing the time displayed on the timer, the reminder effect is excellent. Attached Figure Description
[0023] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a state of the sample submission prompting device according to an embodiment of this application;
[0025] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram showing another state of the sample submission prompting device according to an embodiment of this application;
[0026] Figure 3 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the sample submission prompting device according to an embodiment of this application;
[0027] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the positive electrode sheet according to an embodiment of this application;
[0028] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a timer according to an embodiment of this application;
[0029] Figure 6This is a schematic diagram illustrating the cooperation between the collection seat and the collection bucket in an embodiment of this application.
[0030] icon:
[0031] 100-Collection bucket; 101-Socket; 102-Locking hole; 103-Wire hole; 200-Lid; 300-Timer; 310-Circuit board; 320-Display module; 330-Battery; 340-Positive pin; 350-Negative pin; 400-Positive electrode plate; 401-Conductive post; 402-Metal plate; 500-Negative electrode plate; 600-Power connection post; 610-Anti-detachment post; 700-Positive wire; 710-Negative wire; 720-Positive conductive cylinder; 730-Negative conductive cylinder; 800-Insulating sleeve; 810-Anti-detachment protrusion; 900-Locking post; 001-Collection base; 011-Base body; 012-Controller; 013-Weighing sensor; 014-Indicator light; 015-Positioning groove. Detailed Implementation
[0032] 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.
[0033] 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.
[0034] 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.
[0035] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that if terms such as "upper," "lower," "inner," or "outer" are used to indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship in which the product is usually placed during 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.
[0036] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be interpreted as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0037] It should be noted that, where there is no conflict, the features in the embodiments of this utility model can be combined with each other.
[0038] In the existing technology, after the patient collects the excrement sample, he places the collection cup at the designated location at the nurse station. Since there is no indicator on the collection cup, the nurse cannot know the sample collection time, and therefore cannot make reasonable plans for the sample delivery for testing. As a result, the sample collection time exceeds the delivery time, leading to poor reliability of the sample test results.
[0039] In view of this, the designers have provided a sample submission prompting device that can intuitively reflect the sample collection time, thereby providing an effective and accurate prompt, which is conducive to making reasonable sample submission plans and making it less likely for samples to exceed the submission time.
[0040] Please refer to Figures 1-6 This embodiment provides a sample submission prompting device, including a collection container 100, a lid 200, a timer 300, a positive electrode 400, a negative electrode 500, and a contact post 600. The collection container 100 has an insertion hole 101, into which both the positive electrode 400 and the negative electrode 500 are installed. The lid 200 is rotatably connected to the collection container 100. The contact post 600 is fixed to the collection container 100. Both the positive electrode 400 and the negative electrode 500 are electrically connected to the timer 300, which is mounted on the collection container 100. The contact post 600 is used to insert into the insertion hole 101 when the lid 200 is closed, and to simultaneously make electrical contact with both the positive electrode 400 and the negative electrode 500 to activate the timer 300.
[0041] As described above, the working principle of the sample submission prompting device provided in this embodiment is as follows:
[0042] After the patient collects their excrement using collection bucket 100, they close the bucket lid 200. The lid 200 then engages the contact post 600 in the socket 101, making contact with both the positive electrode 400 and the negative electrode 500. This activates the timer 300, putting its internal circuitry on and initiating a timing cycle. The timer 300 clearly displays the excrement collection time, starting from the moment the lid 200 is closed. When the sample delivery indicator is placed at the nurses' station, the nurse can observe the time displayed on the timer 300 to determine the sample collection time and make an appropriate delivery plan, significantly improving the accuracy of the test results. Because the time displayed on the timer 300 provides a direct and effective indication of the sample collection time, the system is highly efficient.
[0043] The following embodiments illustrate the detailed structure of the sample submission prompting device of this application by way of example.
[0044] Please refer to Figure 3 In this embodiment, optionally, the distance between the positive electrode 400 and the negative electrode 500 gradually decreases in the direction from the opening of the socket 101 to the bottom of the socket 101. With this design, when the terminal 600 is inserted into the socket 101, as the insertion depth of the terminal 600 increases, the contact between the terminal 600 and the positive electrode 400 and the negative electrode 500 becomes increasingly tight, resulting in a more secure contact and reducing the likelihood of poor contact.
[0045] Please combine Figure 3 Optionally, the side view of the positive electrode 400 and the negative electrode 500 is approximately the two isosceles sides of an inverted isosceles trapezoid. The distances between the terminal 600 and the positive electrode 400, and between the terminal 600 and the negative electrode 500, are basically equal, ensuring good contact and conductivity.
[0046] Optionally, at least one of the positive electrode 400 and the negative electrode 500 may be configured as a conductive spring, which tends to move closer to the contact post 600 when it is inserted into the socket 101. For example, in this embodiment, both the positive electrode 400 and the negative electrode 500 are conductive springs. Both the positive electrode 400 and the negative electrode 500 have a certain elastic deformation capability. When the contact post 600 is inserted between the positive electrode 400 and the negative electrode 500, it can push the positive electrode 400 and the negative electrode 500 apart, increasing the elastic force of the positive electrode 400 and the negative electrode 500 to recover their deformation, thus making the contact between the positive electrode 400 and the negative electrode 500 and the contact post 600 tighter.
[0047] Please refer to Figure 4Optionally, both the positive electrode 400 and the negative electrode 500 include a conductive post 401 and a metal sheet 402. The conductive post 401 is inserted into the wall of the socket 101 and fixedly connected to the collection container 100. The metal sheet 402 is fixedly connected to the conductive post 401 and located within the socket 101. It should be understood that in some embodiments, only the positive electrode 400 or only the negative electrode 500 may include the conductive post 401 and the metal sheet 402. The conductive post 401 can be fixed within the collection container 100, and the metal sheet 402 can be a conductive spring. The conductive post 401, inserted into the wall of the socket 101, facilitates the fixed connection between the positive electrode 400 and the negative electrode 500 and the collection container 100.
[0048] In this embodiment, optionally, the sample delivery indicator further includes a positive electrode wire 700, a negative electrode wire 710, a positive electrode conductive cylinder 720, and a negative electrode conductive cylinder 730. One end of the positive electrode wire 700 is connected to the positive electrode plate 400, and the other end of the positive electrode wire 700 is connected to the positive electrode conductive cylinder 720; one end of the negative electrode wire 710 is connected to the negative electrode plate 500, and the other end of the negative electrode wire 710 is connected to the negative electrode conductive cylinder 730; both the positive electrode conductive cylinder 720 and the negative electrode conductive cylinder 730 are fixed inside the collection container 100. It should be understood that, for ease of wiring, a wire hole 103 can be provided inside the collection container 100.
[0049] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 5 Optionally, the timer 300 includes a circuit board 310, a display module 320, a battery 330, a positive pin 340, and a negative pin 350. The display module 320 is mounted on the circuit board 310, and the circuit board 310 is electrically connected to the battery 330. Both the positive pin 340 and the negative pin 350 are mounted on the circuit board 310; the positive pin 340 is electrically connected to the positive terminal of the battery 330 and is inserted into the positive conductive tube 720; the negative pin 350 is electrically connected to the negative terminal of the battery 330 and is inserted into the negative conductive tube 730. It is worth noting that in the initial state, that is, when the power terminal 600 is not inserted into the socket 101, the positive pin 340 and the negative pin 350 are not connected, the battery 330 cannot supply power to the circuit board 310 and the display module 320, the timer 300 cannot start timing, and the display module 320 will not display timing information. When the terminal 600 is inserted into the socket 101, the terminal 600 makes electrical contact with both the positive electrode 400 and the negative electrode 500, thus electrically connecting the positive pin 340 and the negative pin 350. This creates a circuit within the timer 300, activating the timer 300 and enabling it to perform timing operations.
[0050] It should be noted that the positive electrode pin 340 and the negative electrode pin 350 have different shapes. Correspondingly, the positive electrode conductive cylinder 720 and the negative electrode conductive cylinder 730 have different shapes. The positive electrode conductive cylinder 720 matches the shape of the positive electrode pin 340, and the negative electrode conductive cylinder 730 matches the shape of the negative electrode pin 350, which serves as a foolproof design.
[0051] Please refer to Figure 4 In this embodiment, optionally, the sample delivery indicator device further includes an insulating sleeve 800, which is detachably fitted onto the outside of the contact post 600. The insulating sleeve 800 can be a plastic sleeve. By providing the insulating sleeve 800, in the initial state, when the insulating sleeve 800 is not removed from the contact post 600, even if the lid 200 is closed, the timer 300 will not start timing, preventing accidental operation.
[0052] Optionally, the insulating sleeve 800 is provided with a socket hole, and an anti-detachment protrusion 810 is provided inside the socket hole; the contact post 600 is provided with an anti-detachment post 610, which is located between the bottom of the socket hole and the anti-detachment protrusion 810. The anti-detachment protrusion 810 is used to abut against the anti-detachment post 610 to prevent the insulating sleeve 800 from automatically detaching from the contact post 600. Under normal circumstances, the insulating sleeve 800 is fitted over the contact post 600 and will not automatically detach, ensuring safety and reliability. When needed, force is applied to the insulating sleeve 800 to pull it off the contact post 600, making the operation convenient.
[0053] In this embodiment, optionally, the sample delivery notification device further includes a locking post 900, which is installed on the lid 200. A locking hole 102 is provided on the end face where the opening of the collection bucket 100 is located. The locking post 900 is inserted into the locking hole 102, and the two are in a damped fit. After the sample is collected, the lid 200 is closed, and the locking post 900 is inserted into the locking hole 102, making it difficult for the lid 200 to open automatically and preventing sample leakage.
[0054] It should be understood that, in order to facilitate the acquisition of patient information, a record sheet can be attached to the outside of the collection bin 100, and the patient information can be recorded on the paper when the collection bin 100 is distributed.
[0055] Please refer to Figure 6This embodiment also provides a sample collection system, which includes a collection base 001 and a sample prompting device as described in the above embodiment. The collection base 001 includes a base body 011, a controller 012, and an intelligent prompting mechanism. A positioning groove 015 is provided on the base body 011; the controller 012 is fixed to the base body 011; the intelligent prompting mechanism includes a weighing sensor 013 and an indicator light 014, both of which are electrically connected to the controller 012; the weighing sensor 013 is installed in the positioning groove 015, and the indicator light 014 is installed on the base body 011. When the collection bin 100 contains a sample, the collection bin 100 is placed in the positioning groove 015. When the weight measured by the weighing sensor 013 is greater than the weight of the empty collection bin 100, this information is transmitted to the controller 012. The controller 012 then controls the corresponding indicator light 014 to illuminate or flash, alerting nurses and other medical personnel for timely and effective sample processing.
[0056] It should be understood that there can be multiple positioning grooves 015, allowing multiple collection buckets 100 to be placed simultaneously. Each positioning groove 015 is equipped with a weighing sensor 013, and each weighing sensor 013 is connected to a corresponding indicator light 014. The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model should be determined by the scope of the claims.
Claims
1. A sample submission prompting device, characterized in that, include: The system comprises a collection bucket (100), a bucket lid (200), a timer (300), a positive electrode plate (400), a negative electrode plate (500), and a terminal block (600). The collection bucket (100) has a socket (101) in which the positive electrode plate (400) and the negative electrode plate (500) are installed. The bucket lid (200) is rotatably connected to the collection bucket (100). The terminal block (600) is fixed to the collection bucket (100). The positive electrode plate (400) and the negative electrode plate (500) are electrically connected to the timer (300), which is installed on the collection bucket (100). The terminal (600) is used to be inserted into the socket (101) when the bucket lid (200) closes the collection bucket (100), and the terminal (600) is simultaneously in electrical contact with the positive electrode (400) and the negative electrode (500) to start the timer (300).
2. The sample submission prompting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The distance between the positive electrode (400) and the negative electrode (500) gradually decreases in the direction from the opening of the socket (101) towards the bottom of the socket (101).
3. The sample submission prompting device according to claim 2, characterized in that: At least one of the positive electrode (400) and the negative electrode (500) is configured as a conductive spring, which has a tendency to move closer to the terminal (600) when the terminal (600) is inserted into the socket (101).
4. The sample submission prompting device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The positive electrode (400) or the negative electrode (500) includes a conductive post (401) and a metal sheet (402). The conductive post (401) is inserted into the wall of the socket (101) and fixedly connected to the collection bucket (100). The metal sheet (402) is fixedly connected to the conductive post (401) and located in the socket (101).
5. The sample submission prompting device according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that: The sample delivery indicator further includes a positive electrode wire (700), a negative electrode wire (710), a positive electrode conductive cylinder (720), and a negative electrode conductive cylinder (730); one end of the positive electrode wire (700) is connected to the positive electrode plate (400), and the other end of the positive electrode wire (700) is connected to the positive electrode conductive cylinder (720); one end of the negative electrode wire (710) is connected to the negative electrode plate (500), and the other end of the negative electrode wire (710) is connected to the negative electrode conductive cylinder (730); both the positive electrode conductive cylinder (720) and the negative electrode conductive cylinder (730) are fixed inside the collection bucket (100); The timer (300) includes a circuit board (310), a display module (320), a battery (330), a positive pin (340), and a negative pin (350). The display module (320) is mounted on the circuit board (310), and the circuit board (310) is electrically connected to the battery (330). The positive pin (340) and the negative pin (350) are both mounted on the circuit board (310). The positive pin (340) is electrically connected to the positive terminal of the battery (330), and the positive pin (340) is inserted into the positive conductive cylinder (720). The negative pin (350) is electrically connected to the negative terminal of the battery (330), and the negative pin (350) is inserted into the negative conductive cylinder (730).
6. The sample submission prompting device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The positive pin (340) has a different shape than the negative pin (350).
7. The sample submission prompting device according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that: The sample delivery prompting device also includes an insulating sleeve (800), which is detachably fitted onto the outside of the power terminal (600).
8. The sample submission prompting device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The insulating sleeve (800) is provided with a socket hole, and an anti-detachment protrusion (810) is provided in the socket hole; an anti-detachment post (610) is provided on the power connection post (600), the anti-detachment post (610) is located between the bottom of the socket hole and the anti-detachment protrusion (810), and the anti-detachment protrusion (810) is used to abut against the anti-detachment post (610) to prevent the insulating sleeve (800) from automatically detaching from the power connection post (600).
9. The sample submission prompting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sample delivery prompting device also includes a locking post (900), which is installed on the bucket lid (200); the end face of the collection bucket (100) where the bucket opening is located is provided with a locking hole (102), and the locking post (900) is used to be inserted into the locking hole (102), and the two are damped together.
10. A sample collection system, characterized in that, The sample collection system includes: A collection base (001) and a sample submission prompting device according to any one of claims 1-9; the collection base (001) includes a base body (011), a controller (012) and an intelligent prompting mechanism; a positioning groove (015) is provided on the base body (011); the controller (012) is fixed on the base body (011); the intelligent prompting mechanism includes a weighing sensor (013) and an indicator light (014), both the weighing sensor (013) and the indicator light (014) being electrically connected to the controller (012); the weighing sensor (013) is installed in the positioning groove (015), and the indicator light (014) is installed on the base body (011).