Multifunctional processing instrument
By integrating the reaction chamber, reagent chamber, sample carrier, liquid injection assembly, and heating plate into a single multifunctional processor, and equipping it with a transport assembly and observation window, the problem of cumbersome equipment transfer in traditional pathological sample processing is solved, achieving efficient automation and accurate reagent addition.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- NINGBO CLINICAL PATHOLOGICAL DIAGNOSIS CENT
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-31
AI Technical Summary
Traditional pathological sample processing requires manual operation using multiple independent devices, resulting in cumbersome and inefficient sample transfer.
The reaction chamber, reagent chamber, sample carrier, liquid injection assembly, and heating plate are integrated into a single multifunctional processor. Combined with the design of the transport assembly and observation window, it enables automated sample processing and precise reagent addition.
It improves the efficiency of pathological sample processing and equipment functionality, reduces manual handling, and ensures the accuracy of reagent addition and efficient use of equipment space.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pathological sample processing technology, and more specifically, to a multifunctional processor. Background Technology
[0002] In fields such as biomedical research and cell analysis, various processing operations on cells and tissues are often crucial parts of the research process; these processing operations often involve multiple steps, such as decalcification and dehydration of pathological samples.
[0003] However, the relevant technology has at least one of the following problems: In the traditional process of pathological sample processing, multiple independent devices are required to perform different operations such as decalcification and dehydration on the processed samples. This results in the need to manually transfer the processed samples between different devices during the sample processing process, making the experimental process cumbersome and inefficient. Utility Model Content
[0004] The technical problem solved by this invention is that in the traditional process of pathological sample processing, multiple independent devices are required to perform different operations such as decalcification and dehydration on the processed samples. This results in the need to manually transfer the processed samples between different devices during the sample processing process, which is cumbersome and inefficient.
[0005] To address the aforementioned problems, this utility model provides a multifunctional processor, comprising: a reaction chamber with a placement position; a reagent chamber located on one side of the reaction chamber and connected to it; the reagent chamber and the reaction chamber being integrally formed; at least one sample carrier located at the placement position; a liquid injection assembly located in the reagent chamber and positioned above the placement position; and a heating plate located in the reaction chamber for increasing the temperature of the reaction chamber.
[0006] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by this solution are as follows: Compared with related technologies that require the use of multiple independent devices for different operations such as cell culture, reagent addition, cell infusion, and decalcification, this utility model integrates the reaction chamber, reagent chamber, sample carrier, infusion assembly, and heating plate into a single multifunctional processor, providing a unified place for pathological sample processing, improving the functionality and efficiency of the equipment, reducing manual sample transport steps and improving the efficiency of pathological sample processing; furthermore, the reagent chamber and reaction chamber are integrated, and the infusion assembly is located above the placement position, reducing the equipment's footprint and facilitating its arrangement in limited spaces.
[0007] In one embodiment of this invention, a transport component is further included, disposed in the reaction chamber, for transporting the sample carrier to the placement position. Compared with the prior art, the technical effects achieved by this solution are: the transport component can automatically transport the sample carrier to the placement position, reducing manual intervention in the pathological sample processing process, and the transport component improves the accuracy and reliability of the operation when transporting the sample carrier.
[0008] In one embodiment of this utility model, the transport component includes: a drive motor; a conveyor belt disposed above the placement position, with the first end of the conveyor belt being drive-connected to the drive motor; and a heating plate disposed below the conveyor belt.
[0009] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by this solution are as follows: the drive motor drives the conveyor belt, which can stably and efficiently transport the sample carrier and ensure the stability of the pathological sample during transportation; at the same time, the heating plate located below the conveyor belt can effectively utilize space and provide a reasonable layout for the reaction chamber.
[0010] In one embodiment of this utility model, the transport component further includes: a placement rack, which is disposed at the second end of the conveyor belt and is used to place the sample carrier; the second end is disposed relative to the first end; wherein the sample carrier arrives at the placement rack after passing the placement position via the conveyor belt.
[0011] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by adopting this technical solution are as follows: the placement rack provides a specific placement position for the transported sample carrier, improves the function of the transport components, and provides a suitable storage place for the sample carrier after transportation, which facilitates subsequent processing.
[0012] In one embodiment of this utility model, the liquid injection assembly includes: a reagent container located in the reagent chamber; an injection head located in the reaction chamber for adding reagents to the sample carrier; and a hydraulic pump located in the reagent chamber for transferring reagents from the reagent container to the injection head and for recovering waste liquid in the placement position.
[0013] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by this solution are as follows: the combination of the reagent container, hydraulic pump, and injection head enables precise control of the amount and location of reagent addition, ensuring the accuracy and stability of injection.
[0014] In one embodiment of this utility model, the injection head is positioned above the placement position.
[0015] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by this solution are as follows: the injection head is positioned above the placement position, which ensures that the reagent is accurately dripped onto the target position on the sample carrier, thus enhancing the injection effect.
[0016] In one embodiment of this utility model, it further includes: a first observation window, which is located on the side of the reaction chamber away from the reagent chamber; a second observation window, which is located in the reaction chamber; and a third observation window, which is located in the reagent chamber; both the second and third observation windows are located on the observation side of the multifunctional processor.
[0017] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by adopting this technical solution are as follows: multiple observation windows are set at different locations in the reaction chamber and reagent chamber, allowing operators to observe the internal conditions of the equipment from different angles and keep abreast of the progress of pathological sample processing.
[0018] In one embodiment of this utility model, it further includes: a slide preparation trough, which is disposed in the reaction chamber and adjacent to the transport component, for placing untreated sample carriers; the sample carriers are moved from the slide preparation trough to the conveyor belt.
[0019] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by adopting this technical solution are as follows: the slide preparation tank provides a dedicated placement location for untreated sample carriers and is adjacent to the transport components, which facilitates the rapid transfer of sample carriers to the conveyor belt and improves operational convenience.
[0020] In one embodiment of this utility model, it further includes: an ultrasonic processor, which is located on one side of the placement rack and is used to accelerate the reaction of pathological samples in the sample carrier; and an alarm module, which is located in the reagent compartment and is communicatively connected to the liquid injection assembly.
[0021] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by adopting this technical solution are as follows: the ultrasonic processor is located on one side of the placement rack, and the sample carrier can be ultrasonically processed after it is transported to the placement rack, which increases the versatility of the equipment functions; the alarm module is used to remind the operator of the reagent usage status and to remind the operator to replace the reagent in time.
[0022] In one embodiment of this utility model, it further includes a control panel, which is located in the reaction chamber and on the observation side.
[0023] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by adopting this technical solution are as follows: the control panel is located in the reaction chamber and on the observation side, which makes it convenient for operators to operate the equipment while observing the internal conditions, thereby improving the operability of the equipment and the user experience.
[0024] By adopting the technical solution of this utility model, the following technical effects can be achieved: (1) This utility model integrates the reaction chamber, reagent chamber, sample carrier, liquid injection component and heating plate into a multi-functional processor, providing a unified place for pathological sample processing, improving the functionality and efficiency of the equipment, reducing the manual sample transfer process and improving the efficiency of pathological sample processing; and the reagent chamber and reaction chamber are set up as one unit and the liquid injection component is located above the placement position, reducing the equipment's footprint and making it convenient to arrange in a limited space. (2) The drive motor drives the conveyor belt, which can transport the sample carrier in a stable and efficient manner, ensuring the stability of the pathological sample during transportation; at the same time, the heating plate located below the conveyor belt can effectively utilize the space and provide a reasonable layout for the reaction chamber. (3) Multiple observation windows are set in different positions in the reaction chamber and reagent chamber, so that operators can observe the internal condition of the equipment from different angles and keep abreast of the progress of pathological sample processing. Attached Figure Description
[0025] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings to be used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a multi-functional processor provided in an embodiment of this utility model; Figure 2 for Figure 1 A front view of the multifunction processor shown; Figure 3 for Figure 1 A top view of the multifunction processor shown; Figure 4 for Figure 2 A cross-sectional view along the AA direction.
[0026] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 100. Multifunctional processor; 101. Observation side; 10. Reaction chamber; 11. Placement position; 12. First observation window; 13. Second observation window; 20. Reagent chamber; 21. Third observation window; 30. Sample carrier; 40. Liquid injection assembly; 41. Reagent container; 42. Liquid injection head; 43. Hydraulic pump; 44. Connecting pipeline; 51. First plate; 52. Second plate; 53. Third plate; 60. Transport assembly; 61. Drive motor; 62. Conveyor belt; 621. First end; 622. Second end; 63. Placement rack; 70. Ultrasonic processor; 80. Control panel. Detailed Implementation
[0027] The embodiments of this utility model will now be described in detail. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.
[0028] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a 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.
[0029] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0030] See Figure 1 , Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a multi-functional processor provided in an embodiment of the present utility model; combined with Figures 2 to 4 Specifically, the multifunctional processor 100 includes: a reaction chamber 10, a reagent chamber 20, a liquid injection assembly 40, a heating plate, and at least one sample carrier 30. The reaction chamber 10 has a placement position 11; the reagent chamber 20 is located on one side of the reaction chamber 10 and communicates with the reaction chamber 10; the reagent chamber 20 and the reaction chamber 10 are integrally formed; the sample carrier 30 is located at the placement position 11; the liquid injection assembly 40 is located in the reagent chamber 20 and is positioned above the placement position 11; the heating plate is located in the reaction chamber 10 to increase the temperature of the reaction chamber 10.
[0031] Preferably, the sample carrier 30 includes a glass slide and a slide box.
[0032] Furthermore, the multifunctional processor 100 also includes a transport component 60, which is located in the reaction chamber 10 and is used to transport the sample carrier 30 to the placement position 11. Depending on the specific usage, the transport component 60 moves the sample carrier 30 to the placement position 11 in the reaction chamber 10, and the liquid injection component 40 injects liquid into the sample carrier 30. At the same time, the heating plate is controlled to increase the temperature of the reaction chamber 10, so that the pathological sample in the sample carrier 30 can react more quickly. Taking bone tissue sections as an example, the bone tissue sections are first placed on the sample carrier 30, referred to as the first slide. The transport component 60 moves the first slide to the placement position 11, and then the injection component 40 injects decalcification solution into it. At this time, the temperature in the reaction chamber 10 rises under the action of the heating plate, which accelerates the dissolution of calcium salts under heating conditions, thereby accelerating the decalcification reaction of the pathological sample in the first slide. After decalcification is completed, the injection component 40 will drop fluorescent dye onto the first slide to cover it. After the first slide is processed, it then arrives at the placement rack 63, where the ultrasonic processor 70 cleans its surface to achieve a fully enclosed pathological sample processing procedure.
[0033] Furthermore, the transport component 60 includes: a drive motor 61 and a conveyor belt 62; the conveyor belt 62 is located above the placement position 11, and the first end 621 of the conveyor belt 62 is connected to the drive motor 61 in a transmission manner; a heating plate is located below the conveyor belt 62.
[0034] Preferably, the heating plate includes a first plate body 51, a second plate body 52 and a third plate body 53; the first plate body 51 is located on one side of the drive motor 61, the second plate body 52 is located in the placement position 11, and the third plate body 53 is located on the side of the conveyor belt 62 near the placement rack 63.
[0035] Furthermore, the transport component 60 also includes a placement rack 63, which is located at the second end 622 of the conveyor belt 62 and is used to place the sample carrier 30. The second end 622 is positioned relative to the first end 621. The sample carrier 30 passes through the placement position 11 on the conveyor belt 62 and then arrives at the placement rack 63. This fixed path transport ensures consistency in each sample processing step. The sample does not need to be manually adjusted from loading to processing completion, reducing operational fatigue and the risk of contamination. It also makes it easy to distinguish between the sample carrier 30 to be processed and the processed sample carrier 30.
[0036] Furthermore, the liquid injection assembly 40 includes: a reagent container 41, an injection head 42, and a hydraulic pump 43; the reagent container 41 is located in the reagent chamber 20; the injection head 42 is located in the reaction chamber 10 and is used to add reagents to the sample carrier 30; the hydraulic pump 43 is located in the reagent chamber 20 and is used to transfer the reagents in the reagent container 41 to the injection head 42 and to recover waste liquid in the placement position 11.
[0037] Preferably, the injection head 42 is positioned above the placement position 11 to add reagents to the sample carrier 30 located at the placement position 11 on the conveyor belt 62.
[0038] Preferably, the hydraulic pump 43 is connected to the placement position 11 via the connecting pipe 44 to recover the waste liquid in the placement position 11.
[0039] For further information, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 4 The multifunctional processor 100 also includes: a first observation window 12, a second observation window 13, and a third observation window 21; the first observation window 12 is located on the side of the reaction chamber 10 away from the reagent chamber 20, and is used to observe the addition of reagents in the sample carrier 30; the second observation window 13 is located in the reaction chamber 10, and is used to observe the transport of the sample carrier 30; the third observation window 21 is located in the reagent chamber 20, and is used to observe the consumption of reagents; both the second observation window 13 and the third observation window 21 are located on the observation side 101 of the multifunctional processor 100.
[0040] Furthermore, the multifunctional processor 100 also includes a slide preparation trough, which is located inside the reaction chamber 10 and adjacent to the transport component 60, for placing untreated sample carriers 30; the sample carriers 30 move from the slide preparation trough to the conveyor belt 62.
[0041] Furthermore, the multifunctional processor 100 also includes an ultrasonic processor 70, which is located on one side of the placement rack 63 and is used to accelerate the reaction of pathological samples in the sample carrier 30. The ultrasonic processor 70 is placed at the end of the pathological sample processing flow to agitate the cultured sample carrier 30, ensuring the uniformity of the concentration of the reaction reagent in the sample carrier 30 and improving the reaction efficiency of the reagent in the sample carrier 30.
[0042] During the processing of pathological samples, the ultrasonic processor 70 can work alone or in conjunction with a heating plate. For example, when a pathological sample is dehydrated with alcohol after staining, the ultrasonic processor 70 only needs to output ultrasonic mixing to the sample carrier 30 to improve reaction efficiency, without the need for heating. When the target sample is a sample with dense calcium salt deposits, the ultrasonic processor 70 and the heating plate need to work together to dehydrate the target sample to improve reaction efficiency.
[0043] Furthermore, the multi-functional processor 100 also includes an alarm module located in the reagent compartment 20 and connected in communication with the dispensing assembly 40. For example, the reagent content in the reagent container 41 is fixed, so when the reagent in the reagent container 41 is used up, the alarm module will sound an alarm to remind the operator to replace the reagent.
[0044] Furthermore, the multifunctional processor 100 includes a control panel 80, which is located in the reaction chamber 10 and on the observation side 101. The control panel 80 is electrically connected to the injection assembly 40, the heating assembly, and the transport assembly 60 to adjust the working status of each component in the pathological sample processing flow. For example, when the pathological sample needs decalcification, the control panel 80 activates the heating assembly, and then the conveyor belt 62 of the transport assembly 60 drives the sample carrier 30 to move according to the set flow. Conversely, if decalcification is not required, the control panel 80 deactivates the heating plate in the heating assembly, and the conveyor belt 62 of the transport assembly 60 drives the sample carrier 30 to move according to the required flow.
[0045] While the present invention has been disclosed above, it is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art can make various modifications and alterations without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention; therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be determined by the scope defined in the claims.
Claims
1. A multi-functional processor, characterized in that, include: The reaction chamber (10) is provided with a placement position (11). A reagent compartment (20) is located on one side of the reaction chamber (10) and communicates with the reaction chamber (10); the reagent compartment (20) and the reaction chamber (10) are integrally formed. At least one sample carrier (30) is provided at the placement position (11). The liquid injection assembly (40) is disposed in the reagent compartment (20) and is located above the placement position (11); A heating plate is provided in the reaction chamber (10) to increase the temperature of the reaction chamber (10).
2. The multifunctional treatment instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: A transport assembly (60) is provided in the reaction chamber (10) for transporting the sample carrier (30) to the placement position (11).
3. The multifunctional processor according to claim 2, characterized in that, The transport component (60) includes: Drive motor (61); A conveyor belt (62) is located above the placement position (11), and the first end (621) of the conveyor belt (62) is connected to the drive motor (61) in a transmission connection. The heating plate is located below the conveyor belt (62).
4. The multifunctional processor according to claim 3, characterized in that, The transport component (60) also includes: A placement rack (63) is provided at the second end (622) of the conveyor belt (62) for placing the sample carrier (30); the second end (622) is provided opposite to the first end (621); The sample carrier (30) passes through the placement position (11) via the conveyor belt (62) and arrives at the placement rack (63).
5. The multifunctional processor according to claim 3, characterized in that, The injection assembly (40) includes: A reagent container (41) is located in the reagent compartment (20). Injection head (42), which is located in the reaction chamber (10), is used to add reagents to the sample carrier (30); A hydraulic pump (43) is located in the reagent compartment (20) for transferring the reagent in the reagent container (41) to the injection head (42) and for recovering the waste liquid in the placement position (11).
6. The multifunctional processor according to claim 5, characterized in that, The injection head (42) is located above the placement position (11).
7. The multifunctional treatment instrument according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized by, Also includes: The first observation window (12) is located on the side of the reaction chamber (10) away from the reagent chamber (20); The second observation window (13) is located in the reaction chamber (10); The third observation window (21) is located in the reagent compartment (20); The second observation window (13) and the third observation window (21) are both located on the observation side (101) of the multi-functional processor.
8. The multi-functional treatment instrument according to claim 3, wherein Also includes: A slide preparation trough is provided inside the reaction chamber (10) and adjacent to the transport assembly (60) for placing the untreated sample carrier (30). The sample carrier (30) moves from the slide preparation trough to the conveyor belt (62).
9. The multi-functional treatment instrument according to claim 4, wherein Also includes: An ultrasonic processor (70) is located on one side of the placement rack (63) and is used to accelerate the reaction of pathological samples in the sample carrier (30). An alarm module is located in the reagent compartment (20) and is communicatively connected to the liquid injection assembly (40).
10. The multi-functional treatment instrument according to claim 7, wherein Also includes: A control panel (80) is located in the reaction chamber (10) and on the observation side (101).