A test strip for non-invasive salivary glucose detection

Abstract

This utility model provides a test strip for non-invasive saliva glucose detection, including a test box, a test strip, and a cover. The test box has an inspection groove on its surface, and the test strip is fixedly installed at the bottom of the inspection groove. The cover covers the opening of the inspection groove, and one end of the cover extends outward with a connecting handle, which is rotatably mounted on the surface of the test box via a rotating shaft. By using a rotatable cover, after collecting a saliva sample with a cotton swab, the user simply places the cotton tip on top of the test strip and then closes the cover. During the closing process, the cover exerts a uniform and consistent squeezing force on the cotton tip, precisely squeezing and releasing the saliva onto the test strip below. This mechanical squeezing method replaces traditional manual squeezing or wiping, effectively avoiding the problem of too much or too little sample due to uneven manual operation, thus improving the standardization of sample addition and the accuracy of the test results.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of glucose detection equipment, and in particular to a test strip for non-invasive saliva glucose detection. Background Technology

[0002] Diabetes is a common chronic metabolic disease, and patients need to frequently monitor their blood glucose levels to guide medication and diet in order to achieve good blood sugar control. Traditional blood glucose testing methods mainly rely on finger-prick blood sampling. Although the test results are accurate, it is an invasive procedure that can cause pain and discomfort to patients and carries the risk of cross-infection. Frequent blood sampling can also easily lead to patient resistance and decreased compliance.

[0003] To address the problems associated with invasive testing, non-invasive testing technologies have become a hot research topic. Among these, indirectly reflecting blood glucose levels by detecting glucose concentration in saliva is a promising non-invasive method. This method has significant advantages such as being painless, non-invasive, and easy to sample, making it particularly suitable for children, the elderly, and patients requiring frequent monitoring.

[0004] Currently, several test strips or devices for saliva glucose testing have been proposed. These devices typically include a detection area for holding the test strip and a sample application well for adding saliva samples. However, most existing designs have some shortcomings: First, saliva samples are usually collected by swabs, requiring the user to manually squeeze the cotton tip or wipe it directly onto the test strip. This operation is cumbersome and the squeezing force is difficult to control, potentially leading to too much or too little sample, affecting the accuracy of the test results. Second, the detection area is usually directly exposed to the air after sample application, and environmental contaminants such as dust and impurities can easily contaminate the sensitive chemical reagents on the test strip, causing the test strip to malfunction or resulting in inaccurate test results. Utility Model Content

[0005] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0006] To address the aforementioned problems in the prior art, this invention provides a test strip for non-invasive salivary glucose detection.

[0007] (II) Technical Solution

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, the main technical solutions adopted by this utility model include:

[0009] A test strip for non-invasive salivary glucose detection includes a test kit, a test strip, and a cover plate;

[0010] The surface of the detection box is provided with an inspection groove;

[0011] The test strip is fixedly installed at the bottom of the inspection slot;

[0012] The cover plate is placed over the opening of the inspection slot, and a connecting handle extends outward from one end of the cover plate. The connecting handle is rotatably mounted on the surface of the inspection box via a rotating shaft.

[0013] Preferably, it also includes a testing swab, wherein the surface of the testing box has an installation groove corresponding to the cotton stem portion of the testing swab, the side wall of the cover plate has a notch corresponding to the cotton stem portion of the testing swab, and the cotton head portion of the testing swab is disposed inside the cover plate.

[0014] Preferably, a lifting plate is vertically provided on the surface of the cover plate, and the lifting plate is located directly in front of the notch in the cover plate.

[0015] Preferably, the mounting groove has notches on both sides at the end away from the cover plate to facilitate the removal of the cotton rod of the detection swab.

[0016] Preferably, the cover plate has a recessed groove on its surface that corresponds to the cotton head portion of the detection swab.

[0017] Preferably, the inspection groove is rectangular.

[0018] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0019] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0020] 1. This application utilizes a rotatable cover. After collecting a saliva sample with a cotton swab, the user simply places the cotton tip above the test strip and closes the cover. During the closing process, the cover applies a uniform and consistent pressure to the cotton tip, precisely squeezing and releasing the saliva onto the test strip below. This mechanical squeezing method replaces traditional manual squeezing or wiping, effectively avoiding the problem of excessive or insufficient sample volume caused by uneven manual operation, thus improving the standardization of sample application and the accuracy of test results.

[0021] 2. When not in use, the cover should be tightly closed over the opening of the test slot to isolate the test strip from the external environment. This creates a sealed protective space that effectively prevents dust, moisture, impurities, and other contaminants in the air from contacting and contaminating the delicate chemical reagents on the test strip. This ensures the stability of the test strip within its shelf life and the reliability of the test, thus extending the product's shelf life. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a test strip for non-invasive saliva glucose detection.

[0023] [Explanation of Labels in the Attached Image]

[0024] 1. Detection kit;

[0025] 2. Cover plate;

[0026] 3. Test swabs;

[0027] 4. Inspect the tank;

[0028] 5. Lifting plate;

[0029] 6. Notch. Detailed Implementation

[0030] To better explain and facilitate understanding of this utility model, the present utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0031] Please refer to Figure 1 This utility model provides a test strip for non-invasive salivary glucose detection, including a test box 1, a test strip and a cover plate 2;

[0032] The surface of the detection box 1 is provided with an inspection groove 4;

[0033] The test strip is fixedly installed at the bottom of the inspection slot 4;

[0034] The cover plate 2 is placed over the opening of the inspection slot 4, and a connecting handle is provided on one end of the cover plate 2 extending outward. The connecting handle is rotatably mounted on the surface of the detection box 1 via a rotating shaft.

[0035] When in use, the test swab 3 is inserted into the patient's mouth to collect saliva. After that, the cover 2 on the test slot 4 is opened, the cotton head of the test swab 3 is placed into the test slot 4, and then the cover 2 is pressed down to squeeze out the saliva from the cotton head of the test swab 3 and let it fall onto the test strip.

[0036] This application utilizes a rotatable cover 2. After collecting a saliva sample with a cotton swab, the user simply places the cotton tip above the test strip and closes the cover 2. During the closing process, the cover 2 applies a uniform and consistent pressure to the cotton tip, precisely squeezing and releasing the saliva onto the test strip below. This mechanical squeezing method replaces traditional manual squeezing or wiping, effectively avoiding the problem of excessive or insufficient sample volume caused by uneven manual operation, thus improving the standardization of sample application and the accuracy of test results.

[0037] When not in use, the cover 2 tightly closes to the opening of the test slot 4, isolating the internal test strip from the external environment. This forms a sealed protective space, which effectively prevents dust, moisture, impurities and other pollutants in the air from contacting and contaminating the delicate chemical reagents on the test strip. This ensures the stability of the test strip within its validity period and the reliability of the test, and extends the product's shelf life.

[0038] In this embodiment, a detection swab 3 is also included. The surface of the detection box 1 is provided with an installation groove corresponding to the cotton rod portion of the detection swab 3. The side wall of the cover plate 2 is provided with a notch corresponding to the cotton rod portion of the detection swab 3. The cotton head portion of the detection swab 3 is disposed inside the cover plate 2 to provide the detection swab 3 for easy saliva glucose detection.

[0039] In this embodiment, a lifting plate 5 is vertically provided on the surface of the cover plate 2. The lifting plate 5 is located directly in front of the notch of the cover plate 2, and the lifting plate 5 facilitates manual opening of the cover plate 2.

[0040] In this embodiment, the mounting groove is provided with notches 6 on both sides of the end away from the cover plate 2 to facilitate the removal of the cotton rod of the detection cotton swab 3.

[0041] In this embodiment, the surface of the cover plate 2 is recessed with a receiving groove corresponding to the cotton head portion of the detection cotton swab 3.

[0042] In this embodiment, the inspection groove 4 is rectangular.

[0043] The working principle of this utility model is as follows:

[0044] The test swab 3 is inserted into the patient's mouth to collect saliva. After that, the cover plate 2 on the test slot 4 is opened, the cotton tip of the test swab 3 is placed into the test slot 4, and then the cover plate 2 is pressed down to squeeze out the saliva from the cotton tip of the test swab 3 and let it fall onto the test strip.

[0045] The circuits, electronic components, and modules involved are all existing technologies, which can be fully implemented by those skilled in the art, and need not be elaborated upon. The content protected by this utility model does not involve any improvement to the software and methods.

[0046] The above are merely embodiments of this utility model and do not limit the patent scope of this utility model. Any equivalent modifications made based on the content of this utility model specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of this utility model.

[0047] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A test strip for non-invasive salivary glucose detection, characterized in that, Includes the test kit, test strips, and cover plate; The surface of the detection box is provided with an inspection groove; The test strip is fixedly installed at the bottom of the inspection slot; The cover plate is placed over the opening of the inspection slot, and a connecting handle extends outward from one end of the cover plate. The connecting handle is rotatably mounted on the surface of the inspection box via a rotating shaft.

2. The test strip for non-invasive salivary glucose detection according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a test swab, the surface of the test box has an installation groove corresponding to the cotton stem of the test swab, the side wall of the cover plate has a notch corresponding to the cotton stem of the test swab, and the cotton head of the test swab is disposed inside the cover plate.

3. The test paper for non-invasive salivary glucose detection according to claim 1, wherein, A lifting plate is vertically provided on the surface of the cover plate, and the lifting plate is located directly in front of the notch in the cover plate.

4. The test paper for non-invasive salivary glucose detection according to claim 2, wherein, The mounting groove has notches on both sides at the end away from the cover plate to facilitate the removal of the cotton rod of the detection swab.

5. The test paper for non-invasive salivary glucose detection according to claim 2, wherein, The cover plate has a recessed groove on its surface that corresponds to the cotton head portion of the test swab.

6. The test strip for non-invasive salivary glucose detection according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inspection slot is rectangular.

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