An integrated urine specimen collector

Abstract

The utility model discloses an integrated urine specimen collector, including the outer layer urine storage collection pipe, the inside of outer layer urine storage collection pipe is provided with the inner layer urine collector, the opening position of outer layer urine storage collection pipe is connected with the screw cap, is used for carrying out effective sealing to outer layer urine storage collection pipe, still include: the left side fixed connection of inner layer urine collector inside has fixed cylinder. This integrated urine specimen collector adopts two-piece design, and the inner layer pullable urine collection core has self -adaptation caliber function, and the outer layer is equipped with screw cap, and the inner layer is equipped with stretchable folding handle, and the bottom 8ml storage pipe one side has three urine leakage holes, and the other side is no hole, can promote collection efficiency, ensure that the specimen is safe, simplify the operation and accurate control sample amount, and when need to inspect urine, only need to unscrew the upper layer's inspection cover, and the probe is inserted from the hollow place of screw cap and can carry out the inspection, thereby make the inspection operation more simple, accurate.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical device technology, specifically to an integrated urine specimen collector. Background Technology

[0002] A urine specimen collector is a medical device that integrates urine collection and storage functions into a single unit, enabling convenient and hygienic urine specimen collection. It is suitable for collecting specimens for various urine tests, such as routine urine tests, urine biochemistry tests, and urine culture, in hospitals, health check centers, clinics, and other medical settings. However, current methods have drawbacks: patients cannot determine whether the urine volume collected is sufficient, and urine specimens can contaminate hands. To address these shortcomings, existing technology (Chinese patent application number: 202222107825.6, authorized announcement date: 2022-11-22) discloses a disposable urine specimen... In this collector, the measuring cup and gloves are already connected to the slot via a guide rail, with the measuring cup folded. The user puts on the gloves, unfolds the folded measuring cup, collects the urine sample, and determines whether the collected urine sample volume meets the testing requirements by referring to the scale line. The required amount of urine sample is then poured into the urine sample test tube through the pouring spout. The user then twists the measuring cup with their fingers to disengage the guide rail from the slot, separating the measuring cup and gloves for different sorting processes. Throughout the process, the hands and urine sample do not come into contact, ensuring hand hygiene, facilitating storage, avoiding hand contamination and cross-infection, and ensuring the accuracy of routine urine collection.

[0003] Most existing urine sample collectors are simply plastic cups. Due to their short handles, hands easily come into contact with urine during use, which is unhygienic and provides a poor user experience. They also lack adaptive nozzle size, making it impossible to flexibly adjust the collection opening size for different individuals or collection scenarios, potentially leading to low collection efficiency or urine splashing. Furthermore, the lack of precise quantitative design makes it difficult to accurately collect the required sample volume for specific tests, potentially resulting in too much or too little sample, affecting the accuracy of test results. Additionally, some collectors are prone to leakage during collection if the patient's posture is incorrect or the collector is tilted, causing not only sample loss but also environmental contamination. Therefore, we propose an integrated urine sample collector that effectively solves these problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an integrated urine sample collector to solve the problems mentioned in the background art, where existing urine sample collectors are mostly plastic cups with short handles, which are unhygienic, provide a poor user experience, lack adaptive diameter and precise quantitative design, and are prone to low collection efficiency, inaccurate sample volume, and leakage when tilted, thus polluting the environment.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an integrated urine specimen collector, comprising an outer urine storage and collection tube, an inner urine collector disposed inside the outer urine storage and collection tube, and a screw cap connected to the opening of the outer urine storage and collection tube for effective sealing of the outer urine storage and collection tube; further comprising: a fixed cylinder fixedly connected to the left side inside the inner urine collector, and a movable handle disposed inside the fixed cylinder; a storage tube disposed at the bottom of the inner urine collector, and three leakage holes opened at the 8ml mark position of the storage tube at the bottom of the inner urine collector; an elastic element disposed at the opening of the inner urine collector; and an inspection cap penetratingly connected inside the screw cap.

[0006] Preferably, the outer wall of the opening of the outer urine storage and collection tube is provided with external threads, the lower part of the inner wall of the screw cap is provided with internal threads, the bottom of the screw cap is threadedly connected to the opening of the outer urine storage and collection tube, the interior of the screw cap is hollow, and the outer wall of the outer urine storage and collection tube is provided with anti-slip texture for easy gripping by the user.

[0007] Preferably, the storage tube at the bottom of the inner urine collector is funnel-shaped and made of medical-grade transparent polypropylene material. The inner wall of the storage tube is specially hydrophilic to reduce urine residue. The test cap and the inner urine collector are connected by a sealed thread.

[0008] Preferably, the outer urine storage and collection tube has graduation lines on its front side for measuring the amount of urine sample.

[0009] Preferably, the bottom of the movable handle extends into the interior of the fixed cylinder, and the top of the movable handle is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the screw cap.

[0010] Preferably, the fixed cylinder has a slider that is slidably disposed inside, and the top of the slider is hinged to the bottom of the movable handle.

[0011] Preferably, the plurality of said elastic elements are radially expandable and contractible along the collection port of the inner urine collector, and the elastic elements are made of elastic plastic.

[0012] Compared with existing technologies, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This integrated urine specimen collector uses a two-piece design. The inner pull-out urine collection core has an adaptive diameter function, and the outer layer is equipped with a screw cap. The inner layer has a stretchable and foldable handle. The bottom 8ml storage tube has three leakage holes on one side and no holes on the other side. This improves collection efficiency, ensures specimen safety, simplifies operation, and accurately controls sample volume. When urine needs to be tested, simply unscrew the upper test cap and insert the probe through the cutout of the screw cap to perform the test, making the testing operation simpler and more accurate. The specific details are as follows:

[0013] (1) The two-piece design allows the inner urine collector to be pulled out and has a unique adaptive diameter function, which can flexibly adjust the size of the collection port according to the actual use scenario and needs, thereby improving collection efficiency and accuracy. Furthermore, the outer urine storage collection tube plays a role in protecting and further storing the urine specimen. It is equipped with a screw cap, which can effectively seal and prevent urine leakage during transportation or storage, ensuring the integrity and safety of the specimen, reducing the risk of contamination, and ensuring the reliability of the test results. Moreover, when urine needs to be tested, the user only needs to unscrew the upper test cap, without touching the screw cap, and insert the probe through the cutout of the screw cap to conduct the test, thereby avoiding shaking of the collector or urine leakage, making the test operation simpler and more accurate.

[0014] (2) The inner urine collector has an extendable handle inside, which can be pulled out to increase the grip when in use, solving the problem of the traditional collector handle being too short. After use, it can be folded to be perpendicular to the collector in the folded state, making it easy to store and carry, and greatly simplifying the operation process.

[0015] (3) By utilizing the three leakage holes on the 8ml storage tube at the bottom of the inner urine collector, when the collected urine reaches this position, the excess urine will flow out through the leakage holes until the liquid level drops to the position of the leakage holes, thereby achieving accurate collection of 8ml of urine, which directly and effectively solves the problem of sample volume control; furthermore, there are no leakage holes on the other side, considering that the collector may tilt during use, which can prevent urine from accidentally flowing out from the other side due to tilting, and ensure the accuracy of sample volume. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the separation structure of the inner urine collector and the outer urine storage and collection tube of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the outer urine storage and collection tube of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the fixed cylinder and the inner urine collector of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the separation structure of the inner urine collection core and the inner urine collector of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the movable handle and the screw cap of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the separation structure of the inspection cover and the screw cap of this utility model.

[0022] In the diagram: 1. Outer urine collection tube; 2. Inner urine collector; 3. Screw cap; 4. Storage tube; 5. Leakage hole; 6. Fixing cylinder; 7. Movable handle; 8. Elastic element; 9. Inspection cap. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0024] Please see Figures 1-6 The present invention provides the following technical solution: an integrated urine specimen collector;

[0025] Example 1: To address the problems of existing urine sample collectors, which are mostly short-handled plastic cups that are unhygienic, provide a poor user experience, lack adaptive caliber and precise quantification design, leading to low collection efficiency, inaccurate sample volume, and leakage when tilted, thus polluting the environment, the following solution is disclosed. Please refer to the following for details. Figures 1-5 As shown, the device includes an outer urine collection tube 1, an inner urine collector 2 inside the outer urine collection tube 1, and a screw cap 3 connected to the opening of the outer urine collection tube 1 for effective sealing. The outer wall of the opening of the outer urine collection tube 1 has external threads, and the lower part of the inner wall of the screw cap 3 has internal threads. The bottom of the screw cap 3 is threaded to the opening of the outer urine collection tube 1. The interior of the screw cap 3 is hollow. The outer wall of the outer urine collection tube 1 has anti-slip textures for easy gripping. Graduation lines are provided on the front of the outer urine collection tube 1. Used to measure urine sample volume; also includes: a fixed cylinder 6 fixedly connected to the left side inside the inner urine collector 2, and a movable handle 7 provided inside the fixed cylinder 6; an elastic element 8 provided at the opening of the inner urine collector 2, multiple elastic elements 8 can extend and retract radially along the collection port of the inner urine collector 2, and the elastic elements 8 are made of elastic plastic; an inspection cap 9 is connected through the inside of the screw cap 3; the storage tube 4 at the bottom of the inner urine collector 2 is funnel-shaped, and the storage tube 4 is made of medical grade transparent polypropylene material, and the inner wall of the storage tube 4 is specially hydrophilic to reduce urine residue; the inspection cap 9 and the inner urine collector 2 are connected by a sealed thread.

[0026] The user holds the outer urine collection tube 1, whose anti-slip texture ensures a stable grip. Then, the user rotates the screw cap 3 in the opposite direction, separating it from the outer urine collection tube 1. Simultaneously, the inspection cap 9 connects to and seals the inner urine collector 2, eliminating the risk of urine leakage. Because the movable handle 7 and screw cap 3 are integrated, pulling the screw cap 3 upwards causes the movable handle 7 to slide upwards inside the fixed cylinder 6. At the top of the upward movement, rotating the screw cap 3 downwards rotates the movable handle 7, making it perpendicular to the fixed cylinder 6. Then, urine collection begins. This avoids contamination issues when the inner urine collector 2 is removed for specimen collection. This eliminates the need for gloves, making it convenient to use. Furthermore, the radially expandable elastic element 8 allows for... The inner urine collector 2 features a unique adaptive aperture function, which can flexibly adjust the size of the collection port according to the actual usage scenario and needs, improving collection efficiency and accuracy. After urine collection is completed, the user rotates and tightens the screw cap 3 in the forward direction to ensure a seal and prevent urine leakage. When urine needs to be tested, the user only needs to unscrew the upper test cap 9 without touching the screw cap 3 again, and insert the probe through the cutout of the screw cap 3 to conduct the test. This avoids shaking of the collector or urine spillage, making the testing operation simpler and more accurate. The outer urine storage collection tube 1 plays the role of protecting and further storing the urine sample. It is equipped with a screw cap 3, which can effectively seal and prevent urine leakage during transportation or storage, ensuring the integrity and safety of the sample, reducing the risk of contamination, and ensuring the reliability of the test results.

[0027] Example 2: Unlike Example 1, this example utilizes a retractable handle 7 to extend the grip, thus solving the problem of excessively short handles in traditional collectors. See details... Figures 3-6 As shown, the bottom of the movable handle 7 extends into the interior of the fixed cylinder 6, and the top of the movable handle 7 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the screw cap 3. A slider is slidably arranged inside the fixed cylinder 6, and the top of the slider is hinged to the bottom of the movable handle 7.

[0028] The inner urine collector 2 has a retractable handle 7 inside. When in use, it can be pulled out to increase the grip. After being pulled out, it can be folded into a direction perpendicular to the inner urine collector 2, which solves the problem of the handle being too short in traditional collectors. After use, it can be folded into a direction perpendicular to the collector in the folded state, making it easy to store and carry, and greatly simplifying the operation process.

[0029] Example 3: Unlike Example 2, this example utilizes three leakage holes 5 to accurately collect 8ml of urine. See details below. Figure 1 , Figure 4 and Figure 5As shown, the bottom of the inner urine collector 2 is provided with a storage tube 4, and three leakage holes 5 are opened at the 8ml mark position of the storage tube 4 at the bottom of the inner urine collector 2.

[0030] By utilizing the three leakage holes 5 on the 8ml storage tube 4 at the bottom of the inner urine collector 2, excess urine will flow out through the leakage holes 5 when the collected urine reaches this position, until the liquid level drops to the position of the leakage holes 5, thereby achieving accurate collection of 8ml of urine. This directly and effectively solves the problem of sample volume control. At the same time, the collection volume of the inner core can be adjusted according to clinical needs, and there are no leakage holes 5 on the other side. Considering that the collector may tilt during use, this can prevent urine from accidentally flowing out from the other side due to tilting, ensuring the accuracy of the sample volume.

[0031] The contents not described in detail in this specification are existing technologies known to those skilled in the art.

[0032] Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. An integrated urine specimen collector, comprising an outer urine storage and collection tube (1), wherein an inner urine collector (2) is disposed inside the outer urine storage and collection tube (1), and a screw cap (3) is connected to the opening of the outer urine storage and collection tube (1) for effectively sealing the outer urine storage and collection tube (1); characterized in that, Also includes: A fixed cylinder (6) is fixedly connected to the left side inside the inner urine collector (2), and a movable handle (7) is provided inside the fixed cylinder (6). A storage tube (4) is provided at the bottom of the inner urine collector (2), and three leakage holes (5) are opened at the 8ml scale position of the storage tube (4) at the bottom of the inner urine collector (2). An elastic element (8) is provided at the opening of the inner urine collector (2), and an inspection cap (9) is connected through the inside of the screw cap (3).

2. The integrated urine specimen collector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer wall of the opening of the outer urine storage and collection tube (1) is provided with external threads, and the lower part of the inner wall of the screw cap (3) is provided with internal threads. The bottom of the screw cap (3) and the opening of the outer urine storage and collection tube (1) are connected by threads. The inside of the screw cap (3) is hollow. The outer wall of the outer urine storage and collection tube (1) is provided with anti-slip texture for easy gripping by the user.

3. The integrated urine specimen collector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage tube (4) at the bottom of the inner urine collector (2) is funnel-shaped and made of medical-grade transparent polypropylene material. The inner wall of the storage tube (4) is specially hydrophilic to reduce urine residue. The test cap (9) and the inner urine collector (2) are connected by a sealed thread.

4. The integrated urine specimen collector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer urine collection tube (1) has graduation lines on its front side for measuring the amount of urine sample.

5. The integrated urine specimen collector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the movable handle (7) extends into the interior of the fixed cylinder (6), and the top of the movable handle (7) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the screw cap (3).

6. The integrated urine specimen collector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixed cylinder (6) has a slider inside, and the top of the slider is hinged to the bottom of the movable handle (7).

7. The integrated urine specimen collector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The plurality of elastic elements (8) are radially extendable along the collection port of the inner urine collector (2), and the elastic elements (8) are made of elastic plastic.

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