Anaerobic active microbe collector

Abstract

The utility model discloses an anaerobic active microorganism collector, including first sealed box and second sealed box, the first sealed box is detachably provided with excrement transition structure, the top detachable sealing buckle of first sealed box has first sealing cover, the first sealed box for placing in second sealed box is sealed and buckled with first sealing cover, and the top detachable sealing buckle of second sealed box has second sealing cover. The anaerobic active microorganism collector, simple structure, convenient operation, can satisfy anaerobic condition, can be convenient for long -distance transport, can also collect enough specimen amount, guarantees the biological activity when specimen reaches the laboratory.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of microbial collector technology, and in particular to an anaerobic active microbial collector. Background Technology

[0002] The nutrients we ingest, the toxins we eliminate, and our ability to fight disease all hinge on the gut. The human gut absorbs 99% of nutrients, eliminates 80% of toxins, and maintains 70% of our immunity. A healthy gut microbiota aids digestion, synthesizes vitamins, and protects the gut from pathogens. When gut microbiota is imbalanced, it can lead to various health problems. Many patients with chronic diseases or those undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy experience severe disruptions to their gut flora, resulting in a decrease in beneficial bacteria and a relative increase in harmful bacteria, thus disrupting the gut microecological balance. This dysbiosis can cause indigestion, diarrhea, constipation, and other intestinal dysfunction symptoms. It can also affect nutrient absorption, weaken the body's immunity, and thus adversely affect an individual's recovery process and quality of life. Currently, fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is the most promising technique for altering the gut microbiota.

[0003] Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is defined as the transplantation of functional microbiota from the feces of healthy individuals into the gastrointestinal tract of a patient, thereby rebuilding a new gut microbiota and achieving the treatment of intestinal and extraintestinal diseases. FMT helps restore normal intestinal function by introducing healthy microbiota.

[0004] Donor selection is a crucial factor in fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT). FMT is divided into autologous fecal microbiota transplantation (aFMT) and heterologous fecal microbiota transplantation (hFMT). aFMT involves storing feces from a healthy individual as an alternative to avoid pathogenic foreign feces or related risks, and is used to restore normal gut microbiota function after dysbiosis. The safety of heterologous fecal microbiota transplantation remains a significant concern, primarily because it's impossible to detect all known and unknown pathogenic or harmful microorganisms in the donor. aFMT can mitigate the risk of infection from foreign pathogenic microorganisms, thus improving treatment safety.

[0005] All types of fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) require the collection of fecal samples or specimens. The process from collection to the isolation of probiotics typically involves lengthy and / or long-distance transportation. During this time, the specimens need to be preserved anaerobically and at low temperatures. Improper fecal preservation can severely impact the quantity and quality of the isolated and extracted live bacteria, failing to achieve the required biological activity. Therefore, ensuring proper collection and transportation of feces is crucial, as it helps guarantee the subsequent isolation and extraction of probiotics.

[0006] Current methods for collecting feces are the most primitive, using small buckets, which cannot solve the problems of anaerobic digestion and long-distance transportation, and cannot guarantee the biological activity of the specimens when they arrive at the laboratory. There is an urgent need in the market for a new active anaerobic microbial collector. Utility Model Content

[0007] The purpose of this invention is to provide an anaerobic active microorganism collector to solve the problems existing in the prior art. It is simple and convenient, can meet anaerobic conditions, facilitate long-distance transportation, and collect a sufficient amount of specimens.

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following solution: The present invention provides an anaerobic active microorganism collector, including a first sealed box and a second sealed box. The first sealed box is detachably provided with a fecal transition structure, and the top of the first sealed box is detachably sealed with a first sealed cover. The first sealed box with the first sealed cover is used to be placed inside the second sealed box, and the top of the second sealed box is detachably sealed with a second sealed cover.

[0009] In one embodiment, the fecal transition structure is an inclined plate-like structure, with the bottom edge of the fecal transition structure located on the bottom inner wall of the first sealing box, and the top edge of the fecal transition structure extending outward from the outside of the first sealing box.

[0010] In one embodiment, a sealing bag is also included, and a first sealing box with the first sealing cap sealed to it is placed inside the sealing bag along with the deoxidizer, and the sealing bag is placed inside the second sealing box.

[0011] In one embodiment, an insulated bag is placed inside the second sealed box in the gap between the first and second sealed boxes.

[0012] In one embodiment, an insulating bag is also provided on the outside of the second sealed box.

[0013] In one embodiment, the first sealing box and the second sealing box are detachably connected. The bottom of the first sealing box is provided with a fixing post, and the bottom of the second sealing box is provided with a fixing groove corresponding to the fixing post. The fixing post is detachably inserted into the fixing groove.

[0014] In one embodiment, the first sealing box is provided with a toilet fixing structure, which includes a toilet fixing strap and a box cover fixing edge. The box cover fixing edges are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the first sealing box, and the box cover fixing edges are detachably installed on the toilet seat through the toilet fixing strap.

[0015] In one embodiment, a lid fixing groove is provided at the bottom of the lid fixing edge, and a protrusion is provided on the toilet fixing strap at a position corresponding to the two lid fixing grooves. The two lid fixing grooves are detachably assembled at the protrusions, and the two ends of the toilet fixing strap are wrapped around the toilet seat once and then fixed by Velcro.

[0016] In one embodiment, the bottom of the second sealing cap is provided with a deoxidizer fixing groove, which is used to fix the deoxidizer.

[0017] In one embodiment, the opening of the deoxidizer fixing tank is provided with a breathable membrane or a breathable fixing cover.

[0018] The present invention achieves the following beneficial technical effects compared to the prior art:

[0019] The anaerobic active microorganism collector of this invention includes a first sealed box and a second sealed box. The first sealed box has a detachable fecal transition structure, and a first sealed cover is detachably and securely fastened to its top. The first sealed box, with the first sealed cover fastened, is placed inside the second sealed box, and a second sealed cover is detachably and securely fastened to its top. This anaerobic active microorganism collector has a simple structure and is easy to operate. It meets anaerobic conditions, is suitable for long-distance transportation, and can collect sufficient sample volume to ensure the biological activity of the sample upon arrival at the laboratory. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in 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.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first sealed box;

[0022] Figure 2 The method of setting up the fecal transition structure;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the second sealed box.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a diagram showing the state of the first sealed box being placed inside the second sealed box.

[0025] Figure 5 A top view of the first sealed box after it has been placed inside the second sealed box;

[0026] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Sectional view along line AA in the middle;

[0027] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the components of a toilet's fixing structure;

[0028] Figure 8 for Figure 6 Enlarged view of point B in the image;

[0029] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the bottom structure of the second sealing cap;

[0030] The components include: 1. First sealing box; 2. First sealing cover; 3. Fecal transition structure; 4. Second sealing box; 5. Second sealing cover; 6. Box cover fixing edge; 7. Fixing post; 8. Fixing groove; 9. Velcro; 10. Toilet fixing strap; 11. Protrusion; 12. Fixing ring; 13. Box cover fixing groove; 14. Deoxidizer fixing groove; 15. Box cover sealing groove. Detailed Implementation

[0031] 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.

[0032] The purpose of this invention is to provide an anaerobic active microorganism collector to solve the problems existing in the prior art. It is simple and convenient, can meet anaerobic conditions, facilitate long-distance transportation, and collect a sufficient amount of specimens.

[0033] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0034] like Figures 1-9As shown, this utility model provides an anaerobic active microbial collector, which mainly protects the activity of lactic acid bacteria and bifidobacteria in the specimen. Lactic acid bacteria are mostly facultative anaerobes, capable of tolerating short periods of low oxygen, and grow better in anaerobic environments; their main survival conditions are anoxic or hypoxic environments. Bifidobacteria are strict anaerobes; exposure to oxygen inhibits their growth and may even cause death. During sampling and transportation before isolating lactic acid bacteria and bifidobacteria, the samples need to be stored in a preservative to ensure a special environment where they cannot grow, reproduce, or die. The overall preservation conditions are as follows:

[0035] Temperature: The temperature needs to be kept at around 4℃, and preferably not exceed 20℃.

[0036] Oxygen: Anaerobic or hypoxic.

[0037] At the same time, avoid pollution.

[0038] The technical solution of this utility model is designed based on the above content, and the specific technical solution is as follows:

[0039] The anaerobic active microorganism collector includes a first sealed box 1 and a second sealed box 4. The first sealed box 1 is detachably provided with a fecal transition structure 3, and the top of the first sealed box 1 is detachably sealed with a first sealed cover 2. The first sealed box 1, which is sealed with the first sealed cover 2, is used to be placed inside the second sealed box 4, and the top of the second sealed box 4 is detachably sealed with a second sealed cover 5.

[0040] In one embodiment, such as Figure 2 As shown, the fecal transition structure 3 is an inclined plate-like structure. The bottom edge of the fecal transition structure 3 is located on the bottom inner wall of the first sealed box 1, and the top edge of the fecal transition structure 3 extends outward from the outside of the first sealed box 1. The first sealed box 1 contains a protective liquid. Feces are transferred from the human body to the box body of the first sealed box 1 through the fecal transition structure 3 (disposable cardboard or other similar alternative structures are acceptable), and then the fecal transition structure 3 is discarded.

[0041] In one embodiment, a sealing bag is also included. A first sealing box 1, sealed with a first sealing cap 2, is placed inside the sealing bag along with the oxygen absorber. The sealing bag is then placed inside a second sealing box 4. The first sealing box 1 and the oxygen absorber are placed together in the sealing bag. The oxygen absorber reduces the oxygen concentration inside the sealing bag, maintaining an anaerobic environment with a small amount of oxygen in the fecal sample in the first sealing box 1.

[0042] In one embodiment, an insulated bag (using an ice pack) is placed inside the second sealed box 4 in the gap between the first sealed box 1 and the second sealed box 4. The insulated bag can maintain the temperature of the first sealed box 1 and keep the fecal sample in the first sealed box 1 at a constant temperature during transportation.

[0043] In one embodiment, the outer side of the second sealed box 4 is also covered with an insulated bag (similar to the insulated bag used for takeout) to further achieve the effect of heat preservation; that is, it is finally packaged again with a sealed insulated bag for easy mailing and transportation.

[0044] In one embodiment, such as Figures 5-6 As shown, the first sealing box 1 and the second sealing box 4 are detachably connected. A fixing post 7 is provided at the bottom of the first sealing box 1, and a fixing groove 8 is provided at the bottom of the second sealing box 4 corresponding to the fixing post 7. The fixing post 7 is detachably inserted into the fixing groove 8, thus fixing the first sealing box 1 to the second sealing box 4 and facilitating disassembly. Furthermore, the fixing post 7 and the fixing groove 8 work together to create a certain gap or space between the bottom of the first sealing box 1 and the bottom of the second sealing box 4, i.e., an insulating cavity, giving the first sealing box 1 better heat insulation performance.

[0045] In one embodiment, such as Figures 7-8 As shown, to facilitate fecal sampling by the operator, a toilet fixing structure is provided as a preferred structure. The first sealing box 1 is fixed to the toilet seat through the toilet fixing structure, which facilitates fecal sampling by the operator. The specific structure is as follows: The first sealing box 1 is provided with a toilet fixing structure, which includes a toilet fixing strap 10 and a box cover fixing edge 6. The box cover fixing edges 6 are symmetrically arranged on both sides or circumferentially arranged on both sides of the first sealing box 1. The box cover fixing edges 6 are detachably installed on the toilet seat through the toilet fixing strap 10.

[0046] In one embodiment, a lid fixing groove 13 is provided at the bottom of the lid fixing edge 6, and a protrusion 11 is provided on the toilet fixing strap 10 at a position corresponding to the two lid fixing grooves 13. The two lid fixing grooves 13 are detachably assembled at the protrusions 11. Figure 7 As shown, a fixing ring 12 can also be pre-set in the middle of the toilet fixing band 10. The inner ring of the fixing ring 12 has a protrusion 11. The bottom of the circumferentially arranged lid fixing edge 6 has a lid fixing groove 13 that fits into the protrusion 11 of the fixing ring 12. The two ends of the toilet fixing band 10 are wrapped around the toilet seat and then fixed by Velcro 9. The first sealing box 1 is connected to the toilet fixing structure by the fixing protrusion on the toilet fixing structure cooperating with the lid fixing groove 13. Then, it is fixed to the toilet seat by the toilet fixing band 10. After sampling, the Velcro 9 is unfastened, the toilet fixing band 10 is lifted, and the first sealing cover 2 of the first sealing box 1 is closed.

[0047] In one embodiment, the bottom of the second sealing cover 5 is provided with a deoxidizer fixing groove 14, which is used to fix the deoxidizer. The opening of the deoxidizer fixing groove 14 is provided with a breathable membrane or a breathable fixing cover. The bottom of the second sealing cover 5 is provided with a box cover sealing groove 15, which has a sealing ring inside, so as to tightly fasten the first sealing box 1 and the first sealing cover 2.

[0048] In addition, commercially available oxygen and temperature sensors can be added to the second sealed box 4. The second sealed box 4 is equipped with a display screen to display the data from the oxygen and temperature sensors, which facilitates real-time monitoring of oxygen and temperature data inside the sealed box. The oxygen sensor, temperature sensor, display screen, and their connection and data feedback are all mature solutions in the prior art, and will not be described in detail here.

[0049] It should be noted that, for those skilled in the art, it is obvious that this utility model is not limited to the details of the above exemplary embodiments, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of this utility model. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered exemplary and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this utility model is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Therefore, all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims are intended to be included within this utility model, and no reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0050] This utility model uses specific examples to illustrate its principles and implementation methods. The above description of the embodiments is only for the purpose of helping to understand the method and core idea of ​​this utility model. At the same time, for those skilled in the art, there will be changes in the specific implementation methods and application scope based on the idea of ​​this utility model. In summary, the content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

Claims

1. An anaerobic active microbe harvester, characterized by: It includes a first sealing box and a second sealing box. The first sealing box is detachably provided with a fecal transition structure, and the top of the first sealing box is detachably sealed with a first sealing cover. A first sealing box, which is sealed with the first sealing cover, is used to be placed inside a second sealing box, and the top of the second sealing box is detachably sealed with the second sealing cover.

2. The anaerobic, active microbe harvester of claim 1, wherein: The fecal transition structure is an inclined plate-shaped structure, with its bottom edge located on the bottom inner wall of the first sealing box and its top edge extending outward from the outside of the first sealing box.

3. The anaerobic active microbe harvester of claim 1, wherein: It also includes a sealed bag, a first sealed box with the first sealed cap sealed together and the deoxidizer are placed in the sealed bag, and the sealed bag is placed in the second sealed box.

4. The anaerobic, active microbe harvester of claim 1, wherein: Inside the second sealed box, in the gap between the first and second sealed boxes, there is also an insulated bag.

5. The anaerobic active microorganism collector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second sealed box is also covered with an insulating bag.

6. The anaerobic active microorganism collector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first sealing box and the second sealing box are detachably connected. The bottom of the first sealing box is provided with a fixing post, and the bottom of the second sealing box is provided with a fixing groove corresponding to the fixing post. The fixing post is detachably inserted into the fixing groove.

7. The anaerobic active microorganism collector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first sealing box is provided with a toilet fixing structure, which includes a toilet fixing strap and a box cover fixing edge. The box cover fixing edge is symmetrically arranged on both sides of the first sealing box, and the box cover fixing edge is detachably installed on the toilet seat through the toilet fixing strap.

8. The anaerobic active microorganism collector according to claim 7, characterized in that: The bottom of the lid fixing edge is provided with a lid fixing groove, and the toilet fixing strap is provided with a protrusion at the position corresponding to the two lid fixing grooves. The two lid fixing grooves are respectively detachably assembled at the protrusions. The two ends of the toilet fixing strap are wrapped around the toilet seat and then fixed by Velcro.

9. The anaerobic active microorganism collector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the second sealing cap is provided with a deoxidizer fixing groove, which is used to fix the deoxidizer.

10. The anaerobic active microorganism collector according to claim 9, characterized in that: The opening of the deoxidizer fixing tank is provided with a breathable membrane or a breathable fixing cover.

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