Apparatus and method for generating multiple light sources for urine testing

Abstract

The present invention relates to a multi-light source generating device and method for urine testing. A multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to the present invention may include a communication unit, a light-emitting unit comprising a plurality of light-emitting element groups, and a processor electrically connected to the communication unit and the light-emitting unit. The processor may receive a signal from a mobile terminal via the communication unit to operate the multi-light source generating device for urine testing, and may operate the multi-light source generating device for urine testing based on the received signal. Additionally, the processor may cause the plurality of light-emitting element groups disposed on the upper surface of the multi-light source generating device for urine testing to emit light based on the operation of the multi-light source generating device for urine testing.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a multi-light source generating device and method for urine testing. Background Technology

[0002] Generally, various diseases can be detected through urine. To diagnose these various diseases, the user places a urine-soaked test strip on a urine testing device to visually determine the presence of the disease.

[0003] These urine tests provide insight into the condition of systemic diseases such as diabetes mellitus. Additionally, costs can be reduced by using test strips or dipsticks for urine testing.

[0004] However, when performing a urine test visually, if light acts as interference, errors may occur in reading the test strip.

[0005] Therefore, there is a need to reduce errors when examining sample papers using a urine test device. The problem to be solved

[0006] Conventionally, since the sample paper on the urine test device was judged visually, it was difficult to make an accurate judgment when light interference occurred.

[0007] Accordingly, the present invention provides a multi-light source generating device and method for urine testing that prevents light interference when analyzing a test strip for urine testing.

[0008] In addition, the present invention provides a multi-light source generating device and method for urine testing comprising a plurality of light-emitting element groups that output a light source.

[0009] In addition, the present invention provides a portable terminal that performs a urine test through an application.

[0010] The objects of the present invention are not limited to those mentioned above, and other unmentioned objects and advantages of the present invention may be understood from the following description and will be more clearly understood by the embodiments of the present invention. Furthermore, it will be readily apparent that the objects and advantages of the present invention can be realized by the means and combinations thereof set forth in the claims. means of solving the problem

[0011] To achieve this objective, a multi-light source generator for urine testing according to the present invention may include a communication unit, a light-emitting unit comprising a plurality of light-emitting element groups, and a processor electrically connected to the communication unit and the light-emitting unit. The processor may receive a signal from a mobile terminal via the communication unit to operate the multi-light source generator for urine testing, and may operate the multi-light source generator for urine testing based on the received signal. Additionally, the processor may cause the plurality of light-emitting element groups disposed on the upper surface of the multi-light source generator for urine testing to emit light based on the operation of the multi-light source generator for urine testing.

[0012] In addition, the method of a multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to the present invention may include the steps of: receiving a signal to operate the multi-light source generating device for urine testing from a mobile terminal through a communication unit of the multi-light source generating device for urine testing; operating the multi-light source generating device for urine testing based on the received signal; and emitting light from the plurality of light-emitting element groups disposed on the upper surface of the multi-light source generating device for urine testing based on the operation of the multi-light source generating device for urine testing. Effects of the invention

[0013] The present invention can remotely control a multi-light source generator for urine testing by receiving a signal from a mobile terminal to operate the multi-light source generator for urine testing.

[0014] In addition, the present invention can prevent light interference by operating the multi-light source generator for urine testing based on the signal, and by causing a plurality of light-emitting element groups of the multi-light source generator for urine testing to emit light based on the operation of the multi-light source generator for urine testing.

[0015] In addition, the present invention can provide a light source of uniform intensity to a colorimetric table by arranging each of a plurality of light-emitting element groups at the edge of the colorimetric table on the upper surface of a multi-light source generating device for urine testing.

[0016] In addition, the present invention can prevent light interference over a wider range by vertically arranging each of the light-emitting element groups among the plurality of light-emitting element groups at a certain distance from the edge of the color chart on the upper surface of the multi-light source generating device for urine testing.

[0017] In addition, the present invention can output various colors by including a red light-emitting element, a green light-emitting element, and a blue light-emitting element in each group of light-emitting elements, or by including a first white light-emitting element, an orange light-emitting element, and a second white light-emitting element.

[0018] In addition, the present invention can provide diversity of light sources by arranging groups of light-emitting elements having different colors at adjacent locations.

[0019] In addition, the present invention enables more accurate measurement of urine tests through a mobile terminal by emitting multiple groups of light-emitting elements for a preset time to prevent interference with external light.

[0020] In addition, the present invention outputs a warning sound through a speaker to indicate that the time set for urine testing has elapsed, thereby allowing the examiner to be aware of it.

[0021] In addition to the effects described above, the specific effects of the present invention are described together with the specific details for implementing the invention below. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0022] FIG. 1 is an exemplary diagram showing a urine test system according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a block diagram of a multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing the operation of a multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 4 is an exemplary diagram of a multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 5 is an exemplary diagram showing a plurality of light-emitting element groups arranged in a multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 6 is an exemplary diagram showing the state of detaching the tray in a multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing the operation of a portable terminal linked with a multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 8 is an example diagram of testing urine through an application installed on a mobile terminal according to one embodiment of the present invention. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0023] The aforementioned objectives, features, and advantages are described in detail below with reference to the attached drawings, thereby enabling those skilled in the art to easily implement the technical concept of the present invention. In describing the present invention, detailed descriptions of known technologies related to the present invention are omitted if it is determined that such descriptions would unnecessarily obscure the essence of the invention. Hereinafter, preferred embodiments according to the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings. In the drawings, the same reference numerals are used to indicate the same or similar components.

[0024] Although terms such as "first," "second," etc., are used to describe various components, it goes without saying that these components are not limited by these terms. These terms are used merely to distinguish one component from another, and unless specifically stated otherwise, the first component may also be the second component.

[0025] In the following, the statement that any configuration is placed on the "upper (or lower)" of a component or on the "upper (or lower)" of a component may mean not only that any configuration is placed in contact with the upper (or lower) surface of said component, but also that another configuration may be interposed between said component and any configuration placed on (or below) said component.

[0026] In addition, where it is stated that one component is "connected," "combined," or "connected" to another component, it should be understood that while the components may be directly connected or connected to each other, another component may be "interposed" between each component, or each component may be "connected," "combined," or "connected" through another component.

[0027] Throughout the specification, unless specifically stated otherwise, each component may be singular or plural.

[0028] Singular expressions used in this specification include plural expressions unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In this application, terms such as "composed of" or "comprising" should not be interpreted as necessarily including all of the various components or steps described in the specification, and should be interpreted as meaning that some of the components or steps may be omitted or additional components or steps may be included.

[0029] Throughout the specification, "A and / or B" means A, B, or A and B unless specifically stated otherwise, and "C to D" means C or more and D or less, unless specifically stated otherwise.

[0030] Hereinafter, a multi-light source generating device and method for urine testing according to several embodiments of the present invention will be described.

[0031] FIG. 1 is an exemplary diagram showing a urine test system according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] Referring to FIG. 1, a urine test system (100) according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing, a mobile terminal (130), and a network (120) that provides communication (e.g., Bluetooth, wireless LAN, WiFi, etc.) between the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing and the mobile terminal (130).

[0033] According to one embodiment, the multi-light source generator (110) for urine testing may receive a signal from a mobile terminal (130) via a network (120) to operate the multi-light source generator for urine testing. Then, the multi-light source generator (110) for urine testing may operate the multi-light source generator (110) for urine testing based on the received signal, and based on the operation of the multi-light source generator (110) for urine testing, may cause a plurality of light-emitting element groups disposed on the upper surface of the multi-light source generator (110) for urine testing to emit light.

[0034] According to one embodiment, the mobile terminal (130) can execute an application for a urine test and activate a camera to obtain an image of the color chart of the multi-light source generating device (110) for the urine test. Then, the mobile terminal (130) can perform a urine test based on the image obtained through the executed application.

[0036] FIG. 2 is a block diagram of a multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0037] Referring to FIG. 2, a multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a storage unit (210), a tray (220), a communication unit (230), a display unit (240), a speaker (250), an input unit (260), a light-emitting unit (270), and a processor (280).

[0038] The configuration of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing shown in FIG. 2 is according to one embodiment, and the components of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing are not limited to the embodiment shown in FIG. 2, and some components may be added, changed, or deleted as needed.

[0039] According to one embodiment, the storage unit (210) may include volatile memory or non-volatile memory. For example, the storage unit (210) may store information, data, programs, etc. necessary for the operation of a multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing. Accordingly, the processor (280) may perform the control operation described below by referring to the information stored in the storage unit (210). The storage unit (210) may also store various platforms. The storage unit (210) may include at least one type of storage medium among, for example, a flash memory type, a hard disk type, a multimedia card micro type, a card type memory (e.g., SD or XD memory, etc.), RAM, ROM (EEPROM, etc.), and a USB memory.

[0040] According to one embodiment, the storage unit (210) can store various data (e.g., software, application, acquired information, measured information, control signal, etc.) and related instructions that are acquired or used by at least one component (e.g., communication unit (230), display unit (240), speaker (250), input unit (260), light-emitting unit (270), and processor (280)) of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing.

[0041] According to one embodiment, the tray (220) may be formed on the outer surface of a multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing, and may have a test paper (e.g., a strip) for urine testing placed on it. The length and width of the tray (220) may be formed to correspond to the length and width of the test paper (e.g., a strip) for urine testing.

[0042] For example, the tray (220) can be attached / detached to a multi-light source generator (110) for urine testing for cleaning.

[0043] According to one embodiment, the communication unit (230) may receive at least one signal from a mobile terminal (130) on which an application for urine testing is installed. The signal may include a signal that controls the overall operation of a multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing.

[0044] For example, the communication unit (230) may include at least one circuit capable of transmitting and receiving at least one signal or information to and from the mobile terminal (130) via wired communication or wireless communication.

[0045] According to one embodiment, the display unit (240) may display various information (e.g., multimedia data or text data, etc.). The display unit (240) may display results that have been processed, are being processed, or will be processed by the processor (280). The display unit (240) may include a control circuit that displays such various information.

[0046] According to one embodiment, the display unit (240) may include a touch circuitry that detects a touch, or a pressure sensor that can measure the intensity of the pressure for the touch.

[0047] According to one embodiment, the speaker (250) can output a guidance message, a warning sound, etc. for a urine test to the outside under the control of the processor (280).

[0048] According to one embodiment, the input unit (260) can receive input from a user and provide the input to a processor (280). To this end, the input unit (260) may include a physical operating member such as a switch or a button, or an electrical operating member such as a touch key, a touch pad, or a touch screen.

[0049] Alternatively, the input unit (260) may be placed on the upper surface of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing.

[0050] According to one embodiment, the light-emitting unit (270) may include a plurality of light-emitting element groups. Each of the plurality of light-emitting element groups may be placed at the edge of a color chart on the upper surface of a multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing.

[0051] For example, each of the plurality of light-emitting element groups may be arranged vertically at a certain distance from the edge of the color chart on the upper surface of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing. And, each of the light-emitting element groups may include three light-emitting elements.

[0052] According to one embodiment, each group of light-emitting elements (e.g., a first group of light-emitting elements) may include a red light-emitting element, a green light-emitting element, and a blue light-emitting element arranged vertically at the edge of a colorimetric table on the upper surface of a multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing.

[0053] Alternatively, each group of light-emitting elements (e.g., a second group of light-emitting elements) may include a first white light-emitting element, an orange light-emitting element, and a second white light-emitting element.

[0054] According to one embodiment, a first group of light-emitting elements including the red light-emitting element, the green light-emitting element, and the blue light-emitting element, and a second group of light-emitting elements including the first white light-emitting element, the orange light-emitting element, and the second white light-emitting element may be arranged in an intersecting vertical direction at the border of the color chart on the upper surface of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing.

[0055] According to one embodiment, each group of light-emitting elements may emit light for a preset time (e.g., a time set by a user) under the control of the processor (280) to prevent interference with external light. For example, the preset time may be increased or decreased in increments of 30 seconds.

[0056] According to one embodiment, the processor (280) can control at least one component (e.g., storage unit (210), communication unit (230), display unit (240), speaker (250), input unit (260), and light-emitting unit (270)) connected to the processor (280) by running software related to a urine test based on wired or wireless communication.

[0057] And, the processor (280) can perform various data processing and operations based on the wired communication or the wireless communication.

[0058] According to one embodiment, the processor (260) can load commands or data received from the storage unit (210), communication unit (230), display unit (240), speaker (250), input unit (260), and light-emitting unit (270) into the storage unit (210) for processing, and store the processed data in the storage unit (210).

[0059] Alternatively, the processor (280) may display the processed data related to the urine test through the display unit (240) or output it through the speaker (250).

[0060] According to one embodiment, the processor (260) can obtain a signal to operate a multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing from a mobile terminal (130) through the communication unit (230).

[0061] According to one embodiment, the processor (260) can operate the multi-light source generator (110) for urine testing based on the received signal. For example, when the multi-light source generator (110) for urine testing is in an OFF mode and the signal is received through the communication unit (230), the processor (260) can switch the multi-light source generator (110) for urine testing to an ON mode based on the received signal.

[0062] According to one embodiment, the processor (260) can emit light from a plurality of light-emitting element groups disposed on the upper surface of the urine test multi-light source generator (110) based on the operation (e.g., on mode) of the urine test multi-light source generator (110).

[0063] According to one embodiment, each of the plurality of light-emitting element groups may be placed on the edge of a color chart (e.g., the side of the color chart placed on the upper surface) of the upper surface (e.g., the front) of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing.

[0064] For example, the plurality of light-emitting element groups (e.g., 12 element groups) may be placed on the sides (e.g., upper side and left side) of the border of the color chart (e.g., side of the color chart placed on the upper surface) of the upper surface (e.g., front) of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing.

[0065] According to one embodiment, each of the plurality of light-emitting element groups may be vertically arranged at a certain distance (e.g., 5 mm) from the edge of the color chart on the upper surface of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing. And, each of the light-emitting element groups may include three light-emitting elements.

[0066] For example, each of the above light-emitting element groups may include a red light-emitting element, a green light-emitting element, and a blue light-emitting element arranged vertically at the border of the color chart on the upper surface of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing.

[0067] Alternatively, each of the above light-emitting element groups may include a first white light-emitting element, an orange light-emitting element, and a second white light-emitting element.

[0068] For example, a first group of light-emitting elements including the red light-emitting element, the green light-emitting element, and the blue light-emitting element, and a second group of light-emitting elements including the first white light-emitting element, the orange light-emitting element, and the second white light-emitting element may be arranged at an intersection along the border of the color chart on the upper surface of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing.

[0069] According to one embodiment, the processor (280) can emit light from each of the groups of light-emitting elements arranged on the border of the color chart on the upper surface of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing.

[0070] For example, the processor (280) can cause the plurality of light-emitting element groups to emit light for a preset time to prevent interference with external light. The preset time can be variably adjusted.

[0071] For example, the above-mentioned preset time can be set to 60 seconds. Subsequently, based on user input, the above-mentioned preset time can be increased or decreased in increments of a set time (e.g., 30 seconds).

[0072] According to one embodiment, the processor (280) can periodically output a warning sound through a speaker (250) to indicate that the preset time has elapsed. The processor (280) can adjust the output cycle of the warning sound as the preset time elapses.

[0073] For example, if the preset time is 60 seconds, the processor (280) can sound a warning sound (e.g., beep beep beep) from the start time (e.g., 1 second) and sound a warning sound (e.g., beep) once every second starting from 5 seconds before the preset time. Then, when 60 seconds have passed, the processor (280) repeats the warning sound (e.g., beep beep) 5 times to indicate the measurement time. For example, if 30 seconds have passed after the preset time (60 seconds), the processor (280) can sound a warning sound (e.g., beep beep beep beep) and turn off a plurality of light-emitting element groups.

[0074] FIG. 3 is a flowchart illustrating the operation of a multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 4 is an exemplary diagram of a multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 5 is an exemplary diagram showing a plurality of light-emitting element groups arranged in a multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 6 is an exemplary diagram showing the state of removing a tray from a multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0075] Hereinafter, with reference to FIGS. 3, 4, 5, and 6, the operation of a multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to one embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail as follows.

[0076] According to one embodiment, a multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing (e.g., a processor (280)) can identify whether an operation signal is received (S310). The processor (280) can receive at least one signal from a portable terminal (130) on which an application for urine testing is installed. The signal may include a signal that controls the overall operation of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing.

[0077] According to one embodiment, the processor (280) can activate the urine test device based on the received operation signal (S312). When the signal is received, the processor (280) can switch the multi-light source generator (110) for urine testing to a mode for urine testing.

[0078] For example, when the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing is in an OFF mode and a signal is received through the communication unit (230), the processor (280) can control the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing to switch to a mode for urine testing based on the received signal.

[0079] According to one embodiment, the processor (280) can emit light from a plurality of light-emitting elements formed on the border of the color chart of the urine test device for a preset time (S314). The processor (280) can emit light from a plurality of light-emitting element groups disposed on the upper surface of the urine test multi-light source generator (110) based on the operation (e.g., ON mode) of the urine test multi-light source generator (110).

[0080] Each of the above plurality of light-emitting element groups can be placed on the edge of a color chart (e.g., the side of the color chart placed on the upper surface) of the upper surface (e.g., the front) of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing.

[0081] For example, the plurality of light-emitting element groups (e.g., 12 element groups) may be placed on the sides (e.g., upper side and left side) of the border of the color chart (e.g., side of the color chart placed on the upper surface) of the upper surface (e.g., front) of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing.

[0082] Referring to FIG. 4, a display unit (240) and an input unit (260) may be arranged on a part of the front (e.g., left) of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing.

[0083] For example, the display unit (240) may be positioned on the upper left side of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing, and the input unit (260) may be positioned on the lower side of the display unit (240).

[0084] According to one embodiment, the display unit (240) may display various information regarding the operating status of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing. For example, the display unit (240) may include information indicating whether a test paper with urine on it is placed in front of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing, information indicating the current time or a preset time, information indicating the battery status of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing, and time information for a timer.

[0085] Additionally, the input unit (260) may include a power button (410) of the multi-light source generator (110) for urine testing, a menu button (e.g., a mode button) (420), an up button (431) for increasing a preset time, a down button (432) for decreasing a preset time, and an enter button (440) for operating the multi-light source generator (110) for urine testing based on a command input through the input unit (260).

[0086] According to one embodiment, a color chart (460) may be placed on a part of the front (e.g., center) of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing. The color chart may be composed of various colors that can analyze various diseases of the user based on the color change of the test paper on which urine is applied.

[0087] For example, user conditions detectable through urine may include occult blood, bilirubin, urobilinogen, ketones, protein, nitrite, glucose, pH, specific gravity, leukocytes, vitamin C (ascorbic acid), etc.

[0088] Occult blood is a condition in which a small amount of blood is mixed in the urine, which can indicate whether there is a disease in the kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra, etc.

[0089] Bilirubin is a bile pigment produced when red blood cells are broken down in the liver, and it can be used to detect diseases such as gallstones and liver problems.

[0090] Urobilinogen is the form in which bilirubin is broken down by bacteria in the intestines, and when examined together with bilirubin, it can indicate the presence of diseases such as gallstones and liver problems.

[0091] Ketones are substances produced in the liver as fat is broken down, and they can indicate whether there are diseases such as diabetes or thyroid disorders.

[0092] Since protein is not detected in urine under normal conditions, this can be used to determine whether there are diseases such as kidney problems or diabetes.

[0093] Nitrite shows a positive reaction in the event of a bacterial infection, and can indicate the presence of diseases such as urinary tract infections and pyelonephritis.

[0094] When healthy, glucose is reabsorbed by the kidneys and does not appear in the urine. However, since sugar is excreted in the urine when blood sugar levels exceed a certain limit, this is the most basic criterion for determining whether or not a person has diabetes.

[0095] pH is a test that determines whether urine is acidic or alkaline, and depending on the acidity of the urine, it is possible to identify whether there is a disease.

[0096] Specific gravity tests the kidney's function of regulating water and is primarily used to check for the presence of kidney disease.

[0097] Since leukocytes appear when there is inflammation, they can primarily be used to check for urinary tract infections along with the nitrite reaction.

[0098] Since Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid) can affect other tests, it is tested together to ensure an accurate diagnosis.

[0099] According to one embodiment, a tray (220) may be placed in the center of the color chart (460) of the multi-light source generator (110) for urine testing. The tray (220) is detachable from the multi-light source generator (110) for urine testing. Additionally, a test paper (480) with urine on it may be placed on the front of the tray (220).

[0100] According to one embodiment, a plurality of light-emitting element groups (450) may be arranged on the border (e.g., top border, left border) of a color chart (460) placed on a part of the front (e.g., center) of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing.

[0101] Referring to FIG. 5, each group of light-emitting elements (450) may be vertically arranged at a certain distance from the edge of the colorimetric table (460) on the upper surface of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing. For example, each group of light-emitting elements (450) may include three light-emitting elements (511, 512, 513). The three light-emitting elements (511, 512, 513) may be vertically arranged.

[0102] According to one embodiment, the light-emitting element group (450) may include a red light-emitting element (511), a green light-emitting element (512), and a blue light-emitting element (513) arranged vertically at the edge of the color chart (460) on the upper surface of the multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing. Additionally, another light-emitting element group adjacent to the left (or right) of the light-emitting element group (450) may include a first white light-emitting element (514), an orange light-emitting element (515), and a second white light-emitting element (516).

[0103] For example, a first group of light-emitting elements including the red light-emitting element (511), the green light-emitting element (512), and the blue light-emitting element (513) and a second group of light-emitting elements including the first white light-emitting element (514), the orange light-emitting element (515), and the second white light-emitting element (516) may be arranged alternately.

[0104] For example, each of the multiple light-emitting element groups can be arranged as shown in [Table 1] below.

[0105] order 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 color Red, green, blue White white Red, green, blue White white Red, green, blue White white Red, green, blue White white Red, green, blue White white Red, green, blue White white

[0106] As shown in [Table 1] above, the first group of light-emitting elements has a red light-emitting element, a green light-emitting element, and a blue light-emitting element. Then, a second group of light-emitting elements having a white light-emitting element, an orange light-emitting element, and a white light-emitting element is disposed at a location adjacent to the first group of light-emitting elements. Likewise, a third group of light-emitting elements having a red light-emitting element, a green light-emitting element, and a blue light-emitting element is disposed at a location adjacent to the second group of light-emitting elements.

[0107] In this way, groups of light-emitting elements having different light-emitting elements are arranged in an alternating manner.

[0108] Referring to FIG. 6, a tray (220) may be placed in the center of a color chart (460) placed on the upper surface of the multi-light source generator (110) for urine testing. When the urine test is completed, the tray (220) may be pulled downward (610) to wash the tray (220), thereby separating the tray (220) from the multi-light source generator (110) for urine testing.

[0109] FIG. 7 is a flowchart illustrating the operation of a mobile terminal linked with a multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 8 is an example diagram illustrating urine testing through an application installed on a mobile terminal according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0110] Hereinafter, with reference to FIGS. 7 and 8, the operation of a portable terminal linked with a multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to one embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail as follows.

[0111] According to one embodiment, a mobile terminal (130) can run an application for a urine test (S710). The mobile terminal (130) can run an application for performing a urine test under the control of a processor (not shown). The application can analyze urine by comparing the color of a test strip included in an image obtained from a camera (not shown) with the color of a colorimetric chart.

[0112] According to one embodiment, the mobile terminal (130) can identify whether a start command is entered (S712). The mobile terminal (130) can identify whether a command to start a urine test is entered through the application while the application is running.

[0113] According to one embodiment, the mobile terminal (130) can activate the camera to obtain an image of the color chart of the multi-light source generator for urine testing (S714). The mobile terminal (130) can activate the camera when a command to start a urine test is entered through the application. Then, the mobile terminal (130) can obtain an image of the multi-light source generator for urine testing (110) through the activated camera. The image may include a color chart (460) placed in front of the multi-light source generator for urine testing (110) and a test paper (480) placed in the center of the color chart (e.g., the center of a plurality of light-emitting element groups). The light source output from the plurality of light-emitting element groups is transmitted horizontally to the color chart (460).

[0114] According to one embodiment, the mobile terminal (130) can identify a color among the colors of the color chart that corresponds to the discoloration of the test paper in the acquired image (S716). The mobile terminal (130) can identify the location of the sample paper having a color that matches (or is similar to) the color discolored by urine on the test paper (480) through the application.

[0115] According to one embodiment, the mobile terminal (130) can determine whether there is a disease in the urine by obtaining a reference value based on the identified color (S718). The mobile terminal (130) can obtain a reference value (e.g., an identifier) ​​for the location of a sample paper having a color that matches (or is similar to) the color discolored by the urine. Then, the mobile terminal (130) can determine whether there is a disease in the urine based on the identifier according to the location of the sample paper.

[0116] According to one embodiment, the mobile terminal (130) can display the judgment result through an application (S720). The mobile terminal (130) can display the result of determining whether there is a disease in the urine through the application based on the reference value of a sample sheet of a color chart (400) having the same color as a sample sheet (e.g., a sample sheet having a color that matches the color of the test sheet (480)) that indicates the condition for each disease in the test sheet (480).

[0117] Referring to FIG. 8, a mobile terminal (130) can run an application (800) capable of testing urine. The application (800) can acquire an image of a color chart (460) placed on a multi-light source generating device (110) for urine testing and a test paper (480) placed in the center of the color chart (460) through a camera (not shown) of the mobile terminal (130).

[0118] And, the mobile terminal (130) can identify sample sheets (821, 831, 841) that are identical or similar in color to the sample sheets (820, 830, 840) of the test sheet (480). And, the mobile terminal (130) can determine whether there is a disease in the urine by obtaining a reference value based on the color of the sample sheets (821, 831, 841) from a memory (not shown).

[0119] For example, when the above-mentioned mobile terminal (130) identifies a sample sheet (821) that is identical or similar in color to the sample sheet (e.g., first sample sheet) (820) of the test sheet (480), it can determine whether the disease corresponding to the sample sheet (821) is occult blood, etc., through the reference value (or identifier) ​​of the sample sheet (821).

[0120] And, when the inspection is completed and the use button (850) is pressed, the mobile terminal (130) can display the judgment result through the application (130).

[0121] Each step in each of the flowcharts described above may be operated independently of the illustrated order or may be performed simultaneously. Additionally, at least one component of the present invention and at least one operation performed by said at least one component may be implemented in hardware and / or software.

[0122] Although the present invention has been described above with reference to the illustrated drawings, the present invention is not limited by the embodiments and drawings disclosed in this specification, and it is obvious that various modifications can be made by a person skilled in the art within the scope of the technical concept of the present invention. Furthermore, even if the effects of the configuration according to the present invention were not explicitly described while explaining the embodiments of the present invention above, it is natural to acknowledge that the effects predictable by said configuration should also be recognized. Explanation of the symbols

[0123] 110: Multi-light source generator for urine testing 210: Storage unit 220: Tray 230: Communications Unit 240: Display 250: Speaker 260: Input section 270: Light emitting section 280: Processor

Claims

Claim 1 A multi-light source generating device for urine testing, comprising: a colorimetric table disposed on the upper surface of the multi-light source generating device for urine testing—the colorimetric table is composed of colors that analyze a user's disease according to the color change of a test paper stained with urine, and includes a first colorimetric table disposed on the left side and a second colorimetric table disposed on the right side centered on the tray—; a communication unit; an input unit disposed on the upper surface of the multi-light source generating device for urine testing to receive input from a user; a light-emitting unit comprising a plurality of light-emitting element groups disposed on the upper and left edges of the colorimetric table, respectively—the light-emitting element groups being vertically arranged at a certain distance from the edges of the colorimetric table—; and a tray disposed between the first colorimetric table and the second colorimetric table, on which the test paper stained with urine is placed. A urine test multi-light source generator comprising a communication unit, an input unit, and a processor electrically connected to the light-emitting unit, wherein the processor receives a signal from a mobile terminal via the communication unit to operate the urine test multi-light source generator, operates the urine test multi-light source generator based on the received signal, and is configured to cause the plurality of light-emitting element groups disposed on the upper surface of the urine test multi-light source generator to emit light based on the operation of the urine test multi-light source generator. Claim 2 delete Claim 3 A multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to claim 1, wherein each light-emitting element group among the plurality of light-emitting element groups comprises three light-emitting elements. Claim 4 In claim 3, each light-emitting element group comprises a red light-emitting element, a green light-emitting element, and a blue light-emitting element arranged vertically at the border of the colorimetric table on the upper surface of the multi-light source generator for urine testing, or a multi-light source generator for urine testing comprising a first white light-emitting element, an orange light-emitting element, and a second white light-emitting element. Claim 5 A multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to claim 4, wherein a first group of light-emitting elements including the red light-emitting element, the green light-emitting element, and the blue light-emitting element, and a second group of light-emitting elements including the first white light-emitting element, the orange light-emitting element, and the second white light-emitting element are arranged in an alternating manner. Claim 6 In claim 1, the processor is a multi-light source generating device for urine testing configured to emit light for a preset time using a plurality of light-emitting element groups to prevent interference with external light. Claim 7 A multi-light source generating device for urine testing according to claim 6, further comprising a speaker, wherein the processor is configured to output a warning sound indicating that the preset time has elapsed through the speaker. Claim 8 A method performed in a multi-light source generator for urine testing, wherein the multi-light source generator for urine testing comprises: a colorimetric table disposed on the upper surface of the multi-light source generator for urine testing—the colorimetric table is composed of colors that analyze a user's disease according to the color change of a test paper stained with urine, and includes a first colorimetric table disposed on the left side and a second colorimetric table disposed on the right side centered on a tray—; a communication unit; an input unit disposed on the upper surface of the multi-light source generator for urine testing for receiving input from a user; a light-emitting unit comprising a plurality of light-emitting element groups disposed on the upper and left edges of the colorimetric table, respectively—the light-emitting element groups are vertically disposed at a certain distance from the edges of the colorimetric table—; and a tray disposed between the first colorimetric table and the second colorimetric table, on which the test paper stained with urine is placed, and the method comprises the process of receiving a signal to operate the multi-light source generator for urine testing from a mobile terminal through the communication unit of the multi-light source generator for urine testing. A method comprising: a process of operating the multi-light source generator for urine testing based on the received signal; and a process of causing the plurality of light-emitting element groups disposed on the upper surface of the multi-light source generator for urine testing to emit light based on the operation of the multi-light source generator for urine testing. Claim 9 In claim 8, the process of emitting the plurality of light-emitting element groups includes the process of emitting the plurality of light-emitting element groups for a preset time to prevent interference with external light. Claim 10 In claim 9, the process of emitting the plurality of light-emitting element groups for a preset time includes the process of outputting a warning sound indicating that the preset time has elapsed through the speaker of the multi-light source generating device for urine testing.

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