Tube kit for on-site use

Abstract

The tube kit for on-site use according to the present invention comprises: a tube holder having a plurality of tube accommodation units in which tubes can be mounted; stoppers which can be mounted to seal the tubes; and a plurality of first identification labels which can be mounted on the tubes or the stoppers.

Description

Tube field use kit

[0001] The present invention relates to a tube field use kit, and more specifically, to a tube field use kit comprising a disposable stopper that is fixed in a plug-type manner to an experimental tube containing a molecular diagnostic reagent.

[0002] Diagnostic reagents are a concept that encompasses all reagents used to diagnose diseases by detecting or measuring specific substances (nucleic acids, proteins, antigens, antibodies, enzymes, hormones, metabolites, etc.) in biological samples. These reagents recognize and react with various biomolecules, such as pathogens, viruses, hormones, proteins, and metabolites, to determine the presence or state of a disease. The term "diagnostic reagent" is used in a broad sense that includes molecular diagnostic reagents and immunodiagnostic reagents.

[0003] Molecular diagnostic reagents refer to reagents that diagnose diseases by targeting nucleic acid molecules such as DNA and RNA. Molecular diagnostics possesses high sensitivity and specificity, enabling early diagnosis by accurately detecting even trace amounts of pathogens. It can be utilized for the diagnosis of various diseases, including not only infectious diseases but also genetic disorders and cancer, and offers the advantage of providing results much faster than conventional culture tests.

[0004] Molecular diagnostics proceeds through the processes of sample collection, nucleic acid extraction, amplification, and detection. In particular, the Polynucleotide Chain Reaction (PCR) is the most widely used nucleic acid amplification reaction and involves repeated cycles of double-stranded DNA denaturation, annealing of oligonucleotide primers onto a DNA template, and primer extension by DNA polymerase.

[0005] The major diagnostic reagents used in polymerase chain reaction include primers, probes, DNA polymerase, dNTPs, buffers, and internal controls. These can be provided in the form of diagnostic kits to facilitate use and reduce experimental errors. Diagnostic kits may contain all or part of the above diagnostic reagents, and each diagnostic reagent may be contained in a storage container that includes a tube.

[0006] Tubes containing diagnostic reagents are typically designed with screw-type caps that can be opened and closed. They are usually stored and transported with the cap closed, while the process of injecting or extracting the reagent is carried out with the cap open. However, since opening and closing the cap is usually done manually, contamination may occur during this process. Additionally, if the cap is left open for an extended period to reduce the frequency of opening and closing, there is a risk of sample evaporation or the entry of external foreign substances into the tube.

[0007] In addition, after a worker opens a cap, they must place it on the floor for work, which can lead to contamination on the surface of the cap that touches the floor. Furthermore, if multiple caps are opened and managed simultaneously, the caps may become mixed up.

[0008] To address this issue, disposable plug-type caps can be used on tubes containing diagnostic reagents. The screw caps that seal the tubes during production have diagnostic reagent information printed on them. However, if disposable caps are used instead of screw caps, the reagent information on the cap disappears, requiring users to identify the reagent information via a label attached to the side of the tube.

[0009] However, labels typically attached to the side of diagnostic reagent tubes have small text, resulting in poor visibility, and furthermore, there is a problem in that it is difficult to check the label when the tube is mounted in a tube holder.

[0010] Against this backdrop, one embodiment of the present invention provides a tube field use kit that allows for easy identification of the tube while attaching a disposable cap to the tube instead of a screw cap.

[0011] To achieve the above objectives, one aspect of the present invention may provide a tube field use kit comprising: a tube holder having a plurality of tube receiving portions formed therein for mounting a tube; a stopper that can be mounted to seal the tube; and a plurality of first identification marks that can be mounted on the tube or mounted on the stopper.

[0012] The plurality of first identification marks mentioned above can be mounted on the tube and may be characterized as being a plurality of rubber rings distinguished by different colors.

[0013] It may further include a plurality of second identification marks corresponding to the first identification mark and mounted or capable of being mounted on the tube holder.

[0014] The plurality of first identification marks are distinguished by different colors, and the plurality of second identification marks can be distinguished by colors corresponding to the first identification marks.

[0015] The above second identification mark may be characterized by being located adjacent to each of the above tube receiving portions.

[0016] The plurality of first identification marks may be characterized as adhesive stickers that can be mounted on the tube or the cap.

[0017] The above plurality of first identification marks may be characterized by being distinguished by a plurality of colors and a plurality of characters.

[0018] The plurality of first identification marks may include different embossed shapes, and the plurality of second identification marks may include intaglio shapes corresponding to the first identification marks.

[0019] The above second identification mark may be characterized by being formed at the inlet of each of the above tube receiving portions.

[0020] The device further includes a cover that covers the upper surface of the tube holder, and the plurality of second identification marks may be provided on the cover.

[0021] Each of the above-mentioned second identification markers may be positioned adjacent to each of the above-mentioned tube receiving portions and configured to selectively display any one of a plurality of colors.

[0022] The above second identification mark may adopt a dial method.

[0023] The above stopper may be characterized as a plug-type disposable stopper.

[0024] The portion of the tube receiving part of the tube holder that contacts the tube may include a metal material.

[0025] The above tube holder can be configured to be coupled to a station of a sample pretreatment device.

[0026] The tube receiving portion of the above tube holder is configured so that the tubes are arranged in a column direction, and the tube holder may include a structure that allows adjacent tube holders to be fixed in a row direction.

[0027] The above tube holder may include a first coupling part provided on one side in the row direction and a second coupling part provided on the other side in the row direction and coupled to the first coupling part.

[0028] At least one of the first coupling part and the second coupling part may include a magnetic member.

[0029] The above tube holder includes a first tube holder configured to be coupled to a first station of the sample pretreatment device and a second tube holder configured to be coupled to a second station, and the first tube holder and the second tube holder may include a structure that can be fixed in one direction.

[0030] The tube receiving portion of the above tube holder is configured so that the tubes are arranged in a column direction, and may further include a tube holder holder that supports the tube holders so that the plurality of tube holders are arranged side by side in a row direction.

[0031] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a screw cap sealing the tube from the production process can be replaced with a plug-type cap, while different tubes can be identified using a separate identification mark.

[0032] In addition, a first identification mark provided on a tube or stopper and a second identification mark provided on a tube holder can be matched to mount a tube at a designated location on the tube holder.

[0033] In addition, a tube holder with tubes mounted at designated locations can be used in the automation device.

[0034] In addition, tubes can be stored in a mounted state in the tube holder, and identification between tubes can be facilitated when reusing them.

[0035] The effects of the present invention are not limited to the effects described above, and should be understood to include all effects that can be inferred from the configuration of the invention described in the detailed description of the invention or the claims.

[0036] FIG. 1 illustrates a tube field use kit according to one embodiment.

[0037] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a disposable stopper according to one embodiment.

[0038] Figure 3 is a cross-sectional view of Figure 2.

[0039] Figure 4 is a picture showing a tube mounted on a tube holder.

[0040] FIG. 5 is a plan view showing a tube holder according to one embodiment.

[0041] FIG. 6 is a plan view showing a tube holder according to another embodiment.

[0042] FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing a tube holder according to another embodiment.

[0043] The present invention will be described in detail below through embodiments and exemplary drawings. These embodiments are intended solely to explain the invention more specifically, and it will be obvious to those skilled in the art that the scope of the invention is not limited by these embodiments according to the gist of the invention.

[0044] In addition, it should be noted that when assigning reference numerals to the components of each drawing, the same components are assigned the same reference numeral whenever possible, even if they are shown in different drawings. Furthermore, in describing the present invention, if it is determined that a detailed description of related known components or functions could obscure the essence of the invention, such detailed description is omitted.

[0045] In addition, terms such as first, second, A, B, (a), (b), (i), and (ii) may be used when describing the components of the present invention. These terms are intended merely to distinguish the components from other components, and the essence, order, or sequence of the components is not limited by these terms. Where it is stated that a component is "connected," "combined," or "connected" to another component, it may be understood that the component may be directly connected or connected to the other component, but that another component may also be "connected," "combined," or "connected" between each component.

[0046] One embodiment of the present invention relates to a disposable stopper fixed to a tube. The tube may have various lengths and shapes, including a vial. However, the tube is limited to a tube in which the inlet portion is cylindrical and a screw structure is formed on the outer surface of the inlet so that a screw stopper can be mounted.

[0047] A disposable stopper according to one embodiment of the present invention can be used in a laboratory tube, specifically in a tube for a diagnostic reagent, and more specifically in a tube for a molecular diagnostic reagent. The molecular diagnostic reagent may include a diagnostic reagent used in a polymerase chain reaction. The molecular diagnostic reagent includes a primer, a probe, DNA polymerase, dNTPs, a buffer, and an internal control.

[0048] A tube using a disposable cap according to one embodiment of the present invention includes a structure in which a screw cap is attached. Screw caps are generally used in tubes for diagnostic reagents because they provide excellent sealing and bonding strength. During production and transportation, the tube can be sealed using the screw cap while the tube contains the diagnostic reagent. The tube for diagnostic reagents may be transported by airplane or ship, and the screw cap is used to prevent leakage of the reagent due to changes in atmospheric pressure or physical impact.

[0049] However, screw caps have the disadvantage that opening and closing them is difficult and time-consuming for the operator. In addition, there is a possibility of contamination if screw caps are reused repeatedly.

[0050] A stopper according to one embodiment of the present invention can be mounted and secured to the tube after removing the screw stopper from the tube. The stopper is provided for single use, so that if it falls off the tube, it is discarded and a new stopper can be used. To this end, the stopper can be easily detached.

[0051] Meanwhile, the directions below are explained based on the tube. When the tube is a rotating body with respect to an axis, the axial direction refers to the longitudinal direction of the tube, the transverse direction refers to the radial direction of the tube, and the circumferential direction refers to the direction of rotation around the axis.

[0052]

[0053] A tube field use kit according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described below with reference to FIGS. 1 to 6.

[0054] FIG. 1 illustrates a tube field use kit according to one embodiment.

[0055] A tube field use kit according to one embodiment may include a tube holder (300) having a plurality of tube receiving portions (310) formed therein for mounting a tube, and a plurality of plugs (100) that can be mounted to seal the tube.

[0056] The tube holder (300) may have tube receiving sections (310) arranged in one direction so that multiple tubes can be arranged in a row. Adjacent tube receiving sections (310) may be arranged at equal intervals so that they can be applied to an automated device. Although the drawing shows the tube receiving sections (310) of the tube holder (300) provided in a single row, it includes tube receiving sections (310) provided in multiple rows. That is, the tube receiving sections (310) may be provided in rows and columns.

[0057] The tube receiving portion (310) may include a hole into which a tube can be inserted. The hole or part of the hole of the tube receiving portion (310) may be provided to have an inner diameter corresponding to the outer diameter of the tube. Additionally, the tube receiving portion (310) may be formed as a hole extending in the longitudinal direction of the tube to prevent shaking after the tube is mounted. At this time, the inner diameter of the tube receiving portion (310) may be provided to be larger than the outer diameter of the tube within an error range to facilitate the mounting and removal of the tube.

[0058] Next, a disposable stopper (100) according to one embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 2 and FIGS. 3.

[0059] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a disposable stopper according to one embodiment, and FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of FIG. 2.

[0060] A stopper (100) according to one embodiment may include a plug-type stopper and may be used for single use. The stopper (100) may include a closed side wall (110) that accommodates the outer surface of a tube inlet, a cover portion (120) that covers the tube inlet, and a plug (130) that is inserted into the tube inlet.

[0061] The cover portion (120) may be circular when viewed from above and may be configured to have a diameter larger than the inner diameter of the tube inlet. The cover portion (120) may be configured so that its lower surface contacts the leading edge of the tube. The cover portion (120) may be closed to isolate the inside of the tube from the outside. The cover portion (120) may also be represented as an upper portion.

[0062] The cover portion (120) may include a portion (121) that is recessed downward to increase rigidity and reduce weight. The portion (121) that is recessed downward may be circular with a constant width.

[0063] The closed sidewall (110) may be connected to the edge of the cover portion (120) and extend downward. The closed sidewall (110) may include a cylindrical shape and may be described as a shell or sidewall portion. The closed sidewall (110) may be provided to cover all or part of the screw plug joint of the tube inlet.

[0064] A fixing part (111) may be formed at the lower end of the closed side wall (110) to be caught on the lowest end of the screw plug connection part of the tube inlet. The fixing part (111) is provided to protrude inward and to be caught on the screw plug connection part of the tube inlet so that the plug (100) cannot be easily detached.

[0065] The plug (130) may be connected to the center of the cover portion (120) and extend downward. The plug (130) may include a shape with a circular cross-section and a shape that adheres to the inner surface of the tube. The plug (130) may be inserted into the tube and may be represented as an insertion portion.

[0066] The lower portion of the closed side wall (110) may be located on the same plane as the lower portion of the plug or may include a portion that protrudes further downward. Preferably, the lower portion of the closed side wall (110) may protrude further downward than the lower portion of the plug so that when the plug (100) is placed on the floor, the plug is spaced away from the floor. Thus, the plug can be prevented from being contaminated by contaminants on the floor.

[0067] A fixing part (111) may be formed at the lower end of the closed side wall (110) to be caught on the lowest end of the screw plug connection part of the tube inlet. The fixing part (111) is provided to protrude inward and to be caught on the screw plug connection part of the tube inlet so that the plug (100) cannot be easily detached.

[0068] A tube field use kit according to one embodiment may include a stopper (100) of a different shape from the stopper according to one embodiment, and may also include a disposable stopper available on the market.

[0069]

[0070] [Identification Mark]

[0071] Referring again to FIG. 1, a tube field use kit according to one embodiment may include an identification mark for distinguishing tubes.

[0072] Tubes are equipped with screw-type caps by default during the production process and are transported while sealed with these caps. The use of screw-type caps is intended to prevent leakage of the contents caused by changes in atmospheric pressure, weather conditions, and impacts during transport. Additionally, a label for identifying the tube is provided on the top surface of the screw cap that is standardly installed on the tube. For example, a sticker containing colors and text is affixed to the top surface of the screw cap. The text on the screw cap contains information that identifies the reagent contained within the tube. Users can identify the tube through the identification label provided on the top surface of the screw cap.

[0073] However, in order to discard the standard screw cap and use a disposable cap (100), a separate identification mark may be required.

[0074] The identification markers included in the tube field use kit may include a first identification marker and a second identification marker. The first identification marker may be mounted on the tube or mounted on the stopper (100). The first identification markers may be provided in the same number as the tubes or in a greater number. For example, the first identification markers may be provided in excess of the number of tubes or in multiples of the number of tubes.

[0075] The first identification mark may include one or more of a color, a character, and a shape. The first identification mark may be provided in multiple distinct units. Tubes that need to be distinguished from one another may each include a first identification mark that is distinct from one another.

[0076] A first identification mark according to one embodiment may be mounted on a tube. For example, the first identification mark may be provided in a form that can be mounted on the inlet of the tube or below it. Alternatively, a first identification mark according to another embodiment may be provided mounted on a stopper (100) or provided in a form that can be mounted by a user. For example, the first identification mark may be provided mounted on the upper surface or side of the stopper (100) or provided in a form that can be mounted by a user.

[0077] In one embodiment, the first identification mark may be a rubber ring (210) that can be mounted. The rubber ring (210) may be provided to be mounted on the inlet portion of the tube. For example, the rubber ring (210) may be mounted on a threaded portion of the inlet portion of the tube where a screw plug can be mounted. The rubber ring (210) is elastic so that it can be easily mounted on the inlet portion of the tube and, after mounting, may not easily fall off due to friction.

[0078] Multiple rubber rings (210) may be provided in colors that are distinct from one another. And some rubber rings (210) may include the same color. For example, in the case of 24 rubber rings (210) that need to be divided into 7 types, they may be divided into 4 red, 2 blue, 6 green, 2 yellow, 6 white, 2 gray, and 2 black rubber rings.

[0079] The rubber ring (210) can distinguish more types of tubes, including shapes in addition to color. For example, the rubber ring (210) may include different numbers of bands of the same color. When it is necessary to distinguish tubes among tubes equipped with rubber rings (210) of the same color, it may be possible to distinguish them by the number or position of the bands, etc.

[0080] In another embodiment, the first identification mark may be an adhesive sticker (220) that is attached or can be attached. The sticker (220) may be provided in a form that can be attached to the side of the tube. Alternatively, the sticker (220) may be provided in a form that can be attached to the upper surface of the cover portion (120) of the stopper (100) or to the outside of the closed side wall (110). Alternatively, the sticker (220) may be provided in a state where it is already attached to the stopper (100).

[0081] When the sticker (220) is mounted on the cap (100), the cap (100) may be provided with a first identification mark attached that is identifiable to one another, and when the sticker (220) can be mounted on the cap (100) or the tube, a series of stickers may be provided so that the user can arbitrarily attach the sticker to the cap (100) or the tube.

[0082] Multiple stickers (220) may be provided in colors that are distinct from one another. And some stickers (220) may include the same color. For example, in the case of 24 stickers (220) that need to be divided into 7 types, they may be divided into 4 red, 2 blue, 6 green, 2 yellow, 6 white, 2 gray, and 2 black stickers.

[0083] The sticker (220) may include text along with color. The text provided on the sticker (220) may include reagent information. When distinguishing tubes by color information, there is a problem in that matching information between the color and the reagent must be known in advance, but using text containing reagent information can solve this problem.

[0084] Alternatively, more types of tubes can be distinguished by including different characters on the same color. If it is necessary to distinguish between tubes with stickers (220) of the same color attached, they can be distinguished through different characters.

[0085] FIG. 4 is a diagram showing a tube mounted on a tube holder. Referring to FIG. 4, rubber rings and stickers can be used simultaneously. Multiple rubber rings may be provided in the same color or in different colors. Alternatively, rubber rings may be provided in colors corresponding to the color of the sticker. If the sticker includes different colors, the rubber rings may also include different colors, and each rubber ring may be provided to correspond to the sticker. In this case, the user can identify the tube by the color of the rubber ring alone without looking at the sticker, and there is an advantage that the user can identify the tube by looking up from above.

[0086] In addition, the sticker may include text indicating reagent information along with color. If the user wishes to check more detailed reagent information, they can check the text printed on the sticker attached to the side of the tube.

[0087] In another embodiment, the first identification mark may be provided to be mounted and may have different shapes (not shown). The first identification mark may be provided to be mounted in the middle or below the inlet of the tube. For example, the first identification mark may be provided in the form of a band or a clip.

[0088]

[0089] Next, the second identification mark of various embodiments will be described with reference to FIGS. 5 and FIGS. 6.

[0090] FIG. 5 is a plan view showing a tube holder according to one embodiment, and FIG. 6 is a plan view showing a tube holder according to another embodiment.

[0091] A second identification mark corresponds to a first identification mark and is provided to be mounted on or mountable to a tube holder (300).

[0092] If the first identification marks are distinguished by different colors, the second identification marks may be distinguished by colors corresponding to the first identification marks. Or, if the first identification marks are distinguished by different characters, the second identification marks may be distinguished by characters corresponding to the first identification marks. Or, if the first identification marks are distinguished by different shapes, the second identification marks may be distinguished by shapes corresponding to the first identification marks.

[0093] Referring to FIG. 5, a second identification mark according to one embodiment may include a sticker (320) that is attached to or can be attached to a tube holder (300). The sticker (320) may be provided in a form that is attached to or can be attached to the upper surface of the tube holder (300). Specifically, the sticker (320) may be attached adjacent to the tube receiving portion (310). Although the drawing shows the sticker (320) being placed below the tube receiving portion (310), the sticker (320) may be placed on one side of the tube receiving portion (310) (including between adjacent tube receiving portions).

[0094] The sticker (320) corresponds to the first identification mark. The sticker (320) may include the same color or the same characters as the first identification mark. Alternatively, the sticker (320) may include more information than the first identification mark. Even if the first identification mark includes only a color, the sticker (320) may be provided in the same color as the first identification mark and may include characters indicating reagent information.

[0095] Referring to FIG. 6, a second identification mark according to another embodiment may include a shape (330) formed in the tube receiving portion (310) of the tube holder (300-1). If the first identification mark includes a shape mounted on the tube, the second identification mark may include a shape (330) corresponding to the first identification mark. For example, the first identification marks may include different embossed shapes, and the second identification marks may include intaglio shapes (330) corresponding to the first identification mark.

[0096] In this case, the first identification mark and the second identification mark can function like a key and a lock. A tube equipped with the first identification mark may be mounted only in the tube receiving portion (310) on which the corresponding second identification mark is formed. This has the advantage that even a user who does not know the matching information between the first identification mark and the second identification mark can mount the tube in the correct position of the tube holder (300-1).

[0097]

[0098] FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing a tube holder according to another embodiment.

[0099] Referring to FIG. 7, a tube field use kit according to one embodiment may further include a cover (340) that covers the tube holder (300). A second identification mark (320-1) according to another embodiment may be provided on the cover (340). The cover (340) may be provided such that a portion corresponding to the tube receiving portion (310) of the tube holder (300) is open, and the second identification mark (320-1) may be provided to be located at a position adjacent to each tube receiving portion (310). The cover (340) may be provided in the form of a membrane and may be provided so as to be attached to the tube holder (300).

[0100]

[0101] Although not illustrated in the drawings, a second identification mark according to another embodiment may be positioned adjacent to each tube receiving portion (310) and configured to selectively display one of a plurality of colors. For example, the second identification mark may employ a dial method. Information on a plurality of second identification marks corresponding to a plurality of first identification marks is displayed circumferentially on the dial wheel, and a certain second identification mark can be exposed by rotating the dial.

[0102]

[0103] The tube holder (300) may be provided with a material having a high heat transfer rate in the part that contacts the tube in the tube receiving portion (310). For example, the part that contacts the tube in the tube receiving portion (310) may include a metal material. When the tube is placed in the tube holder (300) and refrigerated, and then exposed to room temperature, the metal material of the tube receiving portion (310) absorbs the heat from the tube, thereby allowing the tube to be kept at a low temperature for a longer period.

[0104]

[0105] The tube holder (300) may be configured to be connectable to a station of a sample pretreatment device. The tube holder (300) itself may be connected to a station of a sample pretreatment device without the need to detach it from the tube holder (300) to transfer a tube stored in the tube holder (300) to the pretreatment device. In this case, the tube holder (300) may include a connecting part that can be connected to a station of a sample pretreatment device.

[0106]

[0107] The tube receiving portion (310) of the tube holder (300) is configured so that tubes are arranged in a column direction, and the tube holder (300) may include a structure in which adjacent tube holders (300) can be fixed in a row direction. When tube holders (300) in which tubes are arranged in a column direction are fixed in a row direction, multiple tubes can be arranged in both row and column directions. For example, the tube holder (300) may include a first coupling portion provided on one side in a row direction and a second coupling portion provided on the other side in a row direction. The second coupling portion may include a shape that can be coupled to the first coupling portion. Any tube holders (300) can be coupled in a row direction.

[0108] At least one of the first coupling portion and the second coupling portion may include a magnetic member. For example, the first coupling portion and the second coupling portion may include magnetic members of opposite poles, or the first coupling portion or the second coupling portion may include a magnetic member and the other may include a metal.

[0109] Alternatively, the first joint and the second joint may include corresponding joint structures. The joint structure includes a mechanical joint structure.

[0110]

[0111] The tube holder (300) may include a first tube holder configured to be coupled to a first station of a sample pretreatment device and a second tube holder configured to be coupled to a second station. The first tube holder and the second tube holder may include a structure that can be fixed in one direction.

[0112] When storing, the first tube holder and the second tube holder can be combined and stored as a single unit, and when mounting on a sample pretreatment device, the first tube holder and the second tube holder can be separated so that the first tube holder is connected to the first station and the second tube holder is connected to the second station.

[0113]

[0114] Referring again to FIG. 1, a tube field use kit according to one embodiment may further include a tube holder stand (400) that supports a tube holder (300). For example, the tube holder stand (400) may form a groove into which the lower part of the tube holder (300) can be inserted.

[0115] The tube holder (300) may have a shape that is prone to tipping over because it arranges the tubes in a row direction. Also, in order to mount it on the station of the sample pretreatment device, a separate support structure cannot be integrally formed on the tube holder (300). However, if a tube holder stand (400) is provided in the tube field use kit, the tube holder (300) can be mounted on the tube holder stand (400), thereby preventing the tube holder (300) from tipping over.

[0116] In the drawing, the tube holder stand (400) is provided to support a single tube holder (300), but alternatively, the tube holder stand (400) may be provided to support multiple tube holders (300). For example, the tube holder stand (400) may support the tube holders (300) so that multiple tube holders (300) are arranged side by side in a row direction.

[0117]

[0118] The above description is merely an illustrative explanation of the technical concept of the present invention, and those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains will be able to make various modifications and variations within the scope of the essential quality of the present invention. Accordingly, the embodiments disclosed in the present invention are intended to explain, not limit, the technical concept of the present invention, and the scope of the technical concept of the present invention is not limited by such embodiments. The scope of protection of the present invention shall be interpreted by the claims below, and all technical concepts within the equivalent scope shall be interpreted as being included within the scope of rights of the present invention.

[0119]

[0120] [Explanation of the symbol]

[0121] 100: Stopper, 110: Closed sidewall, 120: Cover part, 130: Plug,

[0122] 210: Rubber ring, 220: Sticker,

[0123] 300: Tube holder, 310: Tube receiving portion, 320, 330: Second identification mark, 340: Cover,

[0124] 400: Tube holder stand.

Claims

1. A tube holder having a plurality of tube receiving portions formed therein for mounting tubes; A stopper that can be mounted to seal the tube; and A plurality of first identification marks that can be mounted on a tube or mounted on or mounted on the stopper, Tube field use kit.

2. In Paragraph 1, The plurality of first identification markers above can be mounted on the tube and are characterized as being a plurality of rubber rings distinguished by different colors. Tube field use kit.

3. In Paragraph 1, A plurality of second identification marks corresponding to the first identification mark and mounted or capable of being mounted on the tube holder, further comprising Tube field use kit.

4. In Paragraph 3, The plurality of first identification marks are distinguished by different colors, and the plurality of second identification marks are distinguished by colors corresponding to the first identification marks. Tube field use kit.

5. In Paragraph 3, The above second identification mark is characterized by being located adjacent to each of the above tube receiving portions. Tube field use kit.

6. In Paragraph 1, The plurality of first identification marks are characterized as being adhesive stickers that can be mounted on a tube or the cap. Tube field use kit.

7. In Paragraph 6, The above plurality of first identification marks are characterized by being distinguished by a plurality of colors and a plurality of characters. Tube field use kit.

8. In Paragraph 3, The plurality of first identification marks include different embossed shapes, and the plurality of second identification marks include intaglio shapes corresponding to the first identification marks. Tube field use kit.

9. In Paragraph 8, The above second identification mark is characterized by being formed at the inlet of each of the above tube receiving portions. Tube field use kit.

10. In Paragraph 3, It further includes a cover that covers the upper surface of the tube holder, and The plurality of second identification marks above are provided on the cover, Tube field use kit.

11. In Paragraph 3, Each of the above-mentioned second identification markers is located adjacent to each of the above-mentioned tube receiving portions and is configured to selectively display any one of a plurality of colors. Tube field use kit.

12. In Paragraph 11, The above second identification mark employs a dial method, Tube field use kit.

13. In Paragraph 1, The above stopper is characterized as being a plug-type disposable stopper, Tube field use kit.

14. In Paragraph 1, The portion in contact with the tube in the tube receiving portion of the above-mentioned tube holder comprises a metal material, Tube field use kit.

15. In Paragraph 1, The above tube holder is configured to be connectable to a station of a sample pretreatment device, Tube field use kit.

16. In Paragraph 1, The tube receiving portion of the above-mentioned tube holder is configured so that the tubes are arranged in a row direction, and The above tube holder includes a structure that allows adjacent tube holders to be fixed in a row direction. Tube field use kit.

17. In Paragraph 16, The above tube holder comprises a first coupling portion provided on one side in the row direction and a second coupling portion provided on the other side in the row direction and coupled to the first coupling portion. Tube field use kit.

18. In Paragraph 17, At least one of the first coupling part and the second coupling part comprises a magnetic member. Tube field use kit.

19. In Paragraph 15, The above tube holder includes a first tube holder configured to be coupled to a first station of the sample pretreatment device and a second tube holder configured to be coupled to a second station. The first tube holder and the second tube holder include a structure that can be fixed in one direction. Tube field use kit.

20. In Paragraph 1, The tube receiving portion of the above-mentioned tube holder is configured so that the tubes are arranged in a row direction, and A tube holder holder further comprising a plurality of tube holders arranged in parallel in a row direction, Tube field use kit.

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