| Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
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| 600584000 | Indicator | 45 |
| 20080228107 | BIO-TESTING BOOTH - In one embodiment of the invention, a booth for bio-testing is provided. The booth comprises a specimen collection mechanism for collecting a biological specimen; and a storage mechanism to store the collected specimen for analysis. | 09-18-2008 |
| 20080255473 | SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND DEVICES FOR SAMPLING BODILY FLUID - A fluid sampling system is disclosed comprising a fluid drawing device and a fluid sampling device. In one embodiment, the fluid sampling device comprises a base portion having a canula, a handle, and a ridge extending around at least a portion of an outer surface; and a top portion having a flange adapted to engage said ridge to couple the top portion to the base portion. In another embodiment, the fluid sampling device comprises a base portion having a canula, a handle, a mounting portion, and a test strip coupled to the base portion at least partially within the mounting portion. In yet another embodiment, the fluid sampling device comprises a test strip housing for receiving an end of a test strip therein. Extending from an end of the test strip housing is a blunt canula. | 10-16-2008 |
| 20080255474 | TEAR MENISCUS TEST DEVICE AND ITS MANUFACTURING METHOD - A tear meniscus test device | 10-16-2008 |
| 20080275365 | Methods of Transferring Data to a Medical Test Device - Disclosed are various preferred embodiments for dynamic transfer of information from a test sensor to an analyte medical test device. Exemplary embodiments include various containers, systems and methods. | 11-06-2008 |
| 20080294069 | Ph Sensor - The invention relates to a pH sensor for use in a catheter drainage system. The invention also relates to a catheter, drainage bag or connection unit comprising the pH sensor of the present invention, methods of using the pH sensor and methods of making the pH sensor. | 11-27-2008 |
| 20080312556 | Device for Measuring Data Relating to Urine Production of a Patient - The invention relates to a device for measuring data relating to urine production of a patient for medical application. The device is provided with a collecting device ( | 12-18-2008 |
| 20090024060 | SAMPLE COLLECTOR - A collector includes a collecting element that receives a sample of bodily fluid. The collecting element may be an absorbent pad that has been treated with a surfactant to optimize recovery of analytes from the sample and/or their absorbance onto the absorbent material. An extractor is operably connected to a container and receives the collector to provide fluid communication between the collector and the container. The collector, when received by the extractor, is operable to release a volume of the sample into the container. | 01-22-2009 |
| 20090036798 | ACUPUNCTURE POINT POSITION EVALUATING APPARATUS - A technology for determining an acupuncture point with the reliability with the use of a simple hardware configuration in an acupuncture point position evaluating apparatus is disclosed. According to the technology, a current generated in a current generating section is applied to measurement points of skin of a subject through current application electrodes. The applied current and a voltage generated in the skin by the current application are measured in a measuring section. In a frequency analyzing section, the measured current and the measured voltage are provided with frequency analysis, and skin impedance Z(jf) in the respective measurement points is calculated. In a characteristics amount generating section, based on the frequency response of the skin impedance Z(jf) in the measurement points, frequency response K(f)=XZ(f)/RZ(f) as a ratio between real part RZ(f) and imaginary part XZ(f) of the skin impedance Z(jf) are calculated. In a determining section, based on the difference of the frequency response K(f), an acupuncture point position is determined from among the respective measurement points. | 02-05-2009 |
| 20090054813 | Method and apparatus for body fluid sampling and analyte sensing - A body fluid sampling system is provided for use on a tissue site. In one embodiment, the system comprises a cartridge; a penetrating member driver; a plurality of penetrating members arranged in a radial configuration on the cartridge wherein sharpened distal tips of the penetrating members point radially outward; wherein an active one of the penetrating members may be operatively coupled to the penetrating member driver, the penetrating member driver moving the active one along a path out of a housing having a penetrating member exit, into the tissue site, stopping in the tissue site, and withdrawing out of the tissue site; and a plurality of analyte detecting members, wherein at least one of the analyte detecting members is positioned to receive fluid from a wound created by the active one of the penetrating members, wherein the detecting members are not pierced by the active one of the penetrating members. | 02-26-2009 |
| 20090149776 | OPTICAL SENSOR FOR DETECTING INFECTION AND OTHER ANOMALOUS CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH CATHETER SYSTEMS - A device and method are provided to monitor for early detection of anomalous conditions in a discharge fluid through a catheter tube. A liquid sensor is configured to detect the presence of liquid in the catheter tube. A unique photo-Darlington turbidity sensor may be configured to monitor turbidity of a discharge liquid exiting through the catheter tube. A color sensor may be configured to monitor color of the discharge liquid exiting through the catheter tube. A processing circuit may be coupled to the liquid sensor, photo-Darlington turbidity sensor, and color sensor and configured to determine whether an anomalous condition exists based on readings provided by the liquid sensor, photo-Darlington turbidity sensor, and/or color sensor. A warning device provides an alert if an anomalous condition is detected. | 06-11-2009 |
| 20090156965 | DIAGNOSTIC INTERLABIAL PAD - A diagnostic agent is delivered intravaginally or to the interlabial space by positioning an interlabial device, such as an absorbent pad, between the labia. The pad is retained between the labia to deliver an active agent, or allow a reaction with a diagnostic agent. Alternatively, the pad is applied after the diagnostic agent is administered, to help reduce discomfort to the subject, or loss of the diagnostic agent. The active agent may be carried by the pad itself, or in an intravaginal extension of the pad, or separately in a suppository or other dosage form. In particular examples, the pad has a smaller minor portion superimposed on a larger major portion, and the smaller minor portion is inserted as a leading edge between the labia of the subject to facilitate interlabial insertion. In another example, the pad is placed interlabially after insertion of an agent. | 06-18-2009 |
| 20090156966 | MODULAR SENSOR CASSETTE - The invention concerns a sensor cassette that can be inserted into an analyzer comprising a continuous measuring channel for receiving fluidic media and sensory elements for determining chemical and/or physical parameters of the fluidic media. According to the invention the sensor cassette consists of at least two permanently connected but separately manufactured modules which each have a housing and a measuring channel section wherein the measuring channel sections of adjacent modules are connected to the continuous measuring channel by a fluidic coupling and wherein at least one of the connected modules is designed as a sensor module and has a sensor array comprising at least two sensory elements. Furthermore, a memory element is allocated to the sensor cassette on which specific information for the sensor cassette in particular with regard to its construction from the respective modules is stored. | 06-18-2009 |
| 20090281460 | AUTOMATED POINT-OF-CARE FLUID TESTING DEVICE AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME - A point of care fluid testing system for determining properties of a fluid comprises a patient connection, a primary fluid routing portion, a pump, a secondary fluid routing portion, and a flushing fluid connection. The patient connection connects the system to a patient. The primary fluid routing portion has a pump region, a fluid transfer region, and an in-line testing region. The pump region pumps the fluid sample from the patient to the testing portion and back to the patient. The in-line testing region evaluates a first characteristic of the fluid sample. The fluid transfer region transmits a portion of the fluid sample out of the primary fluid routing portion. The secondary fluid routing portion includes an off-line testing portion that receives the portion of the fluid sample transmitted from the fluid transfer region. The off-line testing portion evaluates a second characteristic of the fluid sample. | 11-12-2009 |
| 20090287117 | PUNCTURING DEVICE - The invention relates to a piercing device for creating a puncture wound for collecting a sample of body fluid, comprising a rubber elastic pressure part to be pressed onto a body part from which a sample of body fluid is to be removed, and a piercing drive mechanism by means of which a piercing element inserted into the piercing device can be driven in a piercing movement. According to the invention, an electrical deformation sensor is provided for detecting an elastic deformation of the pressure part by means of an electrical and/or magnetic measurement. | 11-19-2009 |
| 20090326417 | Multifunctional Monitoring Device for Absorbent Articles - Monitoring the status of an absorbent article can be desirable to various users in various situations. A monitoring device for use with an absorbent article is provided. The monitoring device includes a sensing device and a signaling device. The sensing device is configured to sense a physiological indication related to the absorbent article wearer. The functionality of the monitoring device may be updateable, for instance, by utilizing firmware updates, hardware or user interface changes, software installations, etc. Thus, the monitoring device of the present invention may be utilized over an entire lifespan from infants to elderly without the need for costly replacement or installation of an entirely new monitoring system. | 12-31-2009 |
| 20100036283 | ANTI-REFLUX MECHANISM FOR URINE COLLECTION SYTEMS - A urine collection system includes an anti-flux mechanism to reduce the amount of urine that may flow from within the collection bag back into the urine meter. The urine collection system includes a urine meter, a collection member defining at least a first opening for receiving urine from the urine meter and a shield positioned adjacent the opening of the collection member. The shield is affixed to the collection member at predetermined connection points along a periphery of the shield whereby urine flows between the connection points from the urine meter to the collection member. The shield may be affixed to an internal surface of the bag. The shield may be spot welded to the collection member at the connection points. The shield may include at least a first slot configured to permit the passage of fluid therethrough. | 02-11-2010 |
| 20100094173 | PRESSURE CONTROL FOR CATHETER DRAIN TUBING - Described is, e.g., an apparatus ( | 04-15-2010 |
| 20100100008 | Substance Detecting Diaper - An apparatus and method for the detection of substances in an excretion. A diaper is generally utilized and a pad containing one or more reagent strips is placed within a sleeve in the crotch of the diaper. An excretion within the diaper, such as urine, occurs and the reagent strips are activated and test for the presence of certain substances. The substances tested for are generally ones in which mothers may abuse and are harmful to and transferred to the infant, but may be any substance the presence of such is helpful to know. | 04-22-2010 |
| 20100130887 | BIOPSY DEVICES AND METHODS - An improved system for mammography analysis and methods of using the same. In one aspect, a clip comprises a first portion and at least one additional second portion connected to the first portion, the first and second portions adapted for elastic deformation for engaging tissue. In anther aspect, an improved actuator for performing a breast biopsy is used to deploy a clip. In yet another aspect of the invention, there is contemplated a system for marking an evacuated breast cyst. | 05-27-2010 |
| 20100137746 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR THE DETERMINATION OF RESIDUAL VOLUME IN PATIENTS HAVING AN ENTERAL FEEDING TUBE - A method and system for determining the residual volume within a patient having a naso-enteral feeding tube. A collection container is coupled to the naso-enteral feeding tube and a physical force is applied to the collection container to prevent stomach fluid from flowing into the collection container. The physical force is removed from the collection container and the stomach fluid is allowed to flow into the collection container. The volume of fluid within the collection container is determined, which represents the gastric residual volume of the patient. At least a portion of the collected volume of stomach fluid is returned to the patient from the collection container. | 06-03-2010 |
| 20100286564 | TEST MEDIA CASSETTE FOR BODILY FLUID TESTING DEVICE - A bodily fluid sampling device includes a piercing device and a sensor enclosed in a housing. A cassette, which contains test media, is positioned proximal to the sensor so that the sensor is able to analyze a bodily fluid sample collected on the test media. The cassette includes a supply portion from which unused test media is supplied and a storage portion in which contaminated test media is stored after exposure to the bodily fluid. The cassette is adapted to collect a series of bodily fluid samples without requiring disposal of the test media. | 11-11-2010 |
| 20100292612 | Method for rapid identification of infections and/or risk situations related to gastroduodenal pathologies and machine for performing the method - A machine for performing a method for immediate identification and rapid comparative assessment of indicators of the presence of infections and/or risk situations related to gastroduodenal pathologies, characterized in that it comprises a measurement unit that is constituted by a container supplied by means for aspirating gastric juices in which an agitator of the mixture of gastric juice, reagents and water operates, and at least one probe for sensing the values of the analysis, a hydraulic section that comprises a set of tanks for the reagents required for the analyses and for the water, which are connected to respective apparatuses for feeding said measurement unit and to a pump for feeding water into the stomach of the patient, an apparatus for controlling the temperature of said container, and an electrical section, which comprises a programmable control unit for actuating and controlling said feeder apparatuses and said measurement unit and is suitable to determine the test execution methods. | 11-18-2010 |
| 20110028863 | FLUID SAMPLE COLLECTION SYSTEM - A sample collection container adapted to be connected to, and disconnected from, a sample collection adapter and a sample collection container cap. The sample collection adapter has a downward sloping interior surface that provides a free-flowing path for samples provided by a subject to the sample collection container. The sample collection adapter may have a three-dimensional rim that is curved in two different non-parallel planes. | 02-03-2011 |
| 20110046516 | DIAGNOSTIC METHOD AND APPARATUS - The present invention provides a diagnostic method comprising continuously monitoring and transmitting urine output and urine flow rates of a catheterized patient to means which correlate the same with at least one of renal perfusion, renal function, fluid status, polyuria, oleguria, hypoperfusion, hemorrhage shock and GFR. | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110172560 | Method and Apparatus for Collecting and Preparing Biological Samples for Testing - A kit and a method are disclosed for collecting and preparing a biological sample for testing where the sample is to be mixed with a buffer prior to being tested. | 07-14-2011 |
| 20120078137 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR BEDSIDE COLLECTION OF BODY FLUIDS AND AUTOMATIC VOLUME LEVEL MONITORING - A bedside apparatus and method designed to collect and monitor liquids output from a catheterized patient including an electronic unit and one of a plurality of defined disposable collecting and measuring rigid vessels that may differ in shape and size. Each defined vessel has at least one inlet to connect to a catheter outputting liquid from a patient in order to collect the liquid in the defined vessel. The defined vessel has at least one outlet valve to control draining of liquid from the vessel. An electronic unit has a configuration to receive the defined vessel and to securely mount and hold the defined vessel in a fixed relationship. The electronic unit further has a liquid level sensing device located in juxtaposition to the defined vessel to sense the level of liquid contained in the vessel. | 03-29-2012 |
| 20120109011 | SAMPLE COLLECTOR WITH ADEQUACY SENSOR - The present invention provides a sample collection device for determining that an adequate amount of sample is collected, the sample collection device including a sample collection member for collecting a fluid sample and at least one electrode, the at least one electrode being in liquid communication with the sample collection member and including a processor. In one embodiment, the sample collection member includes a groove structure, wherein at least one electrode is located on each side of the groove. | 05-03-2012 |
| 20120143087 | FETAL LACTIC ACID MONITOR - A device and method for automatically and repeatedly measuring fetal Lactic Acid (LA) concentration in the blood, for monitoring fetal stress. The device is connected by a probe to the scalp of the fetus and measures the Lactic Acid concentration in the blood at preset intervals. The device is optionally provided with an alarm which is activated when lactic acid concentration is outside a preset normal range. | 06-07-2012 |
| 20120165699 | Method and Apparatus for Collecting and Preparing Biological Samples for Testing - A kit and a method are disclosed for collecting and preparing a biological sample for testing where the sample is to be mixed with a buffer prior to being tested. | 06-28-2012 |
| 20120226196 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR UROFLOWMETRY - The present invention generally pertains to an apparatus and a method for uroflowmetry. Uroflowmetry can generally be defined as the collection and measurement of a patient's urination for the purpose of determining urine flow data that are necessary to analyze the patient's urination by comparing the patient's urine flow data to standardized urine flow data of healthy individuals. The present invention allows medical professionals to non-invasively diagnose a patient's urination by collecting, measuring and computing urine flow data to determine if any medical conditions and symptoms that affect urine flow are present. The within invention is designed and constructed in such a manner as to allow for the collection and measurement of urination to be done quickly, easily and at a reduced cost. | 09-06-2012 |
| 20130053729 | Urine Diversion Device - Embodiments relate generally to urine diversion devices for positioning, in use, at least partly within a toilet bowl. The device in some embodiments comprises a body defining a basin and having a collection side and diverting means to divert urine received in the basin toward the collection side; foldable wings coupled to opposed sides of the body and positionable to overlie at least part of respective opposed sides of a toilet seat; and a cradle to hold a urine receptacle and extending from the collection side of the body, the cradle arranged to support the urine receptacle to receive urine diverted toward the collection side. | 02-28-2013 |
| 20130172781 | pH INDICATOR MODULE FOR GASTRIC TUBES - A pH indicator module is configured to attach on a proximal end to a suction mechanism and on a distal end to a proximal end of an aspiration tube. The pH indicator module comprises a barrel connector configured to attach to an aspiration tube, the barrel connector forming an inner passageway, the passageway being located in a direct flow path of the aspirated fluid when the pH indicator module is used. The barrel connector is configured to receive a pH indicator material placed in the passageway, the pH indicator material being configured to come into contact with a direct flow of the aspirated fluid drawn into the passageway to determine a pH value of the aspirated fluid. The pH indicator module also comprises a cap portion configured to attach on a proximal cap end to the suction mechanism and to attach on a distal cap end to the barrel connector. | 07-04-2013 |
| 20130245498 | APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD OF MONITORING BODILY FLUID OUTPUT IN A HEALTHCARE ENVIRONMENT - An apparatus, system and method of monitoring urine output. The apparatus, system and method includes at least one exit route for the urine output, a collection point for the urine output, and at least one output reader for display of at least one output reading. The output reader includes a detector, such as a weight sensor, an ultraviolet sensor, a float sensor, a mechanical diaphragm/counter, or an electromechanical or electrical sensor, through which the urine output passes, at least one local memory at which a counter output of the detector is stored, and a buffer that forwards the counter output accumulated at the at least one local memory to at least one remote memory at a predetermined interval. | 09-19-2013 |
| 20130267871 | APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD OF MONITORING BODILY FLUID OUTPUT IN A HEALTHCARE ENVIRONMENT - An apparatus, system and method of monitoring fluid output are disclosed. The apparatus, system and method includes at least one exit route for the fluid output, a collection point for the fluid output, and at least one output reader for display of at least one output reading device. The output reader includes a detector, such as a weight sensor, an ultraviolet sensor, a float sensor, a mechanical diaphragm/counter, or an electromechanical or electrical sensor, through which the fluid output passes, at least one local memory at which a counter output of the detector is stored, and a buffer that forwards the counter output accumulated at the at least one local memory to at least one remote memory at a predetermined interval. | 10-10-2013 |
| 20130289443 | Fluid Sample Collection and Testing Device and Method - A device and method for the collection and testing of mammalian fluid samples. The device consists of an outer sleeve and an inner swab whereby the inner swab fits into the internal cavity of the outer sleeve and is moveable within the outer sleeve. The outer sleeve contains testing means, such as a pH test or an amine release test within its internal cavity. A fluid sample is introduced to the device by way of a sample collection opening in the outer sleeve, which is received by the inner swab within the outer sleeve. The inner sleeve containing the sample is then moved through the outer sleeve so that it comes into contact with the testing means. | 10-31-2013 |
| 20140018702 | Urine Flow Monitoring Device and Method - Unique characteristic sounds produced as urine impacts the surface of the water are used to monitor men's urinary flow patterns and their dynamics. By detecting the intensity at selected acoustic frequencies, it is possible to accurately and precisely measure the urine flow rate. Techniques for analyzing urine flow and its dynamics employ sound levels that are detected with digital filters at two or more distinct frequency regions or channels of the sound spectrum. One frequency region that is designated the measurement channel is where the sound measurement intensity strongly depends on urine flow levels. Another frequency region that is designated the reference channel is where the sound measurement intensity is not dependent on urine flow levels. By using a combination of measurements from the measurement channel and the reference channel, the urine flow monitoring apparatus compensates for variations in operating conditions and other factors during use. | 01-16-2014 |
| 20140046215 | Assay Device for Testing an Analyte in Samples - This invention provides an assay device for testing an analyte in samples, comprising a chamber with an opening for collecting samples, a test element, and a sound indication structure. The indication structure creates sound by vibrating after the structure deforms and would move back to the original position. The assay device is easy to operate for non-professionals. | 02-13-2014 |
| 20140296746 | URINE FLOW MEASURING APPARATUS - A urine flow measuring apparatus that includes a container for receiving urine, measuring means for measuring the weight and/or volume of urine received by the container, and memory means for recording the weight and/or volume measured by the measuring means. Through a controller the measuring means: continually measures the weight and/or volume of the container at regular sampling intervals; and at each sampling interval, identifies if a positive change in the weight and/or volume of the container has occurred and then compares results within a data set, the data set including a result from the current sampling interval and results from all the sampling intervals during a given period. If a number of sampling intervals indicating a positive change in the weight and/or volume is above a certain threshold, the memory means is instructed to begin recording data, else the memory means is instructed to cease recording data. | 10-02-2014 |
| 20140330167 | SPECIMEN OBSERVATION, COLLECTION, STORAGE AND PRESERVATION DEVICES AND METHODS OF USE - The devices and methods taught in this disclosure are directed to facilitate the observation, collection, transportation, storage, and preservation of specimens possibly containing DNA, said specimens potentially constituting evidence of sexual assault. The devices and methods described further allow for a means of minimizing the possibility of specimen contamination, dilution, or degradation during the collection and storage processes. The disclosed devices may contain electrical components that provide for the generation and recordation of information (specifically, times, dates, and locations) related to circumstances surrounding the collection of such specimens. This information may serve as evidence corroborating the circumstance of specimen collection, it may help to maintain a known and identifiable Chain of Custody (CoC), and it may additionally be used for unique device identification (UDI), inventory control, and current procedural terminology (CPT) coding purposes. | 11-06-2014 |
| 20150112228 | Bagless, dry, odorless catheter - A bagless catheter and incontinence device, which reduces maceration, microbial skin infiltration and infection, urinary tract infection, and offers the user a normal, odor-free, active lifestyle, is provided. | 04-23-2015 |
| 20160058361 | MEASURMENT OF NURSED BREAST MILK - A nursing monitoring device includes an inlet conduit with an inlet opening to enable milk that is released from a nipple to enter the inlet conduit. An outlet conduit with an outlet opening enables milk from the outlet conduit to enter a mouth of a nursing child. A measurement unit connected to the inlet conduit and to the outlet conduit enables measurement of a property of the milk that flows from the inlet conduit to the outlet conduit via the measurement unit. The outlet conduit is sufficiently long to enable placement of the measurement unit laterally to the mouth. | 03-03-2016 |
| 20160058475 | Polymer Osteosynthesis/Translaminar Screw for Surgical Spine Treatment - A translaminar screw is formed from a polymer material (such as PEEK, PLLA, PCL, carbon fiber PEEK, and the like) so that the screw does not come loose, even after an extended period of mobilization. Spinal implants, instrumentation, and methods relating to stabilization and/or fusion of a facet joint via trans-facet and intra-facet delivery of the implants are disclosed herein. The implant or screw functions as a sort of flexible mechanical staple and/or key that prevents sliding motion between the diarthroidal surfaces of the facet joint. The spinal implant includes an elongated member extending from a distal tip to a proximal end having a head formed thereon. The elongated member can further include a threaded portion. The implant member can be, for example, a polymer translaminar screw that is formed from one of a PEEK, PLLA, PCL, carbon fiber PEEK, or similar polymer or other relatively flexible material. | 03-03-2016 |
| 20160066895 | Bodily Fluid Specimen Collection and Assay Device - The present invention is directed to a bodily fluid specimen collection and assay device having a bodily fluid collection cup and an integral hinged lid connected to the bodily fluid collection cup. The integral hinged lid forms a seal with the bodily fluid collection cup. The bodily fluid collection cup has a main collection chamber, an assaying test strip viewing window, a test strip magazine, a magazine supporting member, and assaying test strip. The flow of the bodily fluid specimen from the main collection chamber is controlled by plurality of flow ports and outward flow ports along with damming rib and raised rib. | 03-10-2016 |
| 20160074019 | LIQUID TEST DEVICE - A liquid test device has a liquid absorbing body | 03-17-2016 |
| 20160157836 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS TO DETERMINE BODY DRUG CONCENTRATION FROM AN ORAL FLUID - The present disclosure provides oral fluid collection devices and methods of using same to determine a total body concentration of one or more analytes in the oral fluid of a subject. | 06-09-2016 |
