公开(公告)号：US06623979B2

公开(公告)日：2003-09-23

申请号：US09971855

申请日：2001-10-04

Applicant: Murray Lappe ,  John W. Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

Inventor： Murray Lappe ,  John W. Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

IPC: G01N2103

CPC classification number: G06K19/10 ,  B01L3/502 ,  B01L3/5027 ,  B01L3/502715 ,  B01L3/545 ,  B01L2200/0605 ,  B01L2200/141 ,  B01L2300/021 ,  B01L2300/042 ,  B01L2300/046 ,  B01L2300/047 ,  B01L2300/0663 ,  B01L2300/069 ,  B01L2300/0832 ,  B01L2400/0406 ,  B01L2400/0478 ,  G01N33/528 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G06K2019/06253 ,  G16H10/40 ,  G16H40/63 ,  Y10S436/807 ,  Y10S436/808 ,  Y10T436/255

Abstract: A method and apparatus for collecting a fluid specimen, locally analyzing the specimen to qualitatively detect specified chemical components at concentrations above threshold levels, and providing machine readable test results for facilitating data collection and reporting. The apparatus includes an assaying device comprised of a cup for collecting a fluid specimen and a cap carrying at least one test strip for visually reacting to one or more specified chemical components in the specimen. The cap also carries an aliquot delivery mechanism for forcing an aliquot of the fluid specimen onto the test strip. The assaying device is preferably configured to interact with a reader device capable of reading the reaction of the test strip to produce a data output.

公开(公告)号：US06616894B2

公开(公告)日：2003-09-09

申请号：US09971850

申请日：2001-10-04

Applicant: Murray Lappe ,  John W. Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

Inventor： Murray Lappe ,  John W. Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

IPC: G01N3348

CPC classification number: G06K19/10 ,  B01L3/502 ,  B01L3/5027 ,  B01L3/502715 ,  B01L3/545 ,  B01L2200/0605 ,  B01L2200/141 ,  B01L2300/021 ,  B01L2300/042 ,  B01L2300/046 ,  B01L2300/047 ,  B01L2300/0663 ,  B01L2300/069 ,  B01L2300/0832 ,  B01L2400/0406 ,  B01L2400/0478 ,  G01N33/528 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G06K2019/06253 ,  G16H10/40 ,  G16H40/63 ,  Y10S436/807 ,  Y10S436/808 ,  Y10T436/255

Abstract: A method and apparatus for collecting a fluid specimen, locally analyzing the specimen to qualitatively detect specified chemical components at concentrations above threshold levels, and providing machine readable test results for facilitating data collection and reporting. The apparatus includes an assaying device comprised of a cup for collecting a fluid specimen and a cap carrying at least one test strip for visually reacting to one or more specified chemical components in the specimen. The cap also carries an aliquot delivery mechanism for forcing an aliquot of the fluid specimen onto the test strip. The assaying device is preferably configured to interact with a reader device capable of reading the reaction of the test strip to produce a data output.

公开(公告)号：US06342183B1

公开(公告)日：2002-01-29

申请号：US09245175

申请日：1999-02-05

Applicant: Murray Lappe ,  John W. Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

Inventor： Murray Lappe ,  John W. Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

IPC: G01N2103

CPC classification number: G06K19/10 ,  B01L3/502 ,  B01L3/5027 ,  B01L3/502715 ,  B01L3/545 ,  B01L2200/0605 ,  B01L2200/141 ,  B01L2300/021 ,  B01L2300/042 ,  B01L2300/046 ,  B01L2300/047 ,  B01L2300/0663 ,  B01L2300/069 ,  B01L2300/0832 ,  B01L2400/0406 ,  B01L2400/0478 ,  G01N33/528 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G06K2019/06253 ,  G16H10/40 ,  G16H40/63 ,  Y10S436/807 ,  Y10S436/808 ,  Y10T436/255

Abstract: A method and apparatus for collecting a fluid specimen, locally analyzing the specimen to qualitatively detect specified chemical components at concentrations above threshold levels, and providing machine readable test results for facilitating data collection and reporting. The apparatus includes an assaying device comprised of a cup for collecting a fluid specimen and a cap carrying at least one test strip for visually reacting to one or more specified chemical components in the specimen. The cap also carries an aliquot delivery mechanism for forcing an aliquot of the fluid specimen onto the test strip. The assaying device is preferably configured to interact with a reader device capable of reading the reaction of the test strip to produce a data output.

Abstract translation: 一种用于收集流体样本的方法和装置，局部分析样品以在高于阈值水平的浓度定性检测指定的化学成分，并提供用于促进数据收集和报告的机器可读测试结果。 该装置包括测定装置，其包括用于收集流体样本的杯子和承载至少一个测试条的帽子，用于在视觉上反应样品中的一种或多种指定的化学成分。 盖子还带有用于将流体样本的等分试样强迫到测试条上的等分试样输送机构。 测定装置优选地被配置为与能够读取测试条的反应以产生数据输出的读取器装置相互作用。

公开(公告)号：US20070048875A1

公开(公告)日：2007-03-01

申请号：US11553819

申请日：2006-10-27

Applicant: Murray Lappe ,  David Birkner ,  John Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

Inventor： Murray Lappe ,  David Birkner ,  John Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

IPC: G01N21/00

CPC classification number: G06K9/00154 ,  B01L3/502 ,  B01L3/502715 ,  B01L3/545 ,  B01L2200/0605 ,  B01L2200/141 ,  B01L2300/021 ,  B01L2300/025 ,  B01L2300/042 ,  B01L2300/046 ,  B01L2300/047 ,  B01L2300/0663 ,  B01L2300/069 ,  B01L2300/0825 ,  B01L2300/0832 ,  B01L2400/0406 ,  B01L2400/0478 ,  B01L2400/0683 ,  G01N33/528 ,  G01N33/54366 ,  G01N33/94 ,  G01N35/00871 ,  G06F19/3418 ,  G06K19/10 ,  G06K2019/06253 ,  G06Q30/018 ,  G06Q50/22 ,  G16H10/40 ,  G16H40/63 ,  Y10T436/12 ,  Y10T436/13 ,  Y10T436/25

Abstract: A system for automatically testing a fluid specimen, e.g., urine, to indicate the presence of specified chemical components in the specimen. The system preferably utilizes an assaying device comprised of a specimen container having a unique identifier thereon and a cap which carries at least one test strip. A method for testing and controlling a custody of the specimen comprises obtaining a specimen from a donor, wherein the specimen is obtained at a service site; storing the specimen in the specimen container; performing a test on the specimen using a reader device in communication with a computer, wherein the test is performed at the service site; providing an electronic chain of custody form that controls a chain of custody procedure for the specimen; and allowing the donor to sign the electronic chain of custody form at the service site by signinig an electronic signature pad.

Abstract translation: 用于自动测试流体样品（例如尿）以指示样品中特定化学成分的存在的系统。 该系统优选地使用包括其上具有唯一标识符的标本容器和携带至少一个测试条的盖的测定装置。 用于测试和控制样本保管的方法包括从供体获得样本，其中在服务地点获得样本; 将样品储存在样品容器中; 使用与计算机通信的读取装置对样本进行测试，其中在所述服务现场执行所述测试; 提供电子监管链表，控制样本的监管程序; 并允许捐赠者通过签名电子签名板在服务现场签署电子监管链表。

公开(公告)号：US20110208438A1

公开(公告)日：2011-08-25

申请号：US13100393

申请日：2011-05-04

Applicant: Murray I. Lappe ,  David A. Birkner ,  John W. Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

Inventor： Murray I. Lappe ,  David A. Birkner ,  John W. Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

IPC: G06F19/00

CPC classification number: G06K9/00154 ,  B01L3/502 ,  B01L3/502715 ,  B01L3/545 ,  B01L2200/0605 ,  B01L2200/141 ,  B01L2300/021 ,  B01L2300/025 ,  B01L2300/042 ,  B01L2300/046 ,  B01L2300/047 ,  B01L2300/0663 ,  B01L2300/069 ,  B01L2300/0825 ,  B01L2300/0832 ,  B01L2400/0406 ,  B01L2400/0478 ,  B01L2400/0683 ,  G01N33/528 ,  G01N33/54366 ,  G01N33/94 ,  G01N35/00871 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G06F19/3418 ,  G06K19/10 ,  G06K2019/06253 ,  G06Q30/018 ,  G06Q50/22 ,  G16H10/40 ,  G16H40/63 ,  Y10T436/12 ,  Y10T436/13 ,  Y10T436/25

Abstract: A system for automatically testing a fluid specimen, e.g., urine, to indicate the presence of specified chemical components in the specimen. The system preferably utilizes an assaying device comprised of a collection cup and a cap which carries at least one test strip. The device includes an integrated aliquot delivery mechanism actuatable to wet the test strip with an aliquot delivered from the fluid specimen. The assaying device is configured to operate in conjunction with an electronic reader device capable of actuating the aliquot delivery mechanism and reading the reaction of the test strip. A preferred reader device defines a keyed receptacle for accommodating a complementary shaped cup housing in a particular orientation. The reader device is comprised of a camera for capturing the image of a test strip, an actuator for actuating an aliquot delivery mechanism, and a microprocessor/controller for (1) controlling the camera and actuator and (2) processing the image.

Abstract translation: 用于自动测试流体样品（例如尿）以指示样品中特定化学成分的存在的系统。 该系统优选地使用由收集杯和盖子组成的测定装置，所述收集杯和盖子承载至少一个测试条。 该装置包括集成的等分试样递送机构，其可致动以用从流体样品递送的等分试样湿润测试条。 测定装置被配置为与能够致动等分输送机构并读取测试条的反应的电子读取器装置结合操作。 优选的读取器装置限定用于在特定取向上容纳互补形状的杯壳体的带键的容器。 读取器装置包括用于捕获测试条的图像的相机，用于致动等分输送机构的致动器以及用于（1）控制相机和致动器以及（2）处理该图像的微处理器/控制器。

公开(公告)号：US06716393B2

公开(公告)日：2004-04-06

申请号：US10072154

申请日：2002-02-06

Applicant: Murray I. Lappe ,  David A. Birkner ,  John W. Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

Inventor： Murray I. Lappe ,  David A. Birkner ,  John W. Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

IPC: G01N3348

CPC classification number: G06K9/00154 ,  B01L3/502 ,  B01L3/502715 ,  B01L3/545 ,  B01L2200/0605 ,  B01L2200/141 ,  B01L2300/021 ,  B01L2300/025 ,  B01L2300/042 ,  B01L2300/046 ,  B01L2300/047 ,  B01L2300/0663 ,  B01L2300/069 ,  B01L2300/0825 ,  B01L2300/0832 ,  B01L2400/0406 ,  B01L2400/0478 ,  B01L2400/0683 ,  G01N33/528 ,  G01N33/54366 ,  G01N33/94 ,  G01N35/00871 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G06F19/3418 ,  G06K19/10 ,  G06K2019/06253 ,  G06Q30/018 ,  G06Q50/22 ,  G16H10/40 ,  G16H40/63 ,  Y10T436/12 ,  Y10T436/13 ,  Y10T436/25

Abstract: A system for automatically testing a fluid specimen, e.g., urine, to indicate the presence of specified chemical components in the specimen. The system preferably utilizes an assaying device comprised of a collection cup and a cap which carries at least one test strip. The device includes an integrated aliquot delivery mechanism actuatable to wet the test strip with an aliquot delivered from the fluid specimen. The assaying device is configured to operate in conjunction with an electronic reader device capable of actuating the aliquot delivery mechanism and reading the reaction of the test strip. A preferred reader device defines a keyed receptacle for accommodating a complementary shaped cup housing in a particular orientation. The reader device is comprised of a camera for capturing the image of a test strip, an actuator for actuating an aliquot delivery mechanism, and a microprocessor/controller for (1) controlling the camera and actuator and (2) processing the image.

Abstract translation: 用于自动测试流体样品（例如尿）以指示样品中特定化学成分的存在的系统。 该系统优选地使用由收集杯和盖子组成的测定装置，所述收集杯和盖子承载至少一个测试条。 该装置包括集成的等分试样递送机构，其可致动以用从流体样品递送的等分试样湿润测试条。 测定装置被配置为与能够致动等分输送机构并读取测试条的反应的电子读取器装置结合操作。 优选的读取器装置限定用于在特定取向上容纳互补形状的杯壳体的带键的容器。 读取器装置包括用于捕获测试条的图像的相机，用于致动等分输送机构的致动器以及用于（1）控制相机和致动器以及（2）处理该图像的微处理器/控制器。

公开(公告)号：US08455257B2

公开(公告)日：2013-06-04

申请号：US13479125

申请日：2012-05-23

Applicant: Murray I. Lappe ,  David A. Birkner ,  John W. Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

Inventor： Murray I. Lappe ,  David A. Birkner ,  John W. Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

IPC: G01N33/00

CPC classification number: G06K9/00154 ,  B01L3/502 ,  B01L3/502715 ,  B01L3/545 ,  B01L2200/0605 ,  B01L2200/141 ,  B01L2300/021 ,  B01L2300/025 ,  B01L2300/042 ,  B01L2300/046 ,  B01L2300/047 ,  B01L2300/0663 ,  B01L2300/069 ,  B01L2300/0825 ,  B01L2300/0832 ,  B01L2400/0406 ,  B01L2400/0478 ,  B01L2400/0683 ,  G01N33/528 ,  G01N33/54366 ,  G01N33/94 ,  G01N35/00871 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G06F19/3418 ,  G06K19/10 ,  G06K2019/06253 ,  G06Q30/018 ,  G06Q50/22 ,  G16H10/40 ,  G16H40/63 ,  Y10T436/12 ,  Y10T436/13 ,  Y10T436/25

Abstract: A system for automatically testing a fluid specimen to indicate the presence of specified chemical components in the specimen. The system utilizes an assaying device having a collection cup and a cap that carries at least one test strip. The device includes an integrated aliquot delivery mechanism actuatable to wet the test strip with an aliquot delivered from the fluid specimen. The assaying device operates in conjunction with an electronic reader device capable of actuating the aliquot delivery mechanism and reading the reaction of the test strip. A reader device defines a keyed receptacle for accommodating a complementary shaped cup housing in a particular orientation. The reader device includes a camera for capturing the image of a test strip, an actuator for actuating an aliquot delivery mechanism, and a microprocessor/controller for (1) controlling the camera and actuator and (2) processing the image.

Abstract translation: 用于自动测试流体样本以指示样品中存在特定化学成分的系统。 该系统利用具有收集杯和携带至少一个测试条的帽的测定装置。 该装置包括集成的等分试样递送机构，其可致动以用从流体样品递送的等分试样湿润测试条。 测定装置与能够致动等分试剂递送机构并读取测试条的反应的电子阅读器装置一起操作。 读取器装置限定用于容纳具有特定取向的互补形状的杯壳体的带键的容器。 读取器装置包括用于捕获测试条的图像的相机，用于致动等分输送机构的致动器以及用于（1）控制相机和致动器以及（2）处理该图像的微处理器/控制器。

公开(公告)号：US06514461B1

公开(公告)日：2003-02-04

申请号：US09444926

申请日：1999-11-24

Applicant: Murray I. Lappe ,  David A. Birkner ,  John W. Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

Inventor： Murray I. Lappe ,  David A. Birkner ,  John W. Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

IPC: G01N3348

CPC classification number: G06K9/00154 ,  B01L3/502 ,  B01L3/502715 ,  B01L3/545 ,  B01L2200/0605 ,  B01L2200/141 ,  B01L2300/021 ,  B01L2300/025 ,  B01L2300/042 ,  B01L2300/046 ,  B01L2300/047 ,  B01L2300/0663 ,  B01L2300/069 ,  B01L2300/0825 ,  B01L2300/0832 ,  B01L2400/0406 ,  B01L2400/0478 ,  B01L2400/0683 ,  G01N33/528 ,  G01N33/54366 ,  G01N33/94 ,  G01N35/00871 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G06F19/3418 ,  G06K19/10 ,  G06K2019/06253 ,  G06Q30/018 ,  G06Q50/22 ,  G16H10/40 ,  G16H40/63 ,  Y10T436/12 ,  Y10T436/13 ,  Y10T436/25

Abstract: A system for automatically testing a fluid specimen, e.g., urine, to indicate the presence of specified chemical components in the specimen. The system preferably utilizes an assaying device comprised of a collection cup and a cap which carries at least one test strip. The device includes an integrated aliquot delivery mechanism actuatable to wet the test strip with an aliquot delivered from the fluid specimen. The assaying device is configured to operate in conjunction with an electronic reader device capable of actuating the aliquot delivery mechanism and reading the reaction of the test strip. A preferred reader device defines a keyed receptacle for accommodating a complementary shaped cup housing in a particular orientation. The reader device is comprised of a camera for capturing the image of a test strip, an actuator for actuating an aliquot delivery mechanism, and a microprocessor/controller for (1) controlling the camera and actuator and (2) processing the image.

公开(公告)号：US20070048184A1

公开(公告)日：2007-03-01

申请号：US11553836

申请日：2006-10-27

Applicant: Murray Lappe ,  David Birkner ,  John Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

Inventor： Murray Lappe ,  David Birkner ,  John Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

IPC: G01N33/00

CPC classification number: G06K9/00154 ,  B01L3/502 ,  B01L3/502715 ,  B01L3/545 ,  B01L2200/0605 ,  B01L2200/141 ,  B01L2300/021 ,  B01L2300/025 ,  B01L2300/042 ,  B01L2300/046 ,  B01L2300/047 ,  B01L2300/0663 ,  B01L2300/069 ,  B01L2300/0825 ,  B01L2300/0832 ,  B01L2400/0406 ,  B01L2400/0478 ,  B01L2400/0683 ,  G01N33/528 ,  G01N33/54366 ,  G01N33/94 ,  G01N35/00871 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G06F19/3418 ,  G06K19/10 ,  G06K2019/06253 ,  G06Q30/018 ,  G06Q50/22 ,  G16H10/40 ,  G16H40/63 ,  Y10T436/12 ,  Y10T436/13 ,  Y10T436/25

Abstract: A system for testing a plurality of test specimens, e.g., urine, to indicate the presence of specified chemical components in the specimen. The system preferably utilizes a testing device for local testing of the specimen at a service site. The system further includes a computer located at the service site and operable to receive test results obtained by the testing device. The computer then uploads the test result to a host computer remote from the service site. The host computer is in communication with a plurality of computers located at a plurality of service sites.

Abstract translation: 一种用于测试多个测试样品（例如尿）以指示样品中特定化学成分的存在的系统。 该系统优选地利用测试装置来在服务现场对样本进行本地测试。 该系统还包括位于服务现场的计算机，用于接收由测试设备获得的测试结果。 然后，计算机将测试结果上传到远离服务站点的主机上。 主计算机与位于多个服务站点的多个计算机通信。

公开(公告)号：US20120284054A1

公开(公告)日：2012-11-08

申请号：US13479125

申请日：2012-05-23

Applicant: Murray I. Lappe ,  David A. Birkner ,  John W. Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

Inventor： Murray I. Lappe ,  David A. Birkner ,  John W. Goodin ,  Keith Patten ,  Bill Whitford

IPC: G06Q50/24

CPC classification number: G06K9/00154 ,  B01L3/502 ,  B01L3/502715 ,  B01L3/545 ,  B01L2200/0605 ,  B01L2200/141 ,  B01L2300/021 ,  B01L2300/025 ,  B01L2300/042 ,  B01L2300/046 ,  B01L2300/047 ,  B01L2300/0663 ,  B01L2300/069 ,  B01L2300/0825 ,  B01L2300/0832 ,  B01L2400/0406 ,  B01L2400/0478 ,  B01L2400/0683 ,  G01N33/528 ,  G01N33/54366 ,  G01N33/94 ,  G01N35/00871 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G06F19/3418 ,  G06K19/10 ,  G06K2019/06253 ,  G06Q30/018 ,  G06Q50/22 ,  G16H10/40 ,  G16H40/63 ,  Y10T436/12 ,  Y10T436/13 ,  Y10T436/25

Abstract: A system for automatically testing a fluid specimen to indicate the presence of specified chemical components in the specimen. The system utilizes an assaying device having a collection cup and a cap that carries at least one test strip. The device includes an integrated aliquot delivery mechanism actuatable to wet the test strip with an aliquot delivered from the fluid specimen. The assaying device operates in conjunction with an electronic reader device capable of actuating the aliquot delivery mechanism and reading the reaction of the test strip. A reader device defines a keyed receptacle for accommodating a complementary shaped cup housing in a particular orientation. The reader device includes a camera for capturing the image of a test strip, an actuator for actuating an aliquot delivery mechanism, and a microprocessor/controller for (1) controlling the camera and actuator and (2) processing the image.

Abstract translation: 用于自动测试流体样本以指示样品中存在特定化学成分的系统。 该系统利用具有收集杯和携带至少一个测试条的帽的测定装置。 该装置包括集成的等分试样递送机构，其可致动以用从流体样品递送的等分试样湿润测试条。 测定装置与能够致动等分试剂递送机构并读取测试条的反应的电子阅读器装置一起操作。 读取器装置限定用于容纳具有特定取向的互补形状的杯壳体的带键的容器。 读取器装置包括用于捕获测试条的图像的相机，用于致动等分输送机构的致动器以及用于（1）控制相机和致动器以及（2）处理该图像的微处理器/控制器。