JP2009520973A - Container with RFID device for containing test sensor - Google Patents

Abstract

A container with an RFID device for receiving a test strip is provided.
The present invention relates to a container with an RFID device for receiving a test strip, the RFID device being positioned between the outermost and innermost surfaces of the container.
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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
1. FIELD OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates generally to containers for sensors having a mechanism for storing calibration information, and in particular to test sensor containers including a radio frequency identification device, and a device for analyzing calibration information. About how to enter.

2. Background of the Invention Devices and methods for measuring analytes in fluids and test sensors such as strips used in such devices and methods are well known. Typically, the test strip is housed in a disposable container that is independent of a device such as a handheld photometric or electrochemical meter that measures the analyte of interest. The test strip is removed from the container, a sample of fluid is supplied onto the strip, and the strip is inserted into the apparatus for analysis of the desired component. After the analysis is complete, the test strip is withdrawn from the instrument and the strip is discarded.

  A system including such an instrument and strip is particularly useful in the management and monitoring of chronic conditions such as diabetes, where the analyte to be determined is glucose and the fluid is whole blood. Such instruments have been commercially available for several years, for example, OneTouch * Ultra * test strips and instruments (* produced by LifeScan Inc., Milpitas, Calif., Trademark of LifeScan Inc.) . The portability of such a system provides benefits to the user, but other disadvantages remain. One such disadvantage is that the user typically has to enter information into the instrument that accounts for variability in test strip performance. Generally, this variability in test strip performance is due to variability in manufacturing conditions for strips that are typically batch produced. Information that the user enters into the instrument is typically calibration information including, for example, a set of calibration parameters and / or calibration numbers, and / or other information used to adjust internal calculation settings in the instrument. is there. This latter setting is then used to adjust the measured value of the analyte present in the sample on the strip. The calibration information is usually provided on a strip container and is typically printed on a label that is secured to the outside of the container. However, there remains a risk that inaccurate measurements will be taken because the user has entered calibration information incorrectly or because the user has forgotten to update the calibration information when appropriate. Typically, the calibration information changes from batch to batch, and the user typically checks the calibration information in the instrument each time a sensor from a different batch is used, for example, when a new container for the sensor is opened. Should be updated.

  Accordingly, there remains a need for a means for providing calibration information to a meter that reduces the risk of incorrectly entering that information into the meter.

  Although this document refers to strips or test strips, it should be understood that sensors of any size or shape or test sensors may be used, as would be understood by one skilled in the art.

  US Pat. No. 5,989,917 (by the Applicant) describes glucose monitoring and a test strip container for use in glucose monitoring.

[Summary of the Invention]
In one aspect, the present invention is a container for receiving a test strip, the container including a body, a base, an encapsulation mechanism, and a radio frequency recognition device, and a plurality of containers for receiving the test strip. , A body, a base, an encapsulation mechanism, and a plurality of containers including a radio wave recognition device, wherein the radio wave recognition device is information relating to calibration of an analyte measuring device for use with a test strip contained in the container. It has a microchip with information storage capability.

  In a further aspect, the present invention further relates to a method of producing a container for containing a test strip, the container including a body, a base, an encapsulation mechanism, and a radio frequency recognition device.

  Another aspect of the invention relates to a method for reducing the risk that calibration information may be input incorrectly into a test instrument.

  One exemplary embodiment relates to a container for containing a test sensor, comprising an outermost surface, an innermost surface, and a radio frequency recognition device positioned between the outermost surface and the innermost surface.

  Another exemplary embodiment relates to a container that includes at least one layer of material, wherein the radio frequency recognition device is embedded within the material. Optionally, at least one layer of the container includes an adsorbent. Optionally, the adsorbent comprises bentonite or hydrophillically modified silica.

  Another exemplary embodiment relates to a container comprising a polyolefin composition. Optionally, the polyolefin composition comprises polypropylene.

  Another exemplary embodiment relates to a container that includes a cavity, in which the radio frequency recognition device is located. Optionally, the radio wave recognition device is located on the innermost surface of the container.

  Another exemplary embodiment relates to a container, the container including two or more layers, wherein the radio frequency recognition device is located inside the outer layer. Optionally, the radio wave recognition device is embedded in its outer layer.

  Another exemplary embodiment relates to a container that includes two or more layers, where the radio frequency recognition device is located inside the inner layer. Optionally, the radio wave recognition device is embedded in the inner layer.

  Another exemplary embodiment relates to a container that includes two or more layers, where the radio frequency recognition device is positioned between the inner and outer layers.

  Another exemplary embodiment relates to a container, the container includes two or more layers, and the radio frequency recognition device is located within the encapsulation mechanism.

  Another exemplary embodiment relates to a container according to any one of the foregoing, further comprising a label having a radio frequency recognition device. Optionally, the label includes an adhesive suitable for fixation. Optionally, the radio frequency recognition device is on the outermost surface of the label and / or is located in or adjacent to the label adhesive.

  Another exemplary embodiment relates to a container, wherein the radio frequency recognition device has information storage capability for information relating to calibration of the analyte measuring device for use with a test strip contained within the container.

  Another aspect of the invention is a method for entering calibration information into a test instrument, including a container having an RFID device having calibration information that accounts for performance variability of test strips present in the container. A container and an instrument comprising a radio transceiver and means for the instrument to convert received radio signals into calibration parameters, in the immediate vicinity, generally from about 0 m to about 100 m Within a distance of 0 m to 0.2 m, in which case the means for transferring calibration information transfers the calibration information from the microchip as a radio or microwave signal to the receiver. Operated for.

  The novel features of the invention are set forth with particularity in the appended claims. A better understanding of the features and advantages of the present invention will be obtained by reference to the following detailed description that sets forth illustrative embodiments, in which the principles of the invention are utilized, by way of example only, and the accompanying drawings of which: I will.

[Detailed description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is a schematic sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container (2) according to the present invention. The container (2) includes a cavity (4), a body (6), a base (8), and an encapsulation mechanism (8). In the illustrated embodiment, the body (6), base (8), and encapsulation mechanism (8) of the container (2) each include an outer layer (12) and an inner layer (14), each outer layer (12) is coupled to the inner layer (14) by a first tie layer (16). Each outer layer (12) has an outermost surface (18) and each inner layer (14) has an innermost surface (20). A radio frequency identification (RFID) device (22) is secured to the innermost surface (20) of the body (6) of the container (2). The encapsulation mechanism (10) of the illustrated exemplary embodiment is attached to the body (6) by an attachment mechanism (24). The base (8) is attached to the body (6) by a second tie layer (26).

  FIG. 2 is a schematic plan view from above of one embodiment of a container according to the present invention showing the RFID device (22) secured to the innermost surface (20) of the body (6) of the container (2). ing.

  FIG. 3 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one exemplary embodiment of a container (2) according to the present invention, showing an RFID device (22) secured to the innermost surface (20) of the base (8) of the container. ing. In the illustrated embodiment, the outer layer (12) of the body (6) and base (8) is formed as a single monolith, and the inner layer (14) of the body (6) and base (8). Are formed as a single monolith, and the body (6) and the first connecting layer (16) of the base (8) are formed as a single monolith.

  FIG. 4 is a schematic cross-sectional elevational view of an exemplary embodiment of a container (2) according to the present invention, wherein the RFID device (20) is secured to the innermost surface (20) of the containment mechanism (10) of the container (2). 22). The illustrated embodiment also shows a monolithic base (8) attached to the body (6) of the container (2) by a second tie layer (26).

  FIG. 5 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container (2) according to the present invention, including a supporting substrate (28) secured to the innermost surface (20) of the body of the container (2). An RFID device (22) is shown.

  FIG. 6 is a schematic sectional elevational view of one embodiment through a container (2) according to the present invention, a supporting substrate (fixed to the innermost surface (20) of the base (8) of the container (2) ( 28) shows an RFID device (22) including.

  FIG. 7 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container (2) according to the present invention, with a supporting substrate (28) secured to the innermost surface of the enclosure (10) of the container (2). Shows RFID device (22) including

  FIG. 8 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container (2) according to the present invention, the RFID device (22) positioned in the inner layer (14) of the body (6) of the container (2). Is shown.

  FIG. 9 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container (2) according to the present invention, the RFID device (22) positioned in the inner layer (14) of the base (8) of the container (2). Is shown.

  FIG. 10 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container (2) according to the present invention, the RFID device (22) positioned in the inner layer (14) of the containment mechanism (10) of the container (2). ).

  FIG. 11 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container (2) according to the present invention, the RFID device (22) located in the outer layer (12) of the body (6) of the container (2). Is shown.

  FIG. 12 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container (2) according to the present invention, RFID device (22) positioned in the outer layer (12) of the base (6) of the container (2) Is shown.

  FIG. 13 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container (2) according to the present invention, the RFID device (22) positioned in the outer layer (12) of the containment mechanism (10) of the container (2). ).

  FIG. 14 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container (2) according to the present invention, between the inner layer (14) and the outer layer (12) of the body (6) of the container (2). The located RFID device (22) is shown. In the illustrated embodiment, the body (6) and the outer layer (12) of the base (8) are formed as a single monolith, and the inner layer (14) of the body (6) and the base (8) is a single monolith. Formed as a monolith, the body (6) and the first connecting layer (16) of the base (8) are formed as a single monolith.

  FIG. 15 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container (2) according to the present invention, wherein an RFID device (between the inner layer (14) and the outer layer (12) at the base of the container ( 22).

  FIG. 16 is a schematic sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container (2) according to the present invention, between the inner layer (14) and the outer layer (12) of the containment mechanism (10) of the container (2). The RFID device (22) located in FIG.

  FIG. 17 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container (2) according to the present invention, located on the outermost surface (18) of the outer layer (12) of the body (6) of the container (2). RFID device (22) is shown.

  Figure 18 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container (2) according to the present invention, located on the outermost surface (18) of the outer layer (12) of the base (8) of the container (2). RFID device (22) is shown.

  FIG. 19 is a schematic cross sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container (2) according to the present invention, located on the outer surface (18) of the outer layer (12) of the containment mechanism (10) of the container (2). RFIDd device (22) is shown.

  FIG. 20 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment through a container (2) comprising a label (30) according to the present invention, on the outer surface (32) of the outer layer (34) of the label (30). Shows the located RFID device (22)

  FIG. 21 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment through a container (2) containing a label (30) according to the present invention, showing the RFID device (22) positioned in the adhesive layer of the label. .

  FIG. 22 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container (2) according to the present invention, in which an exemplary slot (38) and recess (40) in which an RFID device (not shown) can be located. Is shown. In the illustrated embodiment, the body (6) and the outer layer (12) of the base (8) are formed as a single monolith, and the inner layer (14) of the body (6) and the base (8) is a single monolith. It is formed as a monolith.

[Detailed explanation]
The container includes a body (6), a base (8), an encapsulation mechanism (10), and a radio frequency identification (RFID) device (22). The body (6) and the base (8) define a cavity (4) and the strip is received in the cavity (4). The body (6) of the container (2) typically has a proximal end, a distal end, an inner surface, and an outer surface. The body (6) of the container (2) typically has an essentially uniform cross-sectional area when viewed from the proximal end of the body (6), although non-uniform cross-sectional areas are possible. Typically, when viewed from the proximal end of the container (2), the cross-sectional area of the body (6) is rectangular, oval or circular, so the form of the body (6) is a hollow cuboid or A hollow column, for example, a hollow elliptical column or a hollow cylinder.

  In some embodiments of the invention, the body (6) of the container (2) is a single layer monolith. Generally, the main body (6) of the container (2) is produced using a material that does not impair the radio wave recognition method. Such materials include, but are not limited to, thermoplastic materials such as high density polyethylene or polypropylene, or copolymers of ethylene or propylene. Materials include other substances and compositions such as pigments, plasticizers, antioxidants, antibacterial agents, mold release agents, gas barrier agents, fillers, adsorbents, stabilizers, and flame retardants. May be included. Materials useful in the present invention include, for example, U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,723,085, 6,174,952, 6,177,183, 6,194,079, , 221,446, and 6,316,520, and the polymers described in EP 1173502, the disclosures of which are hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety. It shall be incorporated in An adsorbent is defined herein as a material that has the ability or tendency to take up a liquid or gas by either absorption or adsorption. Adsorbents that have the ability to take up water or water vapor are further defined herein as dessicants. Useful adsorbents include molecular sieves, zeolites, diatomaceous earth, silica gel, hydrophilic modified silica, and absorbent clays such as bentonite. Useful adsorbents are further described in European Patent Application Publication Nos. 0 663 793 and 0 678 054, which are incorporated herein by reference.

  In one embodiment of the invention, the body (6) includes at least one inner layer (14) and at least one outer layer (12), the outermost surface (18) of the outer layer (12) being partially or fully And the innermost surface (20) of the inner layer (14) partially or completely defines the innermost surface of the main body (6) of the container (2). When the container (2) includes two or more layers, each layer generally has an inner surface and an outer surface. The inner layer (14) and the outer layer (12) may be the same thickness or different thicknesses, and the thickness of each layer may be uniform or non-uniform.

  The outer layer (12) is typically made from a material that does not impair the radio frequency recognition method. Such materials include thermoplastics such as high density polyethylene or polypropylene, or copolymers of ethylene or propylene. The outer layer (12) may further include other materials such as pigments, plasticizers, antioxidants, antibacterial agents, mold release agents, gas barrier agents, fillers, stabilizers, and flame retardants.

  The inner layer (14) is also typically made from a material that does not compromise the radio frequency recognition method, and includes pigments, plasticizers, antioxidants, antibacterial agents, mold release agents, gas barrier agents, fillers, stabilizers, and Materials such as flame retardants can be included. In a preferred embodiment, the inner layer (14) includes other agents, such as adsorbents and / or antibacterial agents, to condition the environment within the cavity of the container (2).

  The inner layer (14) and the outer layer (12) may be joined together by a first tie layer (16) such as an adhesive positioned between the inner layer (14) and the outer layer (12). Suitable adhesives include hot melt adhesives and pressure sensitive adhesives. Alternatively and typically, if the inner and outer layers are thermoplastic, they can be joined together by heat.

  The container (2) is provided with a base (8) to hold the strip inside the cavity of the container (2). The base (8) is secured to the distal end of the body (6) of the container (2) and includes an innermost surface (20) and an outermost surface (18) and optionally includes one or more layers. In one embodiment, the base (8) comprises a material that is the same composition as the body (6) of the container (2). In another embodiment, the base (8) includes an inner layer (14) and an outer layer (12), and the inner layer (14) and outer layer (12) are optionally thermally or second adhesively connected. The layers (26) are used to join each other. In yet another embodiment, the inner layer (14) is made from the same material as the inner layer (14) of the body (6) of the container (2). In still other embodiments, the outer layer (12) is made from the same material as the outer layer (12) of the body (6) of the container (2). In some embodiments, the base (8) and the body (6) form a monolith, for example, the body (6) of the container (2) has a single layer and the base (8) is a single layer. With one layer, the container (2) and base (8) can be formed as a single monolith by processes such as injection molding or blow molding. In other embodiments where the body (6) includes two or more layers, the base (8) can be formed as a monolith with one or more layers of the body (6). Alternatively, the base (8) and the body (6) can be formed separately, after which the base (8) is secured to the distal end of the body (6). In this case, the base (8) can be secured to the distal end of the body (6) by known means such as using an adhesive or by thermal bonding.

  The container (2) is usually provided with an encapsulation mechanism (10). Such an encapsulation mechanism generally reduces the exposure of the strip inside the cavity of the container (2) to environmental influences that can adversely affect the performance of the strip, such as moisture, light or air. Is necessary. Examples of encapsulation mechanisms include caps, particularly caps that can be resealed, lids, stoppers, stoppers, membranes, or foils. The encapsulation mechanism (10) can be attached to the body (6) of the container (2) by an attachment mechanism (24) such as a hinge or clip, or can be independent of the body (6) of the container (2). Good. Useful container and cap assemblies are described, for example, in WO 01/15989, incorporated herein by reference.

  The container (2) includes a radio frequency identification (RFID) device. Preferably, the RFID device (22) is a microchip that stores information relating to the calibration of an analyte measuring device (eg, a handheld instrument) for use with a test sensor, such as a strip, contained in a container (2). And typically further includes at least one antenna for receiving, transmitting, or scattering wireless signals, and optionally a power source such as a battery. The RFID device (22) optionally includes a flexible support substrate (28) on which an antenna, microchip, and any power source are secured to form a tag. Is done.

  In one embodiment of the invention, the RFID device (22) resides in the cavity of the container (2). In some exemplary embodiments, the RFID device (22) includes an innermost surface (20) of the body (6) (see FIG. 1), an innermost surface (20) of the base (8) of the container (2) (FIG. 3), and / or the innermost surface (20) of the encapsulation mechanism (10) (see FIG. 4). In some exemplary embodiments, the inner layer (14) provides a supporting substrate (28) for the RFID device (22). In another exemplary embodiment, an RFID device that includes a supporting substrate (28) is secured to the innermost surface (20) of the container (2) (see FIGS. 5, 6 and 7). In a further embodiment of the invention in which the container (2) comprises an inner layer (14) and an outer layer (12), the inner layer (14) and the outer layer (12) are either the body (6) of the container (2). , The base (8), or the encapsulation mechanism (10), or any combination thereof, and the RFID device (22) is present in the inner layer (14) (FIG. 8, FIG. 9 and FIG. 10). In such embodiments, the RFID device (22) is generally not exposed to the contents of the vial and can be protected from damage from mechanical, electrical, or other effects. In still further embodiments, the RFID device (22) is present in the outer layer (12) of the body (6), base (8), or encapsulation mechanism (10) of the container (2) (FIG. 11, FIG. 12 and FIG. 13). In yet another embodiment, the RFID device (22) is provided in either the layer of the body (6), the layer of the base (8), or the layer of the encapsulation mechanism (10) of the container (2). Placed in the slot (38) or on the recess (40) (see FIG. 22). Alternatively, the RFID device (22) is embedded in a material from which an inner layer (14) or an outer layer (12) is made. In many embodiments, the RFID device (22) is present between the inner layer (14) and the outer layer (12) of the container (2) (see FIGS. 14, 15 and 16). In another embodiment of the invention, the RFID device (22) is secured to the outermost surface (18) of the outer layer (12) of the container (2) (FIGS. 17, 18 and 19).

  The choice of location for the RFID device (22) in or on the container (2) depends to some extent on the process used to manufacture the container (2). For example, in one embodiment of the present invention, the body (6), base (8) or encapsulation mechanism (10) of the container (2) is extruded, co-extruded, extrusion laminated, extrusion coated, co-molding. ) Or two-shot molding, and the RFID device (22) is incorporated into the extruded material of the body (6) during the extrusion process. As used herein, the term monolith refers to the components of the container (2) that are typically formed as a single piece from a homogeneous material. In one exemplary embodiment, the container (2) is produced, in whole or in part, by a process that includes a two-shot molding step, in which the inner layer (14) is optionally produced as a monolith, An RFID device (22) is located on the outermost surface of the inner layer (14) or within the inner layer (14), optionally embedded within the inner layer (14), and the outer layer (12) is typically Molded as a monolith around the inner layer (14). In another exemplary embodiment, the container (2) is produced, in whole or in part, by a process that includes a two-shot molding step, in which the outer layer (12) is typically a monolith. The RFID device (22) is located on the innermost surface of the outer layer (12) or inside the outer layer (12), optionally embedded within the outer layer (12), and the inner layer (14) is optional As a monolith, it is molded inside the outer layer (12). In another embodiment, the container body (6) comprises an outer layer (12) and an inner layer (14), the inner layer (14) and the outer layer (12) being formed separately, the inner layer (14). Is mechanically inserted into the outer layer (12) of the body (6) so that the outer layer (12) forms a sheath around the inner layer (14) and the RFID device (22) is optional. In addition, prior to insertion of the inner layer (14), it may be temporarily or permanently fixed to the inner surface of the outer layer (12) or to the outer surface of the inner layer (14), whereby the RFID device (22) Can be present between the two layers in the produced container (2).

  FIG. 22 is an exemplary embodiment of a container showing an exemplary slot (38) and recess (40) into which an RFID device (22) (not shown) may be inserted.

  The selection of the location of the RFID device (22) is also determined in part by the desire to protect the RFID device (22) from environmental influences. For example, if the outer surface of the container (2) is subjected to mechanical handling, the RFID device (22) is optionally not positioned on the outer surface of the outer layer (12) of the container (2). Alternatively, if it is desired to protect the RFID device (22) from exposure to the contents of the container (2), the RFID device (22) is optionally within the inner layer (14) of the container (2). It is not fixed to the side. Thus, in certain situations, the RFID device (22) can be placed inside the inner layer (14), inside the outer layer (12), or between the inner layer (14) and the outer layer (12) as described herein. It may be advantageous to be in between. Indeed, in one aspect of the invention, the RFID device (22) is optionally positioned between the outermost surface (18) of the container (2) and the innermost surface (20) of the container (2), thereby If more than one layer is provided, the RFID device (22) is positioned between the outermost surface (18) of the outer layer (12) and the innermost surface (20) of the inner layer (14). Methods of manufacturing the body (6), encapsulation mechanism (10), or base (8), or assemblies thereof, of the container (2) are generally well known in the art, eg, see US Pat. 911,937, 6,769,558, 4,783,056, 4,812,116, and 5,723,085, and their disclosures. The contents are hereby incorporated by reference. One skilled in the art will appreciate that these methods can be easily configured to include an RFID device (22).

  The container (2) may further comprise a label (30) secured to the body (6), the encapsulation mechanism (10) or the base (8) of the container (2). Preferably, the label (30) is fixed to the outer surface of the container (2). Typically, the label (30) includes an adhesive layer for securing the label (30) to the outer surface of the container (2). In some embodiments, the RFID device (22) is present in or on the label (30) (see FIG. 19) or in the adhesive layer of the label (30) (see FIG. 20). The label (30) may further include other features such as information about the contents of the container (2). In some embodiments, the label (30) partially or completely covers the outer surface of the outer layer (12) of the container (2). In yet another embodiment, the label (30) displays calibration information for the test strip container (2). In such an embodiment, the user generally has a visual means for comparing the calibration information on the label (30) with the readings on the instrument and displaying the calibration information. Is provided.

  The container (2) is designed to receive the test strip in a non-systematic or systematic manner. One example of a container (2) used to contain strips in a non-systematic manner is a vial. Strips that are typically about 10 mm to about 40 mm in length and typically about 3 mm to about 10 mm in width are placed in vials that are longer and wider than individual strips. Typically, the vial is about 15 mm to about 50 mm in length and about 5 mm to about 30 mm in width. The test strip is generally not oriented by any means other than in the form of a vial cavity. One example of a container (2) used to contain vials in a systematic manner is a cartridge. Such a cartridge is a container (2) in which strips are inserted in a systematic manner, for example as a stack of strips. The container (2) may also be provided with a strip dispensing mechanism and a mechanism for pushing the strip towards the dispensing mechanism.

  The container (2) can be housed inside the analytical device. The container (2) may or may not have a functional interaction with the analytical device for sending the strip to the test location.

  The present invention is particularly useful when the test strip is used in the measurement of an analyte such as glucose or cholesterol, but other analytes can also be measured. Fluids of particular interest include biological fluids such as whole blood, whole blood fractions or derivatives, interstitial fluid, urine, or sweat. Non-biological fluids that can be used with the test strip typically include a control fluid with a known analyte concentration that is used to confirm the performance of the analyte measurement device.

  One aspect of the present invention relates to a method for reducing the risk that calibration information is incorrectly input into a test instrument, the container (2), the performance of the test strip present in the container (2). A container (2) containing an RFID device (22) with calibration information stored on a microchip, accounting for variability, and an instrument, a radio transceiver, and a radio signal received for the instrument A meter provided with a means for converting the value to a calibration parameter is placed in close proximity, preferably within a distance of about 0 m to about 100 m, more preferably between about 0 m to about 0.1 m, in which case The means for transferring calibration information is activated to transfer the calibration information from the microchip as a radio or microwave signal to the receiver. For example, in one use, the instrument is a radio transceiver, and the instrument is provided with a means for converting a received radio signal into a calibration parameter for the instrument of the container (2) of the present invention. Located in the immediate vicinity. The RFID device (22) of the container (2) stores calibration information describing the performance variability of the strips present in the container (2), and the calibration information stored on the microchip is stored during manufacture. Almost at the same time that the strip was tested, it was calculated in advance. Thereafter, the means for transferring calibration information is activated. This means is a radio signal transmission / reception / processing circuit or the like in the instrument, which transfers calibration information from the microchip to the instrument receiver. Thus, the user does not have to manually enter calibration information regarding the test strip in container (2) into the instrument.

  It should be understood that various alternatives to the embodiments of the invention described herein may be used in the practice of the present invention. It is intended that the following claims define the scope of the invention and thereby include the methods and structures within the scope of these claims and their equivalents.

Embodiment
(1) In a container for housing a test sensor,
The outermost surface,
The innermost surface,
A radio wave recognition device positioned between the outermost surface and the innermost surface;
Including a container.
(2) In the container according to Embodiment 1,
The container comprises at least one layer of material;
The radio wave mode recognition device is a container embedded in the material.
(3) In the container according to Embodiment 2,
The container, wherein the at least one layer comprises an adsorbent.
(4) In the container according to Embodiment 3,
The adsorbent is a container containing bentonite or hydrophilic modified silica.
(5) In the container according to any one of Embodiments 1 to 4,
The container includes a polyolefin composition.
(6) In the container according to Embodiment 5,
The container, wherein the polyolefin composition comprises polypropylene.
(7) In the container,
Hollow,
Including
A container in which a radio wave recognition device is located inside the cavity.
(8) In the container according to embodiment 7,
The radio wave type recognition device is a container positioned on the innermost surface of the container.
(9) In the container according to any one of Embodiments 1 to 8,
The container comprises two or more layers;
A container in which a radio frequency recognition device is located inside the outer layer.
(10) In the container according to embodiment 9,
The radio wave mode recognition device is a container embedded in the outer layer.
(11) In the container according to any one of Embodiments 1 to 10,
The container comprises two or more layers;
A container in which a radio frequency recognition device is located inside the inner layer.
(12) In the container according to embodiment 9,
The radio wave mode recognition device is a container embedded in the inner layer.
(13) In the container according to any one of Embodiments 1 to 12,
The container comprises two or more layers;
A container in which a radio frequency recognition device is located between an inner layer and an outer layer.
(14) In the container according to any one of Embodiments 1 to 13,
The container comprises two or more layers;
The radio wave type recognition device is a container positioned inside an enclosing mechanism.
(15) In the container according to any one of Embodiments 1 to 14,
A label having a radio wave recognition device,
Further comprising a container.
(16) In the container according to embodiment 15,
The container, wherein the label comprises an adhesive suitable for securing the label.
(17) In the container according to embodiment 15 or 16,
The radio wave mode recognition device is a container that exists on the outermost surface of the label.
(18) In the container according to embodiment 16,
The radio wave mode recognition device is a container located in the label adhesive or adjacent to the label adhesive.
(19) In the container according to any one of the embodiments 1 to 18,
The radio wave mode recognition device is a container having an information storage capability for information relating to calibration of an analyte measuring device for use with a test strip housed in the container.
(20) In a method for entering calibration information into a test instrument,
A container comprising an RFID device (22) having calibration information describing the performance variability of a test strip present in the container, and the instrument, a radio transceiver, and for the instrument Said instrument comprising means for converting the received radio signal into calibration parameters in the immediate vicinity, generally within a distance of about 0 m to about 100 m, optionally within a distance of 0 m to 0.2 m. Wherein the means for transferring the calibration information is activated to transfer the calibration information from the microchip as a radio signal or microwave signal to the receiver.
Method.

FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container according to the present invention, showing an RFID device secured to the innermost surface of the container body. 1 is a schematic plan view of an embodiment of a container according to the present invention as seen from above. FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container according to the present invention showing an RFID device secured to the innermost surface of the base of the container. FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container according to the present invention, showing the RFID device secured to the innermost surface of the container's containment mechanism. FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of an embodiment of a container according to the present invention, showing an RFID device including a supporting substrate secured to the innermost surface of the container body. 1 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment through a container according to the present invention, showing an RFID device including a supporting substrate secured to the innermost surface of the base of the container. FIG. FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container according to the present invention, showing an RFID device including a supporting substrate secured to the innermost surface of the container's encapsulation mechanism. FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container according to the present invention, showing an RFID device positioned in the inner layer of the container body. FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment through a container according to the present invention, showing the RFID device present in the inner layer of the base of the container. FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment through a container according to the present invention, showing the RFID device present in the inner layer of the container's containment mechanism. FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment through a container according to the present invention, showing an RFID device present in the outer layer of the body of the container. FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment through a container according to the present invention, showing an RFID device positioned in the outer layer of the base of the container. FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment through a container according to the present invention, showing the RFID device positioned in the outer layer of the container's encapsulation mechanism. FIG. 3 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container according to the present invention, showing an RFID device positioned between an inner layer and an outer layer of the container body. FIG. 3 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container according to the present invention, showing an RFID device positioned between an inner layer and an outer layer of the base of the container. FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment through a container according to the present invention, showing an RFID device positioned between an inner layer and an outer layer of a container encapsulation mechanism. FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment through a container according to the present invention, showing the RFID device positioned on the outer surface of the outer layer of the body of the container. FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container according to the present invention, showing the RFID device positioned on the outermost surface of the outer layer of the base of the container. FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container according to the present invention, showing the RFID device positioned on the outer surface of the outer layer of the container encapsulation mechanism. FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment through a container containing a label according to the present invention, showing an RFID device positioned on the outer surface of the label. FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment through a container containing a label according to the present invention, showing the RFID device positioned in the adhesive layer of the label. FIG. 2 is a schematic cross-sectional elevation view of one embodiment of a container according to the present invention showing exemplary slots and recesses in which RFID devices (not shown) may be located.

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In a container for housing a test sensor,
The outermost surface,
The innermost surface,
A radio wave recognition device positioned between the outermost surface and the innermost surface;
Including a container. The container according to claim 1,
The container comprises at least one layer of material;
The radio wave mode recognition device is a container embedded in the material. The container according to claim 2,
The container, wherein the at least one layer comprises an adsorbent. The container according to claim 3,
The adsorbent is a container containing bentonite or hydrophilic modified silica. In the container according to any one of claims 1 to 4,
The container includes a polyolefin composition. The container according to claim 5,
The container, wherein the polyolefin composition comprises polypropylene. In the container,
Hollow,
Including
A container in which a radio wave recognition device is located inside the cavity. The container according to claim 7,
The radio wave type recognition device is a container positioned on the innermost surface of the container. In the container according to any one of claims 1 to 8,
The container comprises two or more layers;
A container in which a radio frequency recognition device is located inside the outer layer. The container according to claim 9,
The radio wave mode recognition device is a container embedded in the outer layer. In the container according to any one of claims 1 to 10,
The container comprises two or more layers;
A container in which a radio frequency recognition device is located inside the inner layer. The container according to claim 9,
The radio wave mode recognition device is a container embedded in the inner layer. In the container according to any one of claims 1 to 12,
The container comprises two or more layers;
A container in which a radio frequency recognition device is located between an inner layer and an outer layer. The container according to any one of claims 1 to 13,
The container comprises two or more layers;
The radio wave type recognition device is a container positioned inside an enclosing mechanism. In the container according to any one of claims 1 to 14,
A label having a radio wave recognition device,
Further comprising a container. The container according to claim 15,
The container, wherein the label comprises an adhesive suitable for securing the label. The container according to claim 15 or 16,
The radio wave mode recognition device is a container that exists on the outermost surface of the label. The container of claim 16,
The radio wave mode recognition device is a container located in the label adhesive or adjacent to the label adhesive. The container according to any one of claims 1 to 18,
The radio wave mode recognition device is a container having an information storage capability for information relating to calibration of an analyte measuring device for use with a test strip housed in the container. In a method for entering calibration information into a test instrument,
A container comprising an RFID device (22) having calibration information describing the performance variability of a test strip present in the container, and the instrument, a radio transceiver, and for the instrument Said instrument comprising means for converting the received radio signal into calibration parameters in the immediate vicinity, generally within a distance of about 0 m to about 100 m, optionally within a distance of 0 m to 0.2 m. Wherein the means for transferring the calibration information is activated to transfer the calibration information from the microchip as a radio signal or microwave signal to the receiver.
Method.

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