KR102641957B1 - Insertion type self-taking device and kit comprising the same - Google Patents

Abstract

The intravaginal self-sample collection device and kit according to the present invention are inserted into the vagina of a woman and placed in a predetermined area below the cervix, forming an opening therein, and the sample is collected along the circumference of the opening. A collection part is formed, and an edge that adheres closely to the inner wall of the vagina is formed in a curved shape. When inserted or removed from the vagina, the opening is inserted diagonally with respect to the vertical direction in an elongated form pressed with a finger or pulled out of the vagina and inserted into the vagina. includes a soft kit ring that is elastically restored into a ring shape.
In this way, when using the intravaginal self-insertable sample collection device and its kit according to the present invention, it is easily inserted into the vagina on its own regardless of location, time, etc., and samples such as vaginal secretions or menstrual blood are directly deposited on the collection device. There is an advantage in that it can be collected.

Description

Intravaginal self-taking device and kit comprising the same {Insertion type self-taking device and kit comprising the same}

The present invention relates to a self-insertable specimen collection device that can be inserted into the vagina and a kit containing the same that can be used to collect samples such as vaginal secretions or menstrual blood for health and medical purposes.

In general, in order to diagnose women's diseases such as candida, vaginitis, and cervical cancer, it is often necessary to collect samples such as vaginal secretions or cervical cells.

Republic of Korea Patent Publication No. 10-2188828 (registration date: December 3, 2020) discloses ‘Cell collection pad for cervical disease screening and collection kit containing the same.’ Looking at this prior patent, it is composed of a pad to be worn on the human body, and is composed of a filter part that collects cervical cells, and an absorbent part that absorbs vaginal secretions that pass through this filter part, safely and easily removing cervical cells from the human body. A technology for collecting is disclosed.

According to the above-described prior patent, if the cell collection pad is worn like a sanitary napkin, cervical cells can be collected in the filter part, and the filter part with the cervical cells collected can be stored in a cell fixation container containing a cell fixative solution to collect the cervix. Cells can be collected. In other words, the collection method according to the prior patent allows the patient to collect cervical cells without the help of professional medical staff and without restrictions on location or time.

Therefore, in cases where patients can collect samples on their own, when collecting samples, patients do not have to visit the hospital according to hospital treatment hours or wait for a long time at the hospital; It can increase hospital accessibility for busy modern people who find it difficult to make time for treatment, and can provide vitality to the obstetrics and gynecology industry by resolving the problem of avoidance of male medical staff in gynecological treatment. It can also provide vitality to the obstetrics and gynecology industry, as well as the uncomfortable gaze of others such as teenagers, single women, and celebrities. Therefore, the psychological barrier problem of avoiding obstetrics and gynecology can be resolved.

In addition, if patients can collect samples themselves, it can provide a practical alternative for successfully establishing a platform for non-face-to-face medical services where patients receive treatment via video, voice, or text message with professional medical staff. Non-face-to-face medical services are a practical alternative that can safely provide medical services without medical gaps in situations such as a pandemic such as COVID-19. Furthermore, medical services can be provided to countries with poor medical care or low access to medical care due to medical fees, and even when Korean citizens stay abroad for a long time for business trips or visiting relatives, they can always receive treatment from their doctor anywhere without language or medical insurance issues. It may be possible.

However, the method of collecting pad-shaped collection devices such as those in prior patents is to absorb secretions secreted outside the vagina through the absorbent part. Therefore, it is difficult to collect secretions deep in the vagina, and it is an indirect collection method through the absorbent part. As it is worn for a long time, there is no choice but to use the bathroom during the collection time, which increases the possibility of external contamination. Even if it is worn for a long time, due to hygiene issues, etc., the wearing time is only 4 hours. There are limits to collecting sufficient samples due to the limited number of samples, so the accuracy of sample diagnosis is not high. In addition, in the case of prior patents, when worn for a long time, the vulva becomes wet and unpleasant odors caused by vaginal secretions may be caused, which may cause discomfort and psychological discomfort during the collection time, and hygiene problems such as virus proliferation may also be pointed out. .

The present invention was devised to solve the above-mentioned problems, and its purpose is to provide an intravaginal self-insertable sample collection device that can easily insert itself into the vagina and collect samples in bulk form directly from the vagina, and a kit containing the same. There is.

The vaginal insertable self-specimen collection device according to the present invention for realizing the above-described problem is inserted into the vagina of a woman and placed in a predetermined area below the cervix, forming an opening therein, and collecting the sample along the circumference of the opening. It forms a specimen collection part where the sample is collected, and forms a curved edge that adheres closely to the inner wall of the vagina. When inserted or removed from the vagina, the opening is formed so that it is inserted diagonally with respect to the vertical direction in the form of an elongated press with a finger or out of the vagina. It includes a soft kit ring that is pulled and elastically restored into a ring shape inside the vagina.

The edge of the kit ring may be circular or oval, and the opening may be circular or oval with the same or different curvature as the edge of the kit ring.

A portion of the sample collection unit along the circumference of the opening forms at least one pair of flexible parts with a relatively thin thickness in a direction perpendicular to the axis of the kit ring, and each pair of flexible parts corresponds to the diagonal direction. It may be arranged opposite to the center of the kit ring.

It has at least one pair of extension grooves extending from the opening toward the sample collection unit, and each pair of extension grooves may be disposed opposite to the center of the kit ring in correspondence to the diagonal direction.

A soft handle may be provided along the circumference of the specimen collection unit at a position corresponding to one of the extension grooves and protrudes from the specimen collection unit to the outside of the kit ring.

It may further include soft wings protruding from the sample collection unit toward the opening.

The wing portion protrudes from the sample collection portion in a direction perpendicular to the axis of the kit ring up to the center of the kit ring, has a curved shape that is concave or convex with respect to the center of the kit ring, and is arranged in plural numbers along the circumference of the opening. It can be.

The wing portion has a width along the axial direction of the kit ring that is smaller than the width of the sample collection portion, and may be connected to the bottom of the sample collection portion in the axial direction of the kit ring.

The longitudinal cross-section of the sample collection unit is in the form of a balanced quadrilateral inclined in the diagonal direction with respect to the axial direction of the kit ring, an inverted trapezoid with a relatively wide upper part and a narrow lower part, or a relatively narrow upper part and a wide lower part. It may be trapezoidal or hollow on the inside.

The outer peripheral surface of the kit ring may be formed as a curved surface that can conform to the wrinkled shape of the vagina in the axial direction of the kit ring.

It forms a predetermined receiving space connected to the opening of the kit ring, and a bag made of a film thinner than the sample collection part is added so that it can be crumpled inside the opening before use and unfolded to the lower side of the kit ring when inserted into the vagina. It can be included.

The intravaginal self-sample collection kit according to the present invention for realizing the above-mentioned tasks includes the above-mentioned sample collection device; And, it includes a storage container that accommodates the sample collection device and stores a preservation medicine for preserving the sample collected by the sample collection device.

The vaginal self-insertable sample collection device and the kit containing the same according to the present invention can be easily inserted into the vagina to collect samples such as vaginal secretions or menstrual blood from the vagina directly on the collection device.

Therefore, samples deep inside the vagina can be collected, it is a direct bulk collection method, and external contamination can be prevented as it is inserted into the vagina, so the accuracy is very high. In other words, we can expect the same level of accuracy as face-to-face sample collection by professional medical staff.

In addition, since it is a direct bulk sampling method, the entire sample can be preserved in a preservative solution, which can increase the sample concentration and thus increase the accuracy of STD/HIV testing.

In addition, since it is a direct bulk sampling method, it can be collected immediately within a short period of time (seconds to minutes), making sample collection easy and convenient, and there are no sanitary problems. In addition, since it is inserted into the vagina, it can be used without discomfort such as dampness of the vulva, causing unpleasant odors, virus proliferation, psychological resistance, or hygiene problems. It has these advantages and can be worn for a long time, up to 12 hours, so sufficient samples can be collected for a long time to ensure accuracy. It can be raised.

In addition, the kit ring of the present invention has a round and smooth ring shape, so damage to the vaginal lining can be prevented when inserted into the vagina, it can be smoothly inserted, seated, and removed, and negative pressure can be prevented. In addition, when inserting or removing the kit ring of the present invention, it can be used by pressing it in an elongated shape and inserting or removing it in a diagonal direction with respect to the vertical direction, so that even ordinary people other than professional medical professionals can easily use it on their own without any special tips.

In addition, the kit ring of the present invention has a simple structure in the form of a ring, and rather than collecting samples limited to some areas of the overall structure, it is large enough to be inserted into the vagina and is the part where the sample is directly applied, so it is compact overall. Because it has a simple structure, it can be manufactured at a reasonable price.

Figure 1 is a perspective view of a self-sample collection device inserted into the vagina according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 2 is a top view of the mechanism shown in Figure 1.
Figure 3 is a rear view of the device shown in Figure 1.
Figure 4 is a side view of the device shown in Figure 1.
Figure 5 is a side cross-sectional view of the device shown in Figure 1.
FIG. 6 is a diagram showing the form in which the instrument shown in FIG. 1 is pressed by a finger for insertion and removal.
Figure 7 is a diagram showing the state of the device shown in Figure 1 being seated in the vagina.
Figure 8 is a view corresponding to Figure 5 and is a side cross-sectional view of the sample collection portion of the kit ring according to other embodiments of the present invention.
Figures 9 and 10 are views corresponding to Figure 2 and are plan views of kit rings according to other embodiments of the present invention.
Figure 11 is a perspective view of a self-sample collection device inserted into the vagina according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 12 is a perspective view of a vaginally insertable self-sample collection kit according to an embodiment of the present invention.

A preferred embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the attached drawings as follows.

As shown in Figures 1 to 7, the vaginal self-insertable sample collection device according to an embodiment of the present invention is a ring that can be inserted into the vagina (2) of a woman and placed in a predetermined area below the cervix (4). It is shaped and includes a soft kit ring (10) capable of elastic deformation, and therefore, when inserted or removed from the vagina (2), it is inserted diagonally with respect to the vertical direction in an elongated form pressed with a finger or inserted into the vagina (2). 2) It is pulled out and elastically restored into a ring shape inside the vagina (2), so that it can be placed below the cervix (4) and come into close contact with the inner wall of the vagina (2).

The ring shape of the kit ring 10 is a shape in which the diameter (D) about the axis of the ring is larger than the width (L) along the axial direction of the ring, that is, a flat and wide shape, and as described above, it is elongated and pressed in a diagonal direction. It is easy to insert into the vagina or remove out of the vagina, and can be inserted into the vagina (2) and firmly seated in a ring shape on the inner wall of the vagina (2).

The soft kit ring 10 can be easily pressed and deformed by a finger, and can be elastically restored to a ring shape when external force is removed, and can be made of a harmless biocompatible polymer. For example, the materials of the kit ring 10 include polyethylene, polypropylene, polylactic acid, ethyl vinyl acetate, polyurethane, silicone, polystyrene, polybutylene succinate, polybutylene adipate terephthalate, polybutylene adipate, It may be at least one of polyhydroxy alkanoade, polyaliphatic ester, and copolymer. These materials contain almost no volatile organic compounds, so they are not harmful to women's health, and the growth rate of bacteria (e.g., Staphylococcus aureus) that causes toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is slow, so they can be used for long periods of time (e.g., about 12 hours).

This kit ring 10 has an edge 10a that is in close contact with the inner wall of the vagina 2 in a curved shape, and an opening 12 is formed inside, and a sample is collected along the circumference of the opening 12. A sample collection unit 14 is formed.

The curved border 10a may be formed in a circular or oval shape with a predetermined curvature. At this time, the curvature or shape of the curved border 10a may be determined to correspond to the inner wall of the vagina 2 so that the border 10a of the kit ring 10 can be in close contact with the inner wall of the vagina 2. If the border (10a) is circular, it may be formed to have a diameter larger than the size of the vagina (2) so that it can be seated diagonally within the vagina (2) and maintain its state. In this case, since the kit ring 10 can be elastically pressed against the inner wall of the vagina 2 in a direction perpendicular to the above diagonal direction, the effect of being stably seated without shaking even during vigorous activity can be expected. When the edge 10a is oval-shaped, the long axis of the oval is longer than the short axis, so it can be easily seated in the diagonal direction by using the long axis of the oval in the diagonal direction.

The opening 12 may be formed in a circular or oval shape with a predetermined curvature corresponding to the curved edge 10a. The opening 12 may have the same circular or oval shape or a different circular or oval shape corresponding to the edge 10a of the kit ring 10. For example, the opening 12 may have the same circular shape corresponding to the circular edge 10a of the kit ring 10, or may have an oval shape unlike the circular edge 10a of the kit ring 10. The predetermined curvature of the opening 12 may be the same as or different from the curvature of the edge 10a of the kit ring 10. In this way, the kit ring 10 can be easily pressed into an elongated shape with only finger force due to the opening 12, and as the opening 12 is formed in a circular or oval shape, the kit ring 10 can be easily pressed into an elongated shape regardless of direction. It is easy to be pressed and elastically restored to a ring shape. In addition, when in use, the inside of the vagina (2) can be opened without being blocked by the opening (12), so negative pressure is prevented, so it can be easily removed, and damage to the inner wall of the vagina (2) due to friction with the kit ring (10) can be prevented. there is.

The sample collection unit 14 provides a predetermined area where samples such as vaginal secretions or menstrual blood are applied. When used, the surface facing the cervix 4 may be flat or curved, and a plurality of fine protrusions may protrude. It can be.

As shown in FIG. 5, the longitudinal cross-section of the sample collection unit 14 may be square with rounded corners so that it can contact the inner wall of the vagina 2 to a sufficient area. Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 8, it may be oval (a) or circular (b). This means that the kit ring 10 can be shaped like a hula hoop, so that the entire kit ring 10 has a round and smooth cross section, thereby preventing inconvenience during insertion and removal. Alternatively, as shown in (c) of FIG. 8, the longitudinal cross-section of the sample collection unit 14 may be in the form of a parallelogram inclined in the diagonal direction described above with respect to the axial direction of the ring. This allows the kit ring 10 to be pressed into an elongated shape more easily when inserted into the vagina 2 and seated in the diagonal direction described above. Alternatively, as shown in (d) of FIG. 8, it may have an inverted trapezoidal shape in which the upper part is relatively wide and the lower part is narrow. This means that when inserted into the vagina (2), the upper surface of the sample collection unit (14) on the cervix (4) side is relatively wide, so more samples can be collected. Alternatively, as shown in (e) of FIG. 8, it may have a trapezoidal shape with a relatively narrow upper part and a wider lower part. This means that if the vagina (2) has widened and lost elasticity due to childbirth experience, etc., the side opposite to the cervix (4) of the kit ring (10) can be made wider to prevent the kit ring (10) from seating loosely on the inner wall of the vagina (2). You can. Or, as shown in (f) of FIG. 8, it may be in a hollow form (f) with an empty interior. That is, the sample collection part 14 may be solid with a full interior, or may be elongated or hollow to facilitate elastic deformation to be seated on the inner wall of the vagina 2 of various shapes and sizes. You can. In this way, the vertical cross-section of the sample collection unit 14 can be configured in various ways, allowing consumers to select a design that feels functionally comfortable according to the shape and state of their vagina 2.

The outer peripheral surface of the kit ring 10, that is, the side surface 10b surrounding the axis of the ring, can be formed as a curved surface that can match the wrinkled shape of the vagina in the axial direction of the ring. Accordingly, the kit ring 10 can be more securely seated on the inner wall of the vagina 2.

Furthermore, a pair of extension grooves 16 can be formed in the kit ring 10. The extension groove 16 extends from the opening 12 toward the sample collection unit 14 in the radial direction of the ring. A pair of extension grooves 16 may be disposed opposite to the axial center of the kit ring 10 in correspondence with the diagonal direction described above along the circumference of the opening 12. Therefore, the portion of the sample collection portion 14 corresponding to the extension groove 16 along the circumference of the opening 12 has a thickness in the direction perpendicular to the axis of the ring, that is, in the radial direction, compared to other portions. Because it is thin and structurally weak, when the kit ring (10) is pressed with a finger, the pair of extension grooves (16) guide the elongated shape of the kit ring (10) to form a pair of extension grooves (16). As a standard, the kit ring (10) can be easily pressed elongatedly.

Additionally, the kit ring 10 may further include soft wings 18 protruding from the sample collection unit 14 toward the opening 12.

The wing portion 18 may be a plate that protrudes a certain length from the sample collection portion 14 up to the center of the kit ring 10 in a radial direction perpendicular to the axis of the kit ring 10. That is, the maximum protrusion length of the wing portion 18 does not exceed the radius of the opening portion 12.

The wing portion 18 has a width along the axial direction of the kit ring 10 that is smaller than the width of the sample collection portion 14, so it is thinner than the sample collection portion 14 and has a width in the axial direction of the kit ring 10. It can be connected to the bottom of the sample collection unit 14.

A plurality of wings 18 may be arranged along the circumference of the opening 12.

The wings 18 may be curved, either concave or convex with respect to the center of the kit ring 10. For example, as shown in FIGS. 1 to 7, a pair of wings 18 are arranged symmetrically with respect to a line connecting a pair of extension grooves 16, and each wing 18 is located in the opening 12. It can be formed in an arc shape that corresponds to the curvature and is convex outward with respect to the center of the ring. Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 9, the wings 18 are arranged in plurality based on the center of the ring and are formed continuously along the circumference of the opening 12, and each has a convex shape from the outside of the ring toward the center of the ring. You can. Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 10, a plurality of wings 18 are arranged based on the center of the ring, and are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the opening 12, and each has a convex shape from the outside of the ring toward the center of the ring. It can be.

These wings 18 expand the area from which samples are collected without interfering with the elastic deformation of the kit ring 10, allowing more samples to be collected.

These kit rings (10) can be made in various ways according to the dimensions and shape of the sample collection unit (14), thereby expanding the range of choices depending on the shape and size of the vagina or whether or not the kit ring has had childbirth experience. For example, when the edge (10a) of the kit ring (10) is circular, which is a size generally suitable for Korean women, the maximum outer diameter (D) of the kit ring (10) is 4 to 9 cm, especially about 68 mm, and the radius of the ring is The thickness (T1) of the sample collection part 14 according to the direction is about 4 mm, the width (L1) along the axial direction of the ring is about 7 mm, the maximum thickness (T2) of the wing portion 18 is about 3 mm, and the wing portion ( The width (L2) of 18) can be about 1 mm.

The effect of the intravaginally inserted self-sample collection device according to an embodiment of the present invention configured as described above will be described in detail as follows.

When sampling a product, first, as shown in FIG. 6, hold both sides of the kit ring (10) with your fingers and press it to give the kit ring (10) an elongated shape, and then place the kit ring (10) diagonally in the long direction. ) Insert it inside.

The kit ring (10) is inserted into the vagina (2), and when the kit ring (10) touches the cervix (4) and reaches the area where the pubic bone is felt, the kit ring (10) is seated as shown in Figure 7. Then, as shown in Figure 1, the kit ring 10 is elastically restored to approximately its original ring shape while in close contact with the inner wall of the vagina 2, and the kit ring 10 is rotated in the vagina 2 in a diagonal direction with respect to the vertical direction. It is seated at an angle.

At this time, when inserting the kit ring (10), the kit ring (10) is not folded into a C-shape or S-shape, but only presses both sides of the kit ring (10) to maintain an elongated shape, so that the kit ring (10) is inserted into the vagina (2). Once inside, it is easily elastically restored to its original ring shape and can be stably seated. Therefore, no special tips are required to use the product of the present invention.

In addition, recently, the preference for menstrual cups, which are sanitary pads inserted into the vagina, is increasing, and anyone can use them comfortably as there is less resistance than when collecting samples by someone else.

In addition, even if sample collection time is long, daily activities such as using the bathroom are not restricted, and strenuous activities are possible.

After the sample collection time has elapsed, insert your finger into the vagina (2), grab the lower end of the kit ring (10) located below in the diagonal direction and pull it, and the kit ring (10) will fall out of the vagina (2). It comes out. At this time, you only need to hold the lower part of the kit ring (10) in the diagonal direction, so there is no need to insert your fingers deeply into the vagina (2). By pressing the kit ring (10) in an elongated shape and pulling it in the diagonal direction, it can easily be pulled out of the vagina (2). You can get out. And instead of completely blocking the vagina like a menstrual cup, the kit ring (10) has an open structure through the opening (12), so negative pressure is not applied, preventing discomfort when wearing the kit ring (10), and the vagina does not have to be pulled with great force. (2) Can be easily removed without damaging the inner wall.

The sample-collected kit ring (10) is placed in a storage container (6) in which the preservation medicine (7) is stored, and then the kit of the present invention is delivered to a specialized testing agency or hospital using a linked delivery system to complete the sample collection process. .

As such, according to the sample collection device and kit according to the present invention, the sample required for diagnosis can be easily collected by ordinary people, not professional medical staff, and non-face-to-face delivery is possible in connection with a delivery system that delivers directly to hospitals or specialized testing institutions. , it can be a practical alternative to successfully establish a non-face-to-face medical service platform.

Hereinafter, as shown in FIG. 12, a self-sample collection device inserted into the vagina according to another embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail as follows.

The vaginal self-insertable sample collection device according to another embodiment of the present invention further includes a soft handle 20 protruding from the sample collection portion 14 of the kit ring 10 to the outside of the kit ring 10. do. The soft handle 20 is made of a biocompatible polymer like the kit ring 10, and may be made of the same or different materials within the range of materials of the sample collection unit 14. The handle 20 may be made integrally with the kit ring 10 or may be made separately and then integrally joined to the kit ring 10. The handle 20 may be formed to protrude a certain length from the sample collection unit 14 in a radial direction with respect to the axis of the ring. The handle 20 may have a curved edge so as to have a round and smooth appearance. The handle 20 may have any shape as long as it is easy to hold by hand, such as a ring shape. The handle 20 is formed at a position corresponding to one of the pair of extension grooves 16 along the circumference of the sample collection unit 14. Therefore, when the kit ring 10 is pressed into an elongated shape, the handle 20 is disposed on an extension of the elongated shape of the kit ring 10 and can be easily inserted into the vagina. In addition, when removing the kit ring (10), if the handle (20) is positioned downward in the above-mentioned diagonal direction, simply hold the handle (20) and pull it instead of pressing the kit ring (10) in an elongated form with your fingers. ) can easily elastically deform while passing through the vagina (2) and come out of the vagina (2).

Additionally, the present invention may further include a bag 30. The bag 30 forms a predetermined receiving space connected to the opening 12 of the kit ring 10, and the open entrance end is attached to the kit ring 10 along the perimeter of the opening 12 of the kit ring 10. are combined. The bag 30 is crumpled inside the opening 12 before use, and when inserted into the vagina 2, it unfolds to the lower side of the kit ring 10, and is placed far more tightly than the specimen collection part 14 to prevent negative pressure from passing through the air. It consists of a thin film. The film made of the bag 30 is a biocompatible polymer, and can be made of materials within the same range as those of the sample collection unit 14, excluding silicone. If the bag 30 does not interfere with sample collection, an antibacterial agent may be added or an antibacterial coating may be applied. Therefore, the entire sample can be accommodated in the bag 30, allowing the sample to be collected in a short period of time. In addition, the bag 30 can accommodate menstrual blood, so it can be used like a menstrual cup. Sample collection is possible even during menstruation, and not only vaginal secretions but also menstrual blood can be easily collected. When the pouch 30 is used as a menstrual cup, it may be separated from the kit ring 10 and discarded separately, and a perforation line may be formed so that only the kit ring 10 can be delivered.

Figure 12 is a perspective view of a vaginally insertable self-sample collection kit according to an embodiment of the present invention.

As shown in Figure 12, the intravaginal self-insertable sample collection kit according to the present invention accommodates the intravaginal self-insertable sample collection device according to the present invention described above and a sample collection device such as the kit ring 10 and allows sample collection. It includes a storage container (6) in which a preservative agent (7) to preserve the sample collected by the instrument is stored.

The storage container 6 may be formed in a flat and wide circular or oval shape to correspond to the vaginally inserted self-sample collection device according to the present invention described above. The storage container 6 may be made of a case and a cap so that it can be opened and closed. Meanwhile, the storage container 6 may be sealed with tape or the like after the sample collection device is accommodated.

When combined into a kit in this way, the vaginally inserted self-specimen collection device according to the present invention can be directly delivered to a specialized testing institution or hospital in connection with a delivery system, which is a practical alternative for building a non-face-to-face medical service platform. am.

As described above, the technical ideas described in the embodiments of the present invention can be implemented independently or in combination with each other. In addition, the present invention has been described through the embodiments described in the drawings and detailed description of the invention, but these are merely illustrative, and various modifications and other equivalent embodiments can be made by those skilled in the art. possible. Therefore, the technical protection scope of the present invention should be determined by the attached patent claims.

6; storage container 7; Preservative medicine
10; kit ring 12; opening
14; Specimen collection department 16; extension groove
18; wing part 20; handle
30; pocket

Claims (11)

It is inserted into the woman's vagina and placed in a predetermined area below the cervix, forming an opening inside, forming a specimen collection part where the sample is collected along the circumference of the opening, and forming a curved border that is in close contact with the inner wall of the vagina. When inserted or removed from the vagina, a soft kit ring has the opening and is inserted diagonally with respect to the vertical direction in an elongated form pressed with a finger or pulled out of the vagina and elastically restored into a ring shape inside the vagina; and
It has a plate shape that protrudes from the sample collection unit toward the opening, and a soft wing portion that expands the area where the sample is collected without interfering with the elastic deformation of the kit ring.
The wing part,
The width of the kit ring in the axial direction is smaller than the width of the sample collection section, making it thinner than the sample collection section,
Connected to the bottom of the sample collection unit in the axial direction of the kit ring,
An intravaginal self-insertable sample collection device having an arc shape corresponding to the curvature of the opening and convex outward with respect to the center of the kit ring. In claim 1,
The border of the kit ring is circular or oval, and the opening is circular or oval with the same or different curvature as the border of the kit ring. In claim 1,
An intravaginal self-insertable sample collection device having at least one pair of extension grooves extending from the opening toward the sample collection unit, wherein each pair of extension grooves is disposed opposite to the center of the kit ring in correspondence to the diagonal direction. In claim 3,
An intravaginal self-insertable sample, characterized in that it is formed at a position corresponding to one of the extension grooves along the circumference of the sample collection unit and is provided with a soft handle that protrudes from the sample collection unit to the outside of the kit ring. Collection instrument. delete In claim 1,
The wing portion is an intravaginal insertable self-specimen collection device arranged in plural numbers along the circumference of the opening. delete In claim 1,
The longitudinal cross-section of the sample collection unit is in the form of a balanced quadrilateral inclined in the diagonal direction with respect to the axial direction of the kit ring, an inverted trapezoid with a relatively wide upper part and a narrow lower part, or a relatively narrow upper part and a wide lower part. A self-sample collection device inserted into the vagina, characterized in that it has a trapezoidal shape or a hollow interior. In claim 1,
An intravaginal insertable self-specimen collection device, characterized in that the outer peripheral surface of the kit ring is formed as a curved surface that can conform to the wrinkled shape of the vagina in the axial direction of the kit ring. In claim 1,
It forms a predetermined receiving space connected to the opening of the kit ring, and a bag made of a film thinner than the sample collection part is added so that it can be crumpled inside the opening before use and unfolded to the lower side of the kit ring when inserted into the vagina. A self-sample collection device that can be inserted into the vagina, including: Self-sample collection device inserted into the vagina of claim 1; and,
a storage container that accommodates the sample collection device and stores a preservative for preserving the sample collected by the sample collection device;
A self-sample collection kit that can be inserted into the vagina.