DEVICE WITH INTEGRATED ALLERGY TESTING

摘要

The disclosure provides an allergy detection system for use during catheterization. The allergy detection system is incorporated into specialized syringes, connectors for use with standard syringes, or can be an independent test module designed for the sole purpose of allergy detection. The detection system features a test strip, such as an immunochromatographic test strip, and a structure to couple the system to a connector, syringe, or a housing, to form an independent test module. The detection system, by way of test strips, is used to detect potential allergic reactions.

主权项

1. A device for testing the presence of a substance in blood, comprising:
a housing defining an inner cavity, the inner cavity configured to receive blood withdrawn from a subject; a first chamber within the housing, the first chamber configured to receive at least some of the withdrawn blood; a second chamber in fluid communication with the first chamber, the second chamber configured to receive at least some of the withdrawn blood from the first chamber; and a test strip held within the second chamber, wherein a portion of the test strip that contacts the withdrawn blood including the substance in the withdrawn blood is visually distinguishable from a portion of the test strip that does not contact the withdrawn blood.