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    LABEL FOR EXEMPLARY CONTAINER FOR AUTOMATED CLINICAL LABORATORY PROCESSING SYSTEM A label and a labeling system to identify the volume of a specimen inside a specimen collection container are disclosed. The system includes providing a specimen collection container having an open top end, a closed bottom end, and a side wall that extends between them forming an interior region adapted to receive the specimen therein. The sample collection container also includes a label having a label body placed on at least one side wall part, in visual alignment with a colored background. At least one of the side wall of the specimen collection container and the label body has a print placed on it having a color that is substantially identical to the colored background against which the specimen collection container will be visa. At least one of the side wall of the specimen collection container and the label body may have colorless indications and has a surface enhancement feature to provide visual distinction.
    公开号:BR112013012351B1
    申请号:R112013012351-6
    申请日:2011-11-15
    公开日:2021-01-12
    发明作者:Ashley Palmer；Robert S. Ross；Paul Holmes；Robert S. Golabek Jr.；Shenika E. Felix；Nancy Dubrowny；Kristine Conley；Christine Bush
    申请人:Becton, Dickinson And Company；
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    [0001] [001] This application claims as priority the provisional patent application US 61 / 415,665 filed on November 19, 2010, entitled “Specimen Container Labeling for Automated Clinical Laboratory Processing Systems”, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference. Fundamentals of the invention Field of the Invention
    [0002] [002] The present invention relates to labels and labeling systems for use in connection with sample collection containers. More specifically, the present invention relates to labels and labeling systems for sample collection containers that do not interfere with conventional automated processing systems. Description of the Prior Art
    [0003] [003] As part of automated clinical laboratory sample processing, color-based image analysis is typically used to assess whether sufficient sample volume is present within a sample collection vessel to perform a specific diagnosis or a assessment test procedure. Many test procedures require a specified minimum volume of a biological sample for an exact result to be determined. For example, in order for an exact result to be determined from a typical blood sample, a minimum sample level is required for most tests to be performed.
    [0004] [004] To determine if a sample has a sufficient volume or level of sample, a color image of the sample collection container that houses the sample is taken against a white or other color background. If the image indicates that the sample volume is sufficient to carry out the test, then the sample collection vessel is analyzed accordingly. If the image indicates that insufficient volume is present inside the sample collection container, then the sample collection container and its contents are discarded.
    [0005] [005] Most sample collection containers include at least one label placed on the surface of the container. The tags typically include information regarding patient identification, collection dates, and / or the test procedure that is intended to be performed on the sample. The tags typically interfere with the image capture process to assess the sample volume housed within the sample collection container because most systems cannot see the sample volume through the tag. Consequently, some imaging systems can rotate the sample collection containers to view a window without the label for analysis. Imaging systems typically include an automated viewfinder operating with a red-green-blue (RGB) sensor to detect color variations and color levels that correlate with sample volumes. Any printout on the sample collection container, including filling lines, batch numbers or manufacturer logos, may generate an error during sample volume detection due to color based analysis of the sample collection container contents. This is particularly true for any form that may be hidden by the back of a label on the outer surface of the sample collection container.
    [0006] [006] Consequently, the need remains for a label and a labeling system to reduce interference from labels, filling lines, batch numbers, manufacturing logos, and the like, which can interfere with color-based imaging processes. . Summary of the invention
    [0007] [007] In accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, a label for application to a sample collection container for automated viewing against a colored background is disclosed. The label includes a label body having an upper surface and a lower surface adapted for affixing to a sample collection container, the label body having a viewing window that extends through it. The upper surface includes a printout thereon having a color substantially identical to a background color against which the label will be seen.
    [0008] [008] The label may include a plurality of viewing windows that extend between the upper surface and the lower surface. The label may also include additional prints arranged on the printout, the additional printout having a second color, the second color being different from the color substantially identical to the background color. A flood coating can also be provided with the label, where the print is disposed on the flood coating. In certain configurations, at least a part of the label body is clear. In other configurations, at least part of the label body is white.
    [0009] [009] The body of the label can include at least one line for filling. Optionally, the top surface of the label includes at least one line for filling. In another configuration, the preview window includes at least one fill line, the fill line having a color substantially identical to the background color against which the label will be viewed. In still other configurations, a sample collection container can be provided in contact with the bottom surface of the label body.
    [0010] [010] In accordance with another embodiment of the present invention, a label for application in a sample collection container for an automated view against a colored background is disclosed. The label includes a label body having an upper surface having a printout on it, and a lower surface for affixing to a sample collection container, the label body having a viewing window that extends through it. The bottom surface has a color substantially identical to a background color against which the label will be seen.
    [0011] [011] The body of the label can include at least one line for filling. The top surface of the label can optionally include at least one line for filling. In another configuration, the preview window can include at least one line for filling, the fill line having a color substantially identical to the background color against which the label will be seen. In still other configurations, a sample collection container can be provided in contact with the bottom surface of the label body.
    [0012] [012] In accordance with yet another embodiment of the present invention, a sample collection container for automated viewing against a colored background is disclosed. The sample collection container includes an open upper end, a closed lower end, and a side wall that extends between them forming an interior region adapted to receive a sample therein. The side wall includes a form having a color substantially identical to a background color against which the sample collection container will be seen.
    [0013] [013] Optionally, the form may include at least one line for completion. The sample collection container may also include a label disposed on a part of the side wall, with at least a part of the label aligned with the side wall including the form. The form may include at least one fill line and the label may include at least one fill line aligned with the form.
    [0014] [014] In accordance with yet another embodiment of the present invention, a sample collection container for automated viewing against a colored background is disclosed. The sample collection container includes an open upper end, a closed lower end, and a side wall that extends between them forming an interior region adapted to receive a sample therein. The side wall includes colorless indications having a surface enhancement feature to provide visual distinction for at least a part of the side wall.
    [0015] [015] In certain configurations, colorless indications may include at least one line for completion. The sample collection container may also include a label disposed on a portion of the side wall, with at least a portion of the label aligned with the side wall including colorless indications. Colorless indications can include at least one line to be filled in, and the label can include at least one fill line in line with colorless indications.
    [0016] [016] In accordance with another embodiment of the present invention, a method of viewing a sample within a sample collection container is disclosed. The method includes providing a sample collection container against a colored background. The sample collection container includes an open top end, a closed bottom end, a side wall extending between them forming an interior region adapted to receive a sample therein, and a label having a label body disposed on at least part of the side wall, in visual alignment with the colored background. At least one of the side wall of the sample collection container and the label body has a print arranged thereon having a color that is substantially identical to the colored background. The method also includes viewing the amount of sample disposed within the sample collection container.
    [0017] [017] Optionally, the side wall of the sample collection container includes a form that is substantially identical to the color of the colored background. The side wall of the sample collection container may include a printout that is clear. In certain configurations, the form includes at least one fill line. In other configurations, the body of the label is clear. The label body may include an upper surface and a lower surface adapted for attachment to a sample collection container, with the label body having a viewing window that extends through it. The upper surface of the label body may include a printout thereof having a color substantially identical to a background color against which the label will be seen. The bottom surface may have a color substantially identical to a background color against which the label will be seen. In other configurations, the method also includes determining whether there is enough sample inside the sample collection vessel to perform a desired test procedure. Optionally, the observation of the quantity of sample disposed inside the sample collection container is performed by an automated display device.
    [0018] [018] In accordance with yet another embodiment of the present invention, a method for viewing a sample within a sample collection container includes providing a sample collection container against a colored background. The sample collection container includes an open upper end, a closed lower end, a side wall that extends between them forming an interior region adapted to receive a sample therein, and a label having a label body disposed on at least a part of the side wall, in visual alignment with the colored background. At least one of the side wall of the sample collection container and the label body includes colorless indications having a surface enhancement feature to provide visual distinction of at least a part of the side wall or the label body. The method also includes viewing the amount of sample disposed within the sample collection container.
    [0019] [019] In certain configurations, the method also includes determining whether there is enough sample inside the sample collection vessel to perform a desired test procedure. In other configurations, the observation of the amount of sample disposed inside the sample collection vessel is performed by an automated display device.
    [0020] [020] Other details and advantages of the invention will become apparent from reading the detailed description below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which similar parts are designated with similar reference numerals. Brief description of the drawings
    [0021] [021] Figure 1 is a front view of a label having a viewing window and lines for filling in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
    [0022] [022] Figure 2 is a front view of a label having an enlarged viewing window and lines for filling in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
    [0023] [023] Figure 3 is a front view of a sample collection container having the label of Figure 2 arranged thereon according to an embodiment of the present invention.
    [0024] [024] Figure 4 is a front view of a label having two viewing windows and lines for filling in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
    [0025] [025] Figure 5 is a front view of a label having two viewing windows and lines for filling in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
    [0026] [026] Figure 6 is a front view of a label having two viewing windows and lines for filling in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
    [0027] [027] Figure 7 is a front view of a sample collection container having the label of Figure 4 arranged thereon according to an embodiment of the present invention.
    [0028] [028] Figure 8 is a front view of a label having a viewing window and lines for filling in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
    [0029] [029] Figure 9 is a front view of a sample collection container having the label of Figure 8 arranged thereon according to an embodiment of the present invention.
    [0030] [030] Figure 10 is a front view of a label having a flood coating and lines for filling in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
    [0031] [031] Figure 11 is a front view of a sample collection container having the label of Figure 10 arranged thereon according to an embodiment of the present invention.
    [0032] [032] Figure 12 is a front view of a label having a viewing window and filling indicators according to an embodiment of the present invention.
    [0033] [033] Figure 13 is a front view of a label having a viewing window and filling indicators according to an embodiment of the present invention.
    [0034] [034] Figure 14 is a front view of a sample collection container having a physical fill line and a label disposed thereon according to an embodiment of the present invention.
    [0035] [035] Figure 15 is a schematic perspective view of a system for observing a sample collection container having a label disposed on it against a colored background in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. Description of preferred modalities
    [0036] [036] For the purpose of description as of now, terms for spatial orientation, if used, will relate to the modality mentioned, as outlined in the figures in the drawings here, or as otherwise described in the following detailed description. However, it must be understood that the modalities described from now on can assume many variations and alternative modalities. It should also be understood that the specific devices illustrated in the figures in the accompanying drawings and described here are simply exemplary and should not be considered as limiting.
    [0037] [037] The present invention is directed to a label, a sample collection container, and a labeling system in which any printed information required, such as any patient information, required tests, and / or lines for completion , is indistinguishable from either the background image color or the color on the underside of the label. By structuring the printed information so that it does not differ from the color of the background image and / or the color that is on the underside of the label, automated image capture systems do not detect the information, and thus the analysis volume can proceed without rupture or error.
    [0038] [038] With reference to Figure 1, a label 10 can include a label body 12 having an upper surface 14 and an opposite lower surface (not shown) adapted for attachment to a sample collection container 16, as shown in Figure 3 In one embodiment, the bottom surface of the label 10 can include an adhesive to attach it to the sample collection container 16. The sample collection container 16 can include an open top end 20, a closed bottom end 22, and a side wall 24 extending between them, defining an interior 26 of container adapted to receive a sample, such as, for example, a biological sample, such as blood, in it. In certain configurations, the sample collection container 16 can be a container with a single wall formed of glass and / or a polymeric composition. In other configurations, as shown in Figure 3, the sample collection container 16 can include a tube-in-tube configuration in which a second sample collection container 28 is disposed within the interior 26 of the container. The second sample collection container 28 may include a closed lower end 30, an open upper end 32, and a side wall 34 extending between them defining a second container interior 36. The open upper end 32 of the second sample collection container 28 may join or otherwise be attached to the open upper end 20 of the sample collection container 16, so that the introduction of a sample into the sample collection container sample 16 also introduces the sample into the second container interior 36. A closure 38 can cover the open top end 20 of the sample collection container 16 and the open top end 32 of the second sample collection container 28.
    [0039] [039] With reference again to Figure 1, the label body 12 may include a viewing window 18 that extends through the label body 12, extending, for example, from the upper surface 14 to the lower surface ( not shown). When label 10 is applied to a sample collection container 16, as shown in Figure 3, a sample deposited on the interior 26 of the container and / or the second interior 36 of the container may be visible through the viewing window 18. In certain embodiments, the viewing window 18 may be a cut-out portion of the label 10. In other embodiments, the viewing window 18 may be a clear portion of the label 10, such as, for example, a clear film portion. The label body 12 may also include an opaque region 40 in which indications, such as patient identification, test identifiers to be performed, batch and group information, tube specifications, and manufacturer information can be printed. Indications printed on an upper surface 42 of the opaque region 40 may include various colors.
    [0040] [040] Label body 12 may also include additional indications 44 that are printed on a portion of label 10 separate from the opaque region 40. These additional indications 44 may include lines for filling in or other information pertinent to the sample collection container and / or its contents. Additional indications 44 may be printed on the label body 12, such as on the upper surface 14 of the label body 12, in a color that is substantially identical to the background color against which the sample collection container 16 will be analyzed by a automated display. Consequently, if the sample collection container 16 is analyzed against a white background to determine whether a sufficient volume of sample is present within the sample collection container 16 to perform a specific test procedure, then additional white indications 44 would be printed on the label body 12. Similarly, if the sample collection container 16 is analyzed against a yellow background, then additional yellow indications 44 would be printed on the label body 12. By substantially matching the color of the additional indications 44 to the background color. against which the sample collection container 16 is to be analyzed, the indications will be visible to a clinician during sample collection, but will not be detected by the automated display during the volumetric analysis. Consequently, a clinician may be able to see a fill line printed in white on a label 10 disposed in a sample collection container 16 during a blood collection, but the white fill line is not detected by the automated display and thus , does not generate an error when analyzing the serum level.
    [0041] [041] In some embodiments, the opaque portion 40 may extend around only a portion of the side wall 24 of the sample collection container 16. Consequently, in some embodiments, the bottom surface (not shown) of the label body 12 , specifically the bottom surface of the opaque part 40, may have a color that is substantially identical to the color of the bottom against which the sample collection container 16 is analyzed. Consequently, if the sample collection container 16 is analyzed against a white background, then the lower surface of the opaque part 40 of the label body 12 can also be white. In this configuration, the automated display would not be disturbed if the sample collection container 16 was rotated so that the bottom surface of the label body 12 was positioned so that it was provided in visual contact with the display through the opposite side of the container. sample collection 16, that is, as seen through the back side of the sample collection container 16.
    [0042] [042] For the purpose of illustrating, it is noted that, throughout this application, parts of label 10 indicated as being clear are shown in the attached figures as being white, and parts of label 10 being indicated as being white are shown in the attached figures in a gray tone. Consequently, with reference to Figure 1, for example, the opaque part 40 is shown to have a white background, while the viewing window 18 is shown to be clear. Similarly, additional indications 44 are shown in white as printed in the clear viewing window 18.
    [0043] [043] With reference to Figure 2, in certain situations a label 10A having an enlarged viewing window 18A may be desirable. This can be particularly true during the collection of a small volume of blood in which the clinician wishes to view an enlarged view of the contents of the sample collection container 16. Consequently, in this configuration, the relative proportion between an opaque part 40A and the viewing window 18 A can be adjusted to provide an opaque portion of reduced area 40A and an enlarged viewing window 18A. As shown in Figures 1-3, at least a part of the label body 12 can be clear. In other situations, it may be desired that the entire label body 12 can be clear, with additional printed indications 44 having a color substantially identical to the color of the background against which the tube will be observed. In another configuration, at least a part of the label body 12 may be white. In other situations, it may be desired that the entire label body 12 is white, with additional printed indications 44 having a color substantially identical to the color of the background against which the tube will be viewed.
    [0044] [044] With reference to Figures 4-6, in certain configurations a label body 12B of a label 10B can include a plurality of viewing windows 18B, such as a first viewing window 50 and a second viewing window 52 extending between an upper surface 14B and the lower surface (not shown) opposite the upper surface 14B. As shown in Figure 4, the first viewing window 50 and the second viewing window 52 can be arranged within an opaque portion 40B. In another configuration, the first viewing window 50 and the second viewing window 52 can be oriented in a substantially vertical orientation, so that when the label body 12B is positioned in a sample collection container 16B, as shown in Figure 9, a clinician can see the amount of sample deposited within the 16B sample collection container during sample collection, and an automated display can determine the sample volume present in the 16B sample collection container for subsequent analysis.
    [0045] [045] Referring again to Figure 4, in one embodiment, the label body 12B may include a first display window 50 and a second display window 52 arranged in the inner region of the label body 12B, such as, for example, inside of an inner region 54. The label body 12B may also include other indications 60, such as fill lines, printed on the upper surface 14B. As shown in Figure 4, filling lines or other indications 60 can be provided adjacent to the first viewing window 50 and / or the second viewing window 52 to allow a clinician to easily see the amount of sample being introduced into the collection vessel of sample 16B during sample collection.
    [0046] [046] In certain situations, the automated display may require an unlabeled area to perform sample volume analysis, and will rotate the sample collection vessel in search of a visible area. Consequently, it may be necessary to size and position the viewing window 50 so that the automated display does not take the viewing window 50 through an unlabeled area, which can be defined as the gap between the front and rear edges of the label. For example, for a test performed on sample collection containers having an outside diameter of 10-16 mm and a total height of 75-100 mm, the minimum untagged area required for volume analysis can be 6.5 mm and must extend over the entire length or height of the sample collection container. Consequently, in one embodiment, the viewing window 50 may have a length that is less than 6.5 mm and have a height that is less than the height of the label as a whole.
    [0047] [047] Referring to Figure 5, according to another embodiment, the label body 12B can include a first display window 50 and a second display window 52 disposed adjacent to a perimeter 56 of the label body 12B. In certain configurations, the label body 12B may also include other indications 60, such as fill lines, printed on the upper surface 14B. As shown previously here, the label body 12B can be affixed to a sample collection container 16B. Optionally, at least one of the first viewing window 50 and the second viewing window 52 includes other indications 58 having the same color as the background color against which the sample collection container 16B will be viewed. In certain configurations, the additional indications 58 arranged in or within the first and / or second display windows 50, 52 can be at least partially aligned with the other indications 60 present in the label body 12B. In this embodiment, the other indications 60 present in the label body 12B can be of any color, while the additional indications 58 present in the first display window 50 and / or in the second display window 52 have the same color as the background color. against which the 16B sample collection container will be seen.
    [0048] [048] The labels 10, 10A, 10B of the present invention can be arranged in a wide variety of sample collection containers 16, 16B. Consequently, the size of the label can be adjusted accordingly to accommodate larger or smaller areas of outer surface of the sample collection container. As shown in Figure 6, an enlarged label 10B can be provided so that when applied to the surface of the sample collection container 16B, as shown in Figure 9, the label 10B can cover part of an outer surface 59 of the collection container of sample 16B extending to about 270 ° from the circular perimeter of the sample collection container 16B. In one embodiment, the label 10B may cover any suitable part of the outer surface 59 of the sample collection container 16B, such as, for example, from about 180 ° to about 360 ° of the circular perimeter of the sample collection container 16B.
    [0049] [049] With reference to Figures 8-9, in certain configurations, a single viewing window 50 may be arranged within the inner region of the label body 12B, such as, for example, within the inner region 54. As described above, the upper surface 14B of the label body 12B may include other indications 60 and / or additional indications 58 printed arranged within the viewing window 50 or above it. When label 10B is applied to the outer surface 59 of the sample collection container 16B, at least part of the other indications 60, such as, for example, filling lines, printed on the upper surface 14B of the label body 12B and / or the additional indications 58 arranged on the viewing window 50 or within it, can be aligned with a form 62, such as, for example, a filling line, arranged in the sample collection container 16B. In certain situations, at least part of the other indications 60 and / or additional indications 58 may cover part of the filling line 62 of the sample collection container 16B.
    [0050] [050] With reference to Figures 10-11, in one embodiment, the IOC label includes other indications 60 or printed having a color substantially identical to a background color against which the label will be seen, as previously discussed here. In certain situations, however, it may be desirable to provide indications 60 or another form that has a different color from the background color, and yet does not create errors in the visual analysis, as discussed earlier. In such situations, indications 60 may include an additional form 70 arranged over indications 60 which has a different color from the background color. For example, if a sample collection container 16C having an IOC label placed on it will be seen against a white background, then the other indications 60 can be initially printed on the IOC label and / or on the sample collection container 16C in the White. Subsequently, a printout 70 having a second color, such as black, for example, can be printed above indications 60. Consequently, when the IOC label of the sample collection container 16C is viewed from the front, such as, for example , looking directly at the IOC label on the outer surface of the 16C sample collection container, then the black print will be visible. When the IOC label of the 16C sample collection container is seen from the rear or bottom surface, such as when the inner surface of the tube is seen or through a viewing window, as discussed above, or from a part of a tube 74 that is not is covered by the IOC label, so the white form is visible. Consequently, in this configuration, the clinician may have the advantage of easily seeing a discernible print in black, while the automated display sees the white print and does not process the black print placed on it.
    [0051] [051] In another configuration, a flood coating 80 of a first color that is substantially identical to the background color against which the 16C sample collection container is to be seen can be provided above at least part of the IOC label and / or the 16C sample collection container. The flood coating 80 can be printed over a larger region of the IOC label and / or the sample collection container 16C than the indications 60. In this configuration, a print 70, having a second color that is different from the background color can be printed on the flood liner 80 in a manner similar to that described above. A benefit of using a flood coating 80 is that the alignment of the printout 70 does not need to be as accurate as when printout 70 is arranged over other indications 60. For example, if a white fill line having a thickness of 1 mm is printed on a clear label such as indications 60, and a black fill line print 70 in 1 mm black is printed over indications 60 on the white fill line, so the alignment between indications 60 and print 70 must be perfect in order to prevent inadvertent parts of the form 70 from being visible from the bottom surface of the IOC label and visible by an automated display. Consequently, the thickness of the printout 70 may be reduced, or a larger flood coating 80 may be deposited on the IOC label and / or sample collection container 16C to increase the tolerance to printing.
    [0052] [052] Referring again to Figures 10-11, when the IOC label is applied to the outer surface 59 of the sample collection container 16C, at least part of the other indications 60 printed on the upper surface 14B of the IOC label, and / or the additional indications 58 arranged on the viewing window 50 or within it, as shown in Figures 8-9, can be aligned with a printout 62. Printout 62 can include a line for filling, disposed in the 16C sample collection container. In certain situations, at least a part of the other indications 60 and / or the additional indications 58 may (m) cover part of the form 62 of the sample collection container 16C. The printout 62 in the sample collection container 16C may have a color that is substantially identical to the background color against which the sample collection container will be viewed. As shown in Figure 11, form 62 may include one or more lines for filling.
    [0053] [053] With reference to Figures 12-13, alternative labels 10D are shown in which the other indications 60 may include filling indicators and volumetric representations. Figure 12 illustrates the other indications 60 printed within the viewing window 50 in a color that is substantially identical to the background color against a sample collection container in which the label 10D that would be applied would be seen. Additional prints 70 in various colors that are different from the background color are shown printed on corresponding indications 60 so that the additional print 70 in the various colors is visible only from an upper surface 14D of the label 10D. Similarly, Figure 13 illustrates the identical label with the additional print 70 in various colors that are different from the background color shown printed on a flood coating 80 having the same color as the background color.
    [0054] [054] Referring to Figure 14, a 16D sample collection container for automated viewing against a colored background includes an open top end 20D, a closed bottom end 22D, and a side wall 24D that extends between them forming a region 26D interior adapted to receive a sample in it. The sample collection container 16D may include a printout on the sidewall 24D, arranged, for example, on an outer surface of the sidewall 24D or arranged within a portion of the sidewall 24D. As described above, the printout can be of a color that is substantially identical to the color of a background against which the 16D sample collection container is viewed. The form may include a fill line indicator and / or identification information, as described above.
    [0055] [055] Referring again to Figure 14, the side wall 24D of the sample collection container 16D may include colorless indications 84 having a surface enhancement feature 86 to provide visual distinction of at least a part of the side wall 24D. The surface enhancement feature 86 can be provided by engraving, streaking, or internal molding of colorless indications 84 in the 16D sample collection vessel. In another embodiment, the surface enhancement feature 86 provides a difference in surface texture to create a visual distinction between the colorless indications 84 and the side wall 24D of the 16D sample collection container. In yet another modality, colorless indications may include at least one line for completion. Colorless indications 84 can be provided in any orientation, such as substantially vertical or substantially horizontal. Colorless indications can extend up to a total or partial length or circumference of the 16D sample collection vessel.
    [0056] [056] Referring to Figure 15, a sample collection container 16 having a label 10 disposed on it and having a biological sample disposed thereon is provided against a colored background 100. Sample collection container 16 is aligned with a camera or other electronic eye 102 that allows the sample collection container 16 to be analyzed by the electronic eye 102. The electronic eye 102 determines whether there is sufficient volume of sample disposed within the sample collection container 16 to perform a test procedure wanted. The electronic eye 102 can see if there is enough sample inside the sample collection container 16 by reference to indications 44, such as, for example, a filling line. The electronic eye 102 can also see if there is enough sample inside the sample collection container 16 through the viewing window 18. As described here, indications 44 and bottom 100 have substantially the same color, so as not to allow indications 44 interfere with the electronic eye 102. In another embodiment, indications 44 are colorless and have a surface enhancement feature 86 to provide visual distinction from at least the other part of the sample collection container 16. In this system, analyzing the volume of the content of the sample collection container 16 by the electronic eye 102 includes determining whether there are enough samples within the sample collection container to perform a desired test procedure.
    [0057] [057] In certain configurations, the provision of the sample collection container 16 having a biological sample arranged against it against the colored background 100, and the analysis of the volume of the contents of the sample collection container 16 can be partially or fully automated. If the image indicates that the sample volume is sufficient to perform the test, then the sample collection vessel is analyzed accordingly. If the image indicates that insufficient volume is present inside the sample collection container, then the sample collection container and the contents are discarded.
    [0058] [058] Although several modalities of a label, a sample collection container, and an automated process for analyzing the volume of a sample collection container have been described in the detailed description that has been made, those skilled in the art can make modifications and changes to these modalities without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention. Consequently, the description made is intended to be illustrative, not restrictive.
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    [0001]
    Label for application in a sample collection container for automated visualization against a colored background, CHARACTERIZED by the fact that it comprises: a label body having an upper surface and a lower surface adapted for affixing to the sample collection container, the label body having a viewing window defined thereto, wherein the upper surface includes a printout thereon having a color substantially identical to a color of the colored background against which the label is seen during automated viewing, and where the colored background is external to the sample collection container.
    [0002]
    Label, according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED by the fact that it has a plurality of viewing windows defined between the upper surface and the lower surface.
    [0003]
    Label according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED by the fact that the label includes an additional print arranged on the print, the additional print having a second color, the second color being different from the color substantially identical to the color of the colored background.
    [0004]
    Label, according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED by further comprising a flood coating, in which the print is disposed on the flood coating.
    [0005]
    Label according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED by the fact that at least a part of the label body is clear.
    [0006]
    Label, according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED by the fact that at least part of the label body is white.
    [0007]
    Label, according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED by the fact that the body of the label comprises at least one fill line.
    [0008]
    Label, according to claim 7, CHARACTERIZED by the fact that the upper surface of the label includes at least one fill line.
    [0009]
    Label according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED by the fact that the viewing window includes at least one fill line, the fill line having a fill line color substantially identical to the color of the colored background against which the label is View.
    [0010]
    Label according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED by the fact that the bottom surface has a color substantially identical to the color of the colored background against which the label is seen during automated viewing.
    [0011]
    Label, according to claim 10, CHARACTERIZED by the fact that the body of the label comprises at least one fill line.
    [0012]
    Label, according to claim 10, CHARACTERIZED by the fact that the upper surface of the label includes at least one fill line.
    [0013]
    Label according to claim 10, CHARACTERIZED by the fact that the viewing window includes at least one fill line, the fill line having a fill line color substantially identical to the color of the colored background against which the label is View.
    [0014]
    Label, according to claim 10, CHARACTERIZED by further comprising the sample collection container in contact with the lower surface of the label body.
    [0015]
    Sample collection container for automated visualization against a colored background, CHARACTERIZED by the fact that it comprises: an open upper end; a closed lower end; and a side wall extending between them forming an interior region adapted to receive a sample therein, where the side wall includes a print having a color substantially identical to a color of the colored background against which the sample collection container is seen during automated visualization, and where the colored background is external to the sample collection container.
    [0016]
    Sample collection container, according to claim 15, CHARACTERIZED by the fact that the form comprises at least one filling line.
    [0017]
    Sample collection container according to claim 15, further comprising a label disposed on a part of the side wall, at least a part of the label aligned with the side wall including a form.
    [0018]
    Sample collection container, according to claim 17, CHARACTERIZED by the fact that the form comprises at least one fill line and the label comprises at least one fill line aligned with the form.
    [0019]
    Sample collection container, according to claim 15, CHARACTERIZED by the fact that a material that forms the side wall includes colorless indications integrated with the material and having a surface enhancement feature to provide visual distinction of at least part of the side wall.
    [0020]
    Sample collection container, according to claim 19, CHARACTERIZED by the fact that the colorless indications comprise at least one filling line.
    [0021]
    Sample collection container according to claim 19, further comprising a label disposed on a part of the side wall, at least a part of the label aligned with the side wall including colorless indications.
    [0022]
    Sample collection container, according to claim 19, CHARACTERIZED by the fact that the colorless indications comprise at least one fill line and the label comprises at least one fill line aligned with the colorless indications.
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