Versatile body fluid test pad worn at location of excretion and valued for early diagnosis of threatening diseases during pregnancy, includes indicator displaying e.g. pH

摘要

An interceptor (3) for body fluid, is carried at the point of release from the body, and includes an indicator (2b). An independent claim is included for the corresponding method. Preferred features: The interceptor is located on the side facing the body. Interceptor and indicator are fastened together, e.g. by an adhesive. Between the body part secreting fluid and the indicator, a layer permeable or semi-permeable to the body fluid is located. The indicator is positioned on a panty pad or a sanitary towel. It may be arranged in briefs. The indicator registers pH. Salient features of the method include a device, e.g. like tongs, which express the bodily fluid and bring it into contact with an indicator. The indicator shows the fluid characteristics directly. The fluid is a vaginal secretion. It is urine. Especially pH is indicated. A color change takes place in the range pH 4.0-5.0. The fluid is alternatively from a wound. The indicator determines the acidity of a pH electrode. Sugar content in the bodily fluid is measured.