Patent ID: 8816149
Filing Date: 2014-08-26
Classification: A61F,A61L

Abstract:
1. A system for detection and monitoring of body exudates, comprising: an absorbent article; a first gas emitting substance within the absorbent article, wherein the first gas emitting substance emits a first gas when the absorbent article is contacted with a liquid insult; a color-changing device in association with the absorbent article, comprising a first gas sensitive composition, wherein the appearance of the color-changing device changes when the device is contacted with the first gas, wherein the color-changing device is a badge, watch, or sticker worn outside a wearer's clothing; and a second gas emitting substance, wherein the second gas emitting substance emits a second gas when the absorbent article is nearing its maximum absorbent capacity, wherein the appearance of the color-changing device changes in a first manner when the device is contacted with the first gas, and wherein the appearance of the color-changing device changes in a second manner when the device is contacted with the second gas.