Best practices in specimen collection, handling and transport in a clinical laboratory are critical for accurate test results. Urine specimens are often poured directly into collection tubes with 'screw-on' or 'snap-on' caps. Reliable results can be achieved in urine diagnostics only if the correct pre-analytical conditions are ensured. Greiner Bio-One North America, Inc., a privately held plastic manufacturing company located in Monroe, NC has recently introduced a new urine collection tube to its product line. To provide an optimal solution for urine diagnostics, this manufacturer has developed the new VACUETTE® Urine CCM Tube. This VACUETTE® Urine CCM Tube preserves specimen integrity and is therefore ideal for transport and processing of urine samples for microbiology culture.
The additive in the tube stabilizes the bacterial count and parameters for up to 48 hours at room temperature. The urine specimen thus does not require refrigeration. These tubes are also suitable for extended processing and transport times, and for microbiological diagnosis. This CCM tube features a safety cap that is leak-proof yet easy to open allowing for a hygienic operating method, with no risk of the splashes or aerosols that can occur with a standard stopper. Made from highly transparent PET plastic, this tube is virtually unbreakable. Greiner Bio One's Vacuette 10.5ml Urine Tube W/Boric Acid comes with a yellow color cap and a black color ring.
Greiner Bio-One, a world market leader in the field of biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, clinical diagnostics, and research also provides diverse products such as blood collection sets, Vacuette blood collection tubes, urine cups, and more. Professional lab equipment suppliers offer these products at a competitive rate.