Transfer pipettes and specialized collection devices for additional specimen types

Other Specimen Collection includes specimen collection supplies that fall outside the standard swab, cup, and cytology categories. This includes transfer pipettes for liquid specimen handling and specialized containers such as sputum traps for respiratory specimen collection.

What These Supplies Are Used For

Transfer pipettes are used to move small volumes of liquid specimens between containers with precision, supporting general laboratory and specimen handling tasks. Sputum traps are used to collect lower respiratory specimens directly from suction tubing in a closed, contamination-controlled container for laboratory testing.

Key Features

• Non-sterile disposable transfer pipettes for general specimen handling
• Graduated transfer pipettes for measured liquid transfer
• Sputum trap with screw-on cap for secure specimen containment
• Designed for use across clinical and laboratory collection settings

Common Questions

What is a transfer pipette used for in specimen collection?
A transfer pipette is used to draw up and transfer small volumes of liquid specimens between containers, commonly used in laboratory and specimen preparation settings.

What is a sputum trap used for?
A sputum trap is used to collect lower respiratory specimens, such as sputum, directly from suction tubing into a sealed container for laboratory analysis.

What is the difference between a standard and graduated transfer pipette?
A graduated transfer pipette has measurement markings along the shaft to allow for approximate volume measurement during transfer, while a standard transfer pipette is used for general liquid transfer without measurement.