Specimen Transport & Absorbent Supplies
Transport totes, foam racks, and absorbent packets for secure specimen handling and shipment
Specimen transport and absorbent supplies support the safe handling, organization, and shipment of clinical specimens after collection. This category includes transport totes with protective inserts, foam racks sized for tubes and urine cups, and absorbent packets and sheets used to contain leaks during transport.
What Specimen Transport & Absorbent Supplies Are Used For
These products are used to organize and protect specimens during transport between a collection site and a testing laboratory. Transport totes with hard plastic inserts keep specimens secure and upright during transit, while foam racks hold tubes or urine cups in place to prevent spills or breakage. Absorbent packets and sheets are placed alongside specimens to contain any leaks and meet packaging requirements for the shipment of biological samples.
Key Features
- Specimen transport totes available in small and intermediate sizes
- Hard plastic inserts for secure, protected specimen placement
- 21-place foam tube racks for organized tube transport
- Foam racks designed specifically for urine cup transport
- Liquid absorbent packets and sheets to contain leaks during shipment
- Durable, reusable tote design for repeated use
Common Questions
Why are absorbent packets used in specimen transport?
Absorbent packets and sheets are placed alongside specimen containers to contain any leaks or spills that may occur during transport, helping to meet biological sample shipping requirements.
What is a specimen transport tote used for?
A specimen transport tote is used to securely carry multiple specimens between a collection site and a laboratory, with foam or plastic inserts that keep containers upright and organized during transit.
Are foam racks specific to certain specimen containers?
Yes, foam racks are typically sized for specific container types, such as tube racks designed to hold 21 tubes or urine cup racks designed to secure specimen cups during transport.
