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For many women, the thought of a cervical screening test brings not just anxiety but an expectation of pain. This fear often leads to delayed or skipped appointments, putting health at risk. But does a gynecological exam have to hurt? Modern medical engineering says no. Thanks to advances in material science and ergonomic design, today's ... Read more

In any lab, be it clinical, pharmaceutical, or academic, having the right tools for the job is paramount to getting good results. One lab tool that has an important and crucial role is the centrifuge tube. One tube can be used to mix, spin, transport, and store the sample. Having an effective and efficient tube ... Read more

Venipuncture poses a challenge on its own and is one of the most frequently performed procedures in the medical field. It is especially challenging to perform on vulnerable groups. On most traditional blood collection devices, adults and elders will experience multiple painful attempts along with the development of anxiety. A solution to this is the ... Read more

In a contemporary clinical lab, the color of a blood collection tube is deliberately chosen and indicates a specific additive to prep blood for certain tests. Awareness of the color code is crucial for the healthcare practitioner since pre-analytical errors can occur, optimally yielding the expected results. The focus of this guide is the Non-Vacuum ... Read more

Fecal DNA test sensitivity (for colorectal cancer, gut microbiome analyses, etc.) cannot be evaluated without considering the pre-analytical steps involved in sample collection. Typically, the sampling tool's quantitative consistency is the most critical factor in analyzing fecal DNA, yet it is the most overlooked. This article discusses the appendage spoon, the quantitative consistency of the ... Read more

Selecting Sample Containers requires careful consideration and review on a case-by-case basis. Urine tests come with requirements for the collection containers, which may include the need for sterility, chemical inertness, anti-leak performance, and required volume. The use of the wrong container may lead to false negative results, sample rejection, and patient diagnosis errors. This article ... Read more