Closures for medical laboratory samples
Optimum protection for medical samples thanks to precise closure systems
Closures for sample tubes
As reliable protection against contamination, evaporation and sample loss, laboratory sample closures are important consumables in the pre-analytical workflow.
With precise solutions for professional storage and optimum sample quality, SARSTEDT makes your day-to-day work even more efficient. Whether universal caps for a variety of applications or caps specific for pre- and post-analytical laboratory automation systems - discover high-quality laboratory sample closures for your manual or automated sample handling from SARSTEDT.
Overview of laboratory sample closures
Sample closures are indispensable in laboratory practice. They are used in the pre-analytical workflow and post-analytical sample management to secure diagnostic sample containers and must therefore be of the high quality and fulfil safety requirements.
Our laboratory sample closure options are of high quality and compliant with the requirements for example from, European IVDR (In Vitro Diagnostics Regulation). In combination with a suitable primary or secondary container, they ensure the integrity of your samples at all times - from sample preparation and collection to transport, processing, storage and archiving.
In addition to the sample contents, the closures protect your staff in clinical diagnostics and in laboratory and research facilities from possible infection from sample contents.
Handling of closures
Our sealing solutions guarantee the stability and security of your samples in the pre-analytical workflow and eliminate the risk of samples being contaminated. This ensures that your samples remain protected against evaporation, contamination or sample loss from sample dispatch (e.g. with Tempus1800®) and centrifugation through to storage and archiving. New developments in medical technology, such as the increasing automation of laboratory processes, are also increasing the demand for innovative solutions.
At SARSTEDT, you can choose the suitable sample closure options for both manual and automated laboratory sample handling - depending on your preference and intended use. For instance you can choose between screw and push caps.
Types of closures and their areas of application
Our wide range of closures offers the right solution for your sample tube, whether with a screw cap, push cap or evaporation protection covers for block racks.
Choose your ideal sample closure from the SARSTEDT range depending on the application:
Classic push caps with easy grip access for quick handling
Flat push caps for space-saving storage
Spill plugs to minimise the risk of contamination
Sealing caps as evaporation protection for the S-Monovette®[A1]
Archiving caps with and without filter for high throughput, universal and suitable for automation
Ventilation caps with a two-stage seat to prevent the formation of condensation
Multi-fit caps for tubes from 12-17 mm diameter for maximum flexibility
Cover for block racks as evaporation protection for sample handle with open tubes
Screw caps, suitable for secondary tubes with and without intermediate base for dispatch and automated use
Criteria for choosing the right closure
The selection of a suitable closure for the type of sample, depends on various criteria such as the sample container, handling, transport and storage of the sample. By following the criteria, you can guarantee the integrity and stability of the sample as well as safety for people and the environment. SARSTEDT offers you solutions and products for closure systems that fulfil all your requirements for pre-analytical workflows, sample handling in the laboratory and reliable recovery or archiving.
The importance of closures for sample integrity
Choosing the correct high-quality closures is an essential element in guaranteeing the integrity of samples and security in clinics, laboratories and research facilities.
Special fasteners for special requirements
Specialised capping solutions may be required depending on the analysis method or area of application. This applies in particular to high-throughput analytical procedures where smooth laboratory automation is essential.
Closures for high-throughput analytical procedures
High-throughput analytical procedures require systems that can process, sort, distribute, analyse and handle a large number of samples in a short period of time. This ensures,, your laboratory staff can be relieved and the total turn around t time (ToTAT) of your work processes from sample collection and sample transport to storage and archiving can bereduced.
Closures such as our archiving caps play an important role, as they are suitable for use with pre- and post-analytical systems for fully automated sample processing. For example, they enable appropriate archiving by automated recapping, which optimises your time and cost efficiency through maximum sample throughput, enables easy integration into your workflows and ensures reliable sample integrity and stability.
Important features of special sample closures include
Efficient and fast opening and closing mechanisms
Secure sealing and protection of samples from external influences
Compatibility with laboratory automation systems
Let's work together: Discover the 360° solutions for your pre-analytics
SARSTEDT simplifies your work in practice and laboratory with its coordinated products and systems that are consolidated in the pre-analytical workflow product range. Take advantage of the synergies of our systems to simplify all processes before and after the actual laboratory analysis: collection, transport, receipt and distribution of the specimens in the laboratory. As a leading global provider of pre-analytical solutions and systems, SARSTEDT continuously strives to bring greater reliability and efficiency to your work in pre-analytics.
