RUCDR orders Micronic sample-storage tubes

Micronic has received a 12-month call-off order for sample storage tubes from the Rutgers University Cell and DNA Repository (RUCDR) in Piscataway, New Jersey.

After an open evaluation process, Rutgers selected Micronic 0.75ml and 1.4ml tubes, together with coloured TPE caps, to provide high-integrity, long-term storage of samples at -80C.

RUCDR conducts research aimed at understanding the genetic causes of common, complex diseases.

Its activities are intended to enable gene discovery leading to diagnosing, treatments and, eventually, cures for the diseases.

RUCDR assists researchers throughout the world by providing biomaterials, technical consultation and logistical support.

Micronic 0.75ml and 1.4ml sample storage tubes are manufactured from medical-grade polypropylene in a fully automated Class 7 clean-room environment, ensuring that they exhibit absolute product consistency, near-zero contaminants and compliance with US and European Pharmacopoeia tests.

The tubes resist many organic solvents (including DMSO, methanol and dichloromethane), may be autoclaved clean and can be repeatedly freeze thawed without loss of product performance.

A 2D code on the bottom of each tube is claimed to provide an easy and unambiguous means of storing and identifying samples.

The optimised internal shape of each Micronic sample storage tube ensures the lowest possible dead volume and maximum sample recovery.

The design, in which 96 individual tubes can be fitted into a standard footprint rack, optimises use of valuable freezer space and ensures automation compatibility.

Micronic TPE coloured caps provide single-action capping of an individual tube, a row of tubes or a complete 96-tube rack, thereby increasing productivity and eliminating the need for additional tube capping systems.

Available in a choice of eight different colours, Micronic TPE caps provide a solution for visually differentiating stored samples by person, department, project or even by the day of the week they were submitted.

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