Abstract: A multiple cuvette strip comprises a plurality of wells and a reversible interlocking device. The well strips can be reversibly interlocked to other well strips to form a sample holder system. One embodiment of a well strip comprises a flange and a slot to form a reversible interlocking device.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical sample storage system in which the accommodation volume of a case is increased is disclosed and claimed. The molding of the storage rack is easy. The cases in the storage rack are locked in place and will not fall out even if the storage rack is turned upside down. Placing and removing cases from the storage rack is highly accurate. The sample storage system is sealed and the storage rack vertically accommodates a plurality of cases in a matrix. The cases are rectangular in cross-section and are hollow. The cases are tapered toward the bottom portion of the case and the outer surfaces of the cases are chamfered. The storage rack has a lower grate-shaped bottom portion which is partitioned by cross members. The bottom portion of the case being fitted into one partitioned portion of the grate-shaped bottom portion and has case supporting pins vertically provided upward from each intersection of gratings or cross members of the grated bottom portion.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a breakable multi-specimen storage vessel. The vessel comprises a tubular container (2) comprising a lower end (2A) and an upper end (2B). At least said upper end (2B) has an open end opening (2C). The length of said container (2) is continuously formed and provided with break portions (4A, 4B) at predetermined positions alongside thereof. Said container (2) is adapted to be broken into a plurality of specimens. Further, an external surface of said container (2) may be provided with a screw thread (5). Said screw thread (5) is provided extending longitudinally along substantially the entire length of said tubular container (2) and said internal surface is substantially smooth. The invention further relates to a break tool (6) for breaking off specimens from a multi-specimen storage vessel such as a storage vessel according to the invention.

Abstract: A system including a flexible, removable tube holder that flexes to fit either a straight rack or a centrifuge rotor slot. The system provides for the elimination of manual recording of the individual tubes, and provides for the transference of the tubes from the rack to the centrifuge and back, as a group.