Abstract: An intimate garment protector for protecting a garment or multiple garments, namely bras, during laundering. The device comprises first and second basket members that are designed and configured to receive the cup portions of at least one bra. Preferably, the basket members have a generally dome-like or conical-like shape. The device further includes first and second biasing members wherein the first biasing member is designed and configured to be received within the first basket member and the second biasing member is shaped and configured to be received within the second basket member. Accordingly, by placing the cup portions of the bra or bras in the basket members and then placing the biasing members thereupon, a sandwich-like configuration is formed that protects the shape and contours of the bra during the washing process.

Abstract: A needleless port system for depositing a sample of biological material into a vacuum container. The system comprises a generally dome-shaped or bell-shaped housing having an upper end and a bottom end, the latter being designed and configured to axially engage a vacuum container receivable therethrough. The system further includes at least one passageway, preferably disposed along a top portion thereof, for establishing fluid communication with a source of biological material. The system further preferably includes a hollow, generally spike-shaped member for depositing the biological sample into the vacuum container. Axially disposed within the housing and axially received about the generally spike-shaped member is a seal member designed and configured to penetrably and sealingly receive the distal tip of the spike member. The seal member is preferably designed and configured to selectively control the amount of biological material drawn into the vacuum container.