Abstract: An exemplary device for collecting cervicovaginal cells includes a proximal end portion configured for gripping by a user, a distal end portion configured for contacting an ectocervical region and obtaining a sampling of cells therefrom, an elongated body portion extending between and connecting the proximal end portion and the distal end portion, and an elongated slot sized and shaped to receive a bristled portion of a brush having disposed thereon endocervical cells.

Abstract: A lug nut assembly is provided for securing a wheel rim defining at least one aperture to a wheel hub including at least one threaded stud extending from the wheel hub. The lug nut assembly comprises an elongated sleeve that includes a central bore that defines a longitudinal axis. The elongated sleeve has a secured end rotatably secured to the wheel rim and an opposed distal end extending outwardly from the rim. The sleeve includes at least one wrench engaging surface. A nut, having a central threaded bore that is adapted to matingly engage the threaded stud, is slidably mounted within the sleeve to move coaxially along the longitudinal axis of the sleeve. Means are provided for preventing independent rotation of the sleeve relative to the nut.

Abstract: A lug nut assembly is provided for securing a wheel rim defining at least one aperture to a wheel hub including at least one threaded stud extending from the wheel hub. The lug nut assembly comprises an elongated sleeve that includes a central bore that defines a longitudinal axis. The elongated sleeve has a secured end rotatably secured to the wheel rim and an opposed distal end extending outwardly from the rim. The sleeve includes at least one wrench engaging surface. A nut, having a central threaded bore that is adapted to matingly engage the threaded stud, is slidably mounted within the sleeve to move coaxially along the longitudinal axis of the sleeve. Means are provided for preventing independent rotation of the sleeve relative to the nut.

Abstract: A device for collecting cervicovaginal cells, including a first end portion for contacting an ectocervical region and obtaining a sampling of cells therefrom, a second end portion opposite the first end portion, and an elongated middle portion connecting the first and second end portions. A region is formed on the device that provides a designated edge against which an endocervical brush is able to be rubbed for harvesting of cells from the endocervical brush in a vial of preservative.

Abstract: A wheeled hamper has a hinged lid that freely pivots between a closed position and a position, preferably past ninety degrees, at which the lid is latched into place by a releasable catch mechanism. In the latched position, the lid can be used as a handle to tilt the hamper and wheel it. In a second embodiment, the lid has at least one stable position intermediate the closed position and the latched position. It can be held there by detents which can be released by appliying a torque to the lid as opposed to the catch mechanism which in its preferable form does not release simply by application of a torque. This provides a way to keep the hamper open when it is in stationary use and to conveniently close it after such use by simply pulling on the lid as opposed to going through a procedure to release the catch mechanism. Two embodiments of catch mechanisms are disclosed. Other features are also disclosed.