An apparatus for the collection of samples for liquid based cytology tests

摘要

A sample collection and shipping apparatus for use in liquid based cytology testing comprises an outer container. One or more groups of cytology sample collection components are located within the outer container for collecting one or more cytology samples. Each group of cytology collection components comprises a cytology collection device, a corresponding vial containing a preservative liquid for receiving the cytology sample from the cytology collection device, and a corresponding requisition form and vial label for completion with the information pertaining to the sample. One or more groups of shipping components are also located within the outer container for packaging one or more collected cytology samples for shipping to one ore more laboratories for analysis. Each group of shipping components comprises a shipping carton comprising a support means for packaging a vial containing a cytology sample and a corresponding requisition form for shipping to one or more laboratories for analysis. Figure 2