What to Use With Cryogenic Tubes
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ryogenic tubes are typically used for the long-term storage of biological samples at extremely low temperatures, such as in liquid nitrogen (-196°C). To ensure the safety and integrity of the samples, it is important to use certain equipment and accessories when handling and storing cryogenic tubes. Here are some of the most common items used with cryogenic tubes:
Cryogenic vials: These are the tubes themselves, typically made of high-quality plastic or glass that can withstand the extreme temperatures of cryogenic storage.
Cryogenic storage boxes: These are special boxes designed to hold cryogenic vials. They may have a grid or slot system to organize the vials and may be made of durable materials such as polycarbonate or stainless steel.
Cryogenic labels: These are labels specifically designed for use in cryogenic storage. They are typically made of waterproof and durable materials, such as polyester or polypropylene, and may have special adhesives to ensure they remain affixed to the vial even in extreme temperatures.
Cryogenic gloves: These are gloves made of materials that can withstand the extreme cold of cryogenic storage, such as neoprene or nitrile. They are used to protect the hands when handling cryogenic vials.
Cryogenic face shields and goggles: These are protective face shields and goggles designed to protect the face and eyes when handling cryogenic vials.
Cryogenic storage tanks: These are large tanks designed to hold multiple cryogenic vials or storage boxes. They are typically made of stainless steel and may have specialized insulation to maintain the low temperatures required for cryogenic storage.
Using the proper equipment and accessories when handling and storing cryogenic tubes is essential for ensuring the safety and integrity of the samples being stored.
There are several sizes of cryogenic tubes available for storing biological samples at extremely low temperatures. In addition to the commonly used 2ml cryogenic tubes, here are some of the other sizes of cryogenic tubes:
0.5ml cryogenic tubes: These tubes are smaller than the 2ml tubes and are often used to store smaller samples, such as DNA or RNA samples.
4.5ml cryogenic tubes: These tubes are larger than the 2ml tubes and are often used to store larger samples or for sample pooling.
5ml cryogenic tubes: These tubes are similar in size to the 4.5ml tubes and are also used for storing larger samples or for sample pooling.
15ml cryogenic tubes: These tubes are even larger than the 4.5ml and 5ml tubes and are often used for long-term storage of larger volumes of samples, such as cell cultures.
50ml cryogenic tubes: These tubes are the largest size of cryogenic tubes available and are used for storing even larger volumes of samples, such as bacterial cultures or larger cell samples.
The size of the cryogenic tube used will depend on the size and volume of the sample being stored, as well as the specific needs of the research or testing being conducted.
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