48 devices · GMDN 57910
Faecal specimen containers with fixative are single-use plastic receptacles designed to collect, preserve, and transport stool samples for laboratory analysis. They contain chemical solutions like sodium acetate or formaldehyde to stabilize the specimen, ensuring accurate detection of parasites, eggs, or other pathogens during testing.
These devices are typically regulated as in vitro diagnostics (IVDs) and must comply with relevant standards for single-use medical devices. They are commonly supplied as sterile, pre-filled containers for clinical or diagnostic use, often distributed in bulk packs for healthcare settings.
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