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A test tube storage tray assembly with multiple storage bays for individual test tubes is disclosed. The storage tray assembly comprises three sections: a base section, a center section and a cover section. Each storage bay centers a test tube stored at two levels: at the base section and at the cen

A test tube storage tray assembly with multiple storage bays for individual test tubes is disclosed. The storage tray assembly comprises three sections: a base section, a center section and a cover section. Each storage bay centers a test tube stored at two levels: at the base section and at the center section. The base section and the center section are connected by interlocking rims. The cover section may have a hermetically sealing rim interface with the center section. The test tube storage tray assembly is dimensioned for use in combination with automatic test tube handlers.

대표청구항 ▼

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A tray assembly for storing a plurality of test tubes, each test tube having a bottom, said tray assembly comprising:a base section including a base rim and defining a plurality of recesses, each of said recesses being adapted for receiving the bottom of a test tube there

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A tray assembly for storing a plurality of test tubes, each test tube having a bottom, said tray assembly comprising:a base section including a base rim and defining a plurality of recesses, each of said recesses being adapted for receiving the bottom of a test tube therein;a center section defining a plurality of openings, each of said openings being adapted to receive a test tube therethrough, said center section providing a guide in each of said openings for guiding a test tube during insertion therethrough and for holding the test tube in position, said center section including a center rim for alignment with said base rim; anda cover section including a cover rim for alignment within said center rim.