18580284. PROTECTED SAMPLE COLLECTION MEDIA simplified abstract (3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY)

PROTECTED SAMPLE COLLECTION MEDIA

Organization Name

3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY

Inventor(s)

Audrey A. Sherman of Woodbury MN (US)

Alan R. Dombrowski of Woodbury MN (US)

Michael R. Berrigan of Oakdake MN (US)

Brett J. Sitter of Marine on St Croix MN (US)

Tonya D. Bonilla of Woodbury MN (US)

Narina Y. Stepanova of Woodbury MN (US)

Laura R. Nereng of Woodbury MN (US)

Michael C. Wohl of Bethesda MD (US)

PROTECTED SAMPLE COLLECTION MEDIA - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18580284 titled 'PROTECTED SAMPLE COLLECTION MEDIA

The protected sample collection media described in the patent application consists of a piece of porous sample collection media covered by a protective sheath. The sheath has two portions, with the first portion being removable and the second portion forming a tab for easy gripping.

• The protected sample collection media includes a piece of porous sample collection media and a protective sheath.
• The protective sheath fully covers both major sides of the sample collection media.
• The sheath has two portions, with the first portion being removable independently of the second portion.
• The second portion of the sheath forms a tab that can be easily gripped by hand.
• This system may be part of a sample collection device and can be provided as a kit with instructions for use.

Potential Applications: - Medical sample collection devices - Forensic sample collection kits - Environmental sample collection tools

Problems Solved: - Protecting the sample collection media from contamination or damage - Providing a convenient and user-friendly way to handle the sample collection media

Benefits: - Improved sample collection accuracy - Reduced risk of sample contamination - Easy and efficient sample handling process

Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative Protected Sample Collection Media for Various Industries" This technology can be used in medical facilities, forensic labs, environmental testing companies, and research institutions for efficient and reliable sample collection processes.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the protective sheath improve the sample collection process? - The protective sheath ensures the integrity of the sample by preventing contamination or damage during handling. 2. What are the potential market implications of this innovation? - This technology can lead to increased efficiency and accuracy in sample collection processes across various industries.

Original Abstract Submitted

A protected sample collection media for use in a sample collection device includes a piece of porous sample collection media having a first major side and an opposing second major side; and a protective sheath fully covering the first major side and the second major side. The protective sheath has a first portion and a second portion. The first portion is removable without removing the second portion. The second portion forms a tab constructed to be gripped by hand. The protected sample collection media may be part of a system including a sample collection device. The system may be provided as a kit including instructions for use of the kit.