3m innovative properties company (20240341627). PROTECTED SAMPLE COLLECTION MEDIA simplified abstract

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 20240341627 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 fully covers both major sides of the media, with a first portion that can be removed independently and a second portion that forms 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 protective sheath has a removable first portion and a second portion that forms a tab for easy handling.
• The system may include a sample collection device, and the protected sample collection media may be part of a kit with instructions for use.

Potential Applications: - Medical sample collection - Forensic evidence collection - Environmental sample collection

Problems Solved: - Protecting the sample collection media from contamination or damage - Facilitating easy handling and use of the sample collection media

Benefits: - Improved sample integrity - Simplified sample collection process - Reduced risk of sample contamination

Commercial Applications: Title: Enhanced Sample Collection System for Various Industries This technology could be used in medical facilities, forensic labs, environmental testing companies, and research institutions for efficient and reliable sample collection.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the protective sheath enhance the sample collection process? 2. What are the potential cost savings associated with using this protected sample collection media?

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in sample collection techniques and materials to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of sample collection processes.

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.