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Blood culture vial or bottle having an agitation paddle
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In this article, the authors describe a blood culture vial and bottle having an agitation paddle that enhances liquid agitation within the container, when the container is rotated on a turntable instrument.Abstract:
The present invention describes a blood culture vial and bottle having an agitation paddle that enhances liquid agitation within the container, when the container is rotated on a turntable instrument. In particular, a flexible paddle is inserted into the container and is slightly oversized to be held in position within the container. In addition, the agitation paddle can have a variety of structures including a star shape or a helix shape.read more
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