Pathology Specimen Bags

• Dual pouch design keeps specimens and documentation completely separate, preventing wet or damaged request forms.
• Three-wall LDPE construction resists tears and punctures during handling, transport and processing.
• Press seal closure holds specimens securely with reliable resealable access for inspection if needed.
• Separate document pocket protects request forms from moisture, condensation and specimen contact.
• Printed biohazard symbols alert staff to proper handling protocols and support infection control compliance.
• Colour-coded options enable visual identification systems for multi-site sorting and departmental workflows.
• Tearline variants provide rapid specimen access for high-volume labs without compromising transport security.
• Clear film visibility allows visual verification of contents without opening bags.
• Temperature checkboxes on tearline bags indicate storage requirements (Freeze, Refrigerate, Room Temperature).
• Consistent 260 × 160mm size fits standard specimen containers and transport systems.

For Collection Staff and Phlebotomists

• Dual pouch keeps specimen tubes separate from request forms during collection.
• Press seal closure is easy to operate while wearing gloves.
• Clear or tinted film allows visual confirmation that specimen is correctly placed.
• Biohazard symbols prompt correct handling from point of collection.
• Compact size fits easily in collection trays and transport bags.

For Laboratory Processing Staff

• Colour coding enables rapid visual sorting when hundreds of specimens arrive simultaneously.
• Tearline bags save seconds per specimen that add up to hours in high-volume operations.
• Document pocket keeps request forms dry and legible for accurate data entry.
• Three-wall construction prevents leakage even if specimen container fails.
• Temperature checkboxes indicate storage requirements at a glance.

For Transport and Courier Services

• Secure press seal maintains containment during vehicle movement and handling.
• Three-wall LDPE resists punctures from other specimens in transport containers.
• Dual pouch prevents specimen condensation from affecting documentation.
• Tearline bags remain fully sealed during transport, opening only at destination.
• Colour coding helps sort specimens for different laboratory destinations.

For Facility Managers and Procurement

• Nine options cover all workflow requirements from a single supplier.
• High pack quantities (1,000-2,000 per carton) reduce ordering frequency.
• Sydney warehouse stock eliminates long lead times for urgent restocks.
• Consistent quality across all colours ensures reliable performance.
• Colour-coded system supports accreditation and quality framework compliance.

Hospital Pathology Departments

• Ward specimen collection with colour coding by department or building.
• Emergency department urgent specimens using red bags for priority processing.
• Oncology unit cytotoxic specimens in mandatory purple bags.
• Outpatient clinic routine collections with standard press seal bags.
• Operating theatre specimens requiring rapid turnaround.

Private Pathology Laboratories

• Multi-site collection networks using colour coding for rapid sorting on arrival.
• High-volume processing with tearline bags for faster specimen access.
• Courier route organisation using different colours for different destinations.
• Quality control with visual verification of specimen placement.
• Accreditation compliance with consistent biohazard identification.

GP Clinics and Medical Centres

• Daily pathology requests with reliable specimen protection.
• Colour coding for different pathology providers if using multiple labs.
• Secure storage before courier pickup with clear biohazard identification.
• Patient-friendly collection with professional appearance.
• Staff training supported by printed handling instructions.

Aged Care Facilities

• Resident specimen collection with simple dual pouch design.
• Infection control during storage before courier pickup.
• Clear biohazard marking supports staff confidence in handling.
• Secure documentation protection for accurate patient identification.
• Colour coding optional for facilities with complex workflows.

Mobile Pathology Services

• Home collection rounds with secure transport protection.
• Vehicle-based storage with three-wall puncture resistance.
• Regional collection routes across rough roads.
• Multi-patient rounds with colour-coded organisation.
• Documentation protection in variable temperature conditions.

The dual pouch design solves the most common problem in specimen transport: wet, damaged or illegible request forms. When specimen tubes are placed directly with paperwork, condensation from refrigerated samples or minor leakage can render documentation unreadable. The separate document pocket creates a complete barrier between biological material and paperwork, ensuring request forms arrive at the laboratory in the same condition they left the collection point.

Colour coding transforms specimen sorting from a slow, label-reading process into rapid visual identification. When courier services deliver hundreds of specimens from multiple collection sites, staff can immediately sort bags by colour into destination trays. Blue bags go to microbiology, yellow to general pathology, green to serology. The same system works for multi-site operations where blue represents Site A, yellow represents Site B, and green represents Site C. The colour difference is purely visual, as all bags feature identical construction, biohazard symbols and dual pouch design.

Tearline bags add another efficiency layer for high-volume laboratories. The perforated strip allows rapid specimen access without tools, scissors or struggling with press seals while wearing gloves. The document pocket remains sealed when the specimen compartment opens, maintaining paperwork protection throughout processing. During transport, tearline bags provide identical security to standard press seal bags, as the perforated strip only separates when deliberately torn. For labs processing 100 or more specimens daily, the seconds saved per bag add up to significant time savings across the shift.

Note: Colour coding systems are customisable to your facility's needs. All coloured bags feature identical quality, construction and biohazard markings.

The dual pouch keeps specimens and documentation completely separate. The specimen compartment contains biological samples while the document pocket protects request forms from moisture, condensation and contamination. This prevents the common problem of wet or illegible paperwork arriving at the laboratory, which can delay processing and require follow-up with collection sites.

Tearline bags are designed for high-volume laboratories processing 100 or more specimens daily. The perforated strip allows rapid opening without tools and is easier to use while wearing gloves. Standard press seal bags are more cost-effective for lower-volume facilities or situations where bags may need to be resealed during processing. Both provide identical security during transport.

Yes, for specimens from chemotherapy patients or any samples potentially contaminated with cytotoxic drugs. The purple colour and cytotoxic markings ensure proper safety handling throughout collection, transport and processing. Using standard specimen bags for cytotoxic samples creates safety risks and may breach workplace health and safety requirements.

Colour coding systems are flexible and can be customised to your workflow. Common approaches include coding by collection site (Blue = Site A, Yellow = Site B), by department (Blue = Microbiology, Yellow = Biochemistry), or by test type. Document your chosen system in procedures and train all staff. All coloured bags have identical quality, so the colour difference is purely for visual identification.

The 260 × 160mm size fits standard pathology collection tubes, small urine containers and most common specimen containers. Multiple blood tubes can fit in a single bag. For larger containers or tissue specimens, check dimensions against your specific containers. The press seal opening accommodates containers up to approximately 140mm wide.

Yes. These bags support NATA, ACHS and other healthcare quality framework requirements for specimen transport and handling. The biohazard symbols, dual pouch design and consistent quality help demonstrate compliance with infection control and specimen integrity standards. Maintain records of your supplier and batch information as part of your quality documentation.

Carton quantities are 1,000 or 2,000 bags depending on the product variant. Bags are packed in 100-unit packs within each carton for easy distribution to collection sites. High carton quantities reduce ordering frequency and ensure consistent supply for high-volume operations. Check individual product listings for specific carton quantities.