COLLECTION DEVICE AND METHOD FOR STIMULATING AND STABILIZING A BIOLOGICAL SAMPLE

摘要

A collection device and methods for stimulating and stabilizing a biological sample are provided. Aspects of the device include an evacuated sample collection container having stimulating and stabilizing additives contained in separate internal chambers of the container. The internal chambers are arranged to facilitate stimulation upon collection of a sample, followed by stabilization of the sample after a desired period of time in the same sealed container. Also provided are methods for use of the subject device. The device and methods find use in a variety of different applications, including the collection and analysis of clinically relevant samples, such as whole blood and other body fluids, obtained directly from a patient.