Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cryotube
Noun
/ˈkraɪoʊˌtuːb/
Definition
A cryotube is a specialized container used for storing biological samples at very low temperatures, typically in liquid nitrogen.
Examples
- Researchers used a cryotube to store the collected stem cells until further testing.
- The laboratory utilized cryotubes to maintain the integrity of the genetic samples.
Meaning
The term ‘cryotube’ refers to a tube or vial that is designed to preserve and store cells, tissues, or DNA by preventing degradation through freezing.
Synonyms
- cryovial
- cryogenic tube
- low-temperature storage tube