Slide-Sette Saver™ Microscope Slide & Paraffin Block Co-Storage Containers — Natural PP, 100/Bag (240-3800-U30)
The Caplugs® Evergreen Slide-Sette Saver™ is a single-unit polypropylene container designed to store one microscope slide and its corresponding paraffin block together, preserving the slide-to-block association that anatomic pathology and histology laboratories depend on for specimen retrieval, case review, re-sectioning, and long-term archival. Supplied non-sterile in natural-color polypropylene at 100 containers per bag, part number 240-3800-U30 is a practical solution for surgical pathology, histology, and cytology workflows that require defensible specimen chain-of-custody.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number (MPN) | 240-3800-U30 |
| Product Type | Slide-Sette Saver™ Storage Container |
| Contents per Container | 1 Microscope Slide + 1 Paraffin Block |
| Material | Polypropylene (PP) |
| Color | Natural |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile |
| BPA-Free | Yes |
| Pack Size | 100/Bag |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Applications
- Anatomic pathology specimen archiving — maintains one-to-one slide-to-block association for the life of the case file
- Surgical pathology retrieval — single-unit containment reduces mismatch risk when pulling cases for re-sectioning or secondary review
- Histology and cytology case review — co-stored slide and block travel together, protecting specimen integrity during inter-departmental handling
- Multi-color departmental organization — natural color serves as a neutral baseline in facilities using color-coded storage systems across departments or case types
Chemical Resistance
| Reagent / Condition | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Aqueous buffers / saline | Excellent |
| Dilute acids and bases | Excellent |
| Alcohols (ethanol, isopropanol) | Good — suitable for histology storage environments |
| Standard clearing agents (xylene) | Limited — avoid prolonged direct contact |
| Acetone / chlorinated solvents | Not recommended |
Quality & Procurement
Made in USA, these Slide-Sette Saver™ containers are produced by Caplugs® Evergreen from BPA-free polypropylene resin under ISO 9001 quality management. LabSupplies.com is an authorized dealer shipping from USA inventory.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does co-storing a slide and paraffin block together reduce errors?
Each container holds exactly one slide and its corresponding block as a matched pair. Because they are never separated during storage or retrieval, the risk of assigning a block to the wrong slide — a critical error in pathology re-sectioning and case review — is eliminated at the container level rather than relying solely on labeling protocols.
Are these containers compatible with CAP accreditation requirements for specimen archiving?
Yes. The polypropylene construction provides stable long-term storage, and the containers are to support the documentation. Laboratories should verify their specific accreditation requirements with their compliance officer.
Why is the color natural rather than a bright identification color?
Natural (clear/translucent) polypropylene serves as a neutral baseline that does not obscure slide labels and works as a starting point in multi-color departmental storage systems where each color designates a specific case type, department, or priority level.
Can these containers be autoclaved or cleaned with disinfectants between uses?
These are single-use storage containers supplied non-sterile; they are not intended for reprocessing or autoclaving. Polypropylene is generally autoclavable as a material, but reuse of pathology specimen containers is not a validated workflow and may compromise accreditation-compliant chain-of-custody documentation.
