Pipette tips are used with pipettes and pipettors to speed processing and reduce cross-contamination. They are available in a variety of materials and styles. Popular pipette styles used are: Universal pipette tips, Filter pipette tips and Low retention pipette tips. Dispensing the exact volume is one of the major concerns amongst lab workers handling patient samples and macromolecules such as DNA/RNA, Proteins, Enzymes and other reagents. There are several factors that play an important role in the accuracy of the tests being performed in molecular diagnostics, drug discovery, biological research laboratories and academic institutions handling precious samples and costly reagents. The cover story of this month titled: “Pipette Tip Box Design- A crucial factor in preventing pipetting errors” contributed by authored by Mr. Bijoy Varma- Marketing & Strategy at Abdos Life Sciences. The story suggests an ideal tip box design must allow easy & unhindered pipette access (especially multichannel pipettes) to all the 96 tips placed inside the box rack, a universal design to accommodate all different brands of pipettes and tips. The shape & dimension of the box along with the accuracy of Lid opening and closure play an important role in handling these steps with precision. Read more