Symbols used on the packaging and labelling of GBUK products. All GBUK products are marked with internationally recognised and approved symbols. These indicate key information about manufacturing and product expiry dates, standards compliance and optimum storage conditions.
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Manufacturer |
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Authorized representative in the European Community |
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Date of manufacture |
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Use-by date |
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Batch code |
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Catalogue number |
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Serial number |
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Sterile |
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Sterilized using aseptic processing techniques |
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Sterilized using ethylene oxide |
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Sterilized using irradiation |
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Sterilized using steam or dry heat |
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Do not resterilize |
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Non-sterile |
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Do not use if package is damaged |
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Sterile fluid path |
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Fragile, handle with care |
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Keep away from sunlight |
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Protect from heat and radioactive sources | ![]() |
Keep dry |
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Lower limit of temperature |
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Upper limit of temperature |
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Temperature limit |
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Humidity limitation |
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Atmospheric pressure limitation |
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Biological risks |
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Do not re-use |
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Consult instructions for use |
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Caution |
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Contains or presence of natural rubber latex |
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In vitro diagnostic medical device |
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Control |
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Negative control |
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Positive control |
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Contains sufficient for ‘n’ tests |
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For IVD performance evaluation only |
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Sampling site |
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Fluid path |
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Non-pyrogenic |
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Drops per millilitre |
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Liquid filter with pore size |
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One-way valve |
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Patient number |