GB/T 43286-2023

This standard specifies the technical requirements, test methods, inspection rules, and packaging for disposable sampling tubes designed to inactivate pathogens, primarily for collecting and preserving respiratory specimens like throat swabs. It is applied in clinical testing, epidemic prevention, and public health screening contexts, such as COVID-19 nucleic acid testing, where the inactivating agent ensures biosafety during sample transport and processing. The standard ensures consistent quality and reliability of tubes used by medical institutions, testing laboratories, and emergency response teams.