Product Description
Accurate microbiome results depend on locking in the sample the moment it is collected. These Zymo Research tubes preserve nucleic acids from stool, capturing a microbial snapshot while inactivating viruses so samples are safe to transport and remain stable at ambient temperature from home to lab.
This listing is for catalog number R1137: DNA/RNA Shield Fecal Collection Tubes (with Beads), 10 pack. Each tube is prefilled with DNA/RNA Shield. Simply add a spoonful of stool and shake vigorously to mix the specimen with the preservative. Samples can be held at room temperature or frozen for longer-term storage. The R1137 version includes five glass beads to help homogenize the sample during shaking. Both versions are sold in packs of 10. Order it from LIGHT LABS and keep your workflow moving.
Key Features
- Prefilled with DNA/RNA Shield – Preservative stabilizes nucleic acids on contact.
- Microbial snapshot – Locks in community composition at collection.
- Virus inactivation – Makes samples safer to handle and ship.
- Ambient stability – Store at room temperature or freeze for long-term storage.
- Bead option – R1137 includes five glass beads for easier homogenization.
Specifications
| Catalog Number | R1137 |
| Brand | Zymo Research |
| Description | DNA/RNA Shield Fecal Collection Tubes (with Beads), 10 pack |
| Sample type | Stool |
| Preservative | DNA/RNA Shield (prefilled) |
| Storage | Ambient temperature; can be frozen for longer-term storage |
| Beads | 5 glass beads (R1137 only) |
| Pack size | 10 tubes |
| Shipping Conditions | Ships at room temperature |
| Storage | Room Temperature |
Available Sizes & Components
Applications
- Gut microbiome studies
- At-home stool sample collection
- Fecal pathogen research
- Metagenomic and 16S sequencing
- Clinical trial sample logistics
