US20160229622A1 - Flexible life sciences matter transfer pouch - Google Patents
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- the present application relates generally to packaging. More particularly, the present application relates to packaging for transporting life sciences materials such as blood or other biological matter or medicines within a predetermined temperature range.
- the present application is generally directed to a flexible life sciences materials transport pouch having a phase change material contained therein.
- the pouch includes an interior compartment adapted to hold the contents at a predetermined temperature range.
- the pouch includes at least two side walls joined together at a seam and further including a lower gusset allowing the pouch to stand upright.
- the pouch further contains at least one secondary interior compartment adapted to hold a quantity of phase change material.
- the phase change material is contained within its own container.
- a flexible transport pouch includes a first side portion having an outer wall and an inner wall joined together along their perimeters so as to define a first enclosed area, a second side portion having an outer wall and an inner wall joined together along their perimeters so as to define a second enclosed area, a first insulating element disposed in the first enclosed area adjacent the outer wall, a first phase change element disposed in the first enclosed area adjacent the inner wall, the first phase change element being a sealed flexible container having a phase change material disposed therein, a second insulating element disposed in the second enclosed area adjacent the outer wall, a second phase change element disposed in the second enclosed area adjacent the inner wall and the first phase change element being a sealed flexible container having a phase change material disposed therein.
- the inner and outer walls are a thin flexible sheet where the first and second side portions being joined together along a part of their perimeters so as to define a receiving area, the first and second side portions not being joined together along part of their perimeters so as to define a receiving opening communicating with the receiving area.
- the sealing element may be integral with either the first portion or the second portion.
- the sealing element is a flexible flap adapted to connect with the other of the first portion or the second portion.
- the flap or the other of the first portion or the second portion includes an adhesive to seal the pouch.
- the first phase change element includes two separated compartments each of which containing a phase change material.
- a life sciences materials transport pouch in another embodiment, includes a first portion and a second portion, a first wall and a second wall, the first portion, the second portion, the first wall and the second wall sealed together so that the edges of each of the first wall, the second wall, the first portion and the second portion seal together on at least three edges, a main compartment formed between the first wall and the second wall, the main compartment adapted to hold biological matter, a first compartment formed between the first portion and the first wall, the first compartment adapted to hold a first phase change element and a second compartment formed between the second portion and the second wall, the second compartment adapted to hold a second phase change element.
- Both the first compartment and the second compartment may each contain a phase change element.
- at least one of the first portion or the second portion includes a bubble wrap material.
- a sealing element may be provided and is integral with either the first portion or the second portion.
- the sealing element may be a flexible flap adapted to connect with the other of the first portion or the second portion.
- the flap or the other of the first portion or the second portion includes an adhesive to seal the pouch.
- the first phase change element may include two separated compartments each of which containing a phase change material. Furthermore, both the first compartment and the second compartment may include an insulating layer.
- a pouch is providing having a receiving area (or main compartment) and an enclosed area, the receiving area positioned directly adjacent to the enclosed area, a panel separating the receiving area from the enclosed area wherein the receiving area configured to hold a life sciences material and the enclosed area having a phase change material contained therein so as to regulate the temperature of the life sciences material contained within the receiving area.
- a second enclosed area may be positioned also adjacent to the receiving area, the second enclosed area spaced apart from the first enclosed area.
- the phase change material may contained in an auxiliary container within the enclosed area.
- An insulating element may contained within the enclosed area.
- life sciences materials in this context shall be understood to include blood, skin or tissue or organs or other biological matter, medicines, pharmaceuticals, or anything included in the natural science known as biology. Life sciences materials is also broadened to include food, candy, chocolate, makeup and any other material requiring a controlled environment.
- the phase change material of the present invention can be used to refrigerate the contents of the pouch or to simply prevent the contents from melting (i.e. chocolate, candy, makeup . . . etc.).
- the phase change material can have a variety of temperature ranges.
- the phase change material has a transition temperature in the range of 2 to 8 degrees C. (specifically 5 degrees +/ ⁇ 0.5).
- the phase change material can go below freezing where the phase change material has a phase change transition in the range of ⁇ 5 to 25 degrees C. (+/ ⁇ 0.5).
- the phase change material has a transition temperature for a controlled room temperature replication in the range of 2 to 25 degrees C. (+/ ⁇ 0.5).
- PCM of the present application s specifically advantageous because PCM of the present application is disposable.
- Disposable is defined as an article that is designed to be thrown away after use.
- disposable is defined as an article that is safe to be thrown away after use by not containing any chemicals or toxins considered to be harmful to users or the environment.
- the flap or the other of the first portion or the second portion includes an adhesive, Velcro®, zipper, Ziploc® and/or hook/loop to seal the pouch.
- At least one of the first portion or the second portion includes a bubble wrap material, an insulating material, a foam and/or a Thinsulate® material.
- the present PCM is bio-based so that no hazmat is required and can be disposed on in a landfill. Additionally, the PCM of the present application is less expensive to manufacture. Further, the PCM and the pouch itself may be sterilized and sanitary for transportation of sensitive materials, such as life sciences materials. Previously known PCM storage containers are prohibitively expensive and must be sterilized before each use.
- the pouch of the present application is less expensive to manufacture (as compared to prior know PCM containers), can be disposed of in a landfill since it is bio-based, is pre-sterilized and can be customized (PCM temperature) based on the material to transport (i.e. life sciences materials, food, candy, chocolate, makeup . . .etc.).
- FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of the life sciences materials transport bag according to one or more embodiments shown and described herein;
- FIG. 2 illustrates a cross-sectional view of the bag according to one or more embodiments shown and described herein;
- FIG. 3 illustrates a front view of the blood storage bag according to one or more embodiments shown and described herein.
- a transport pouch 10 includes an upper end and a lower end and having a first and second side portion or wall 15 , 16 .
- the side portions 15 , 16 include an outer wall having an outer surface 17 .
- the side portions 15 , 16 may include a bubble wrap material 22 or other texture or insulating material.
- the life sciences materials transport pouch 10 further includes a first inner wall and a second inner wall 71 , 73 .
- the side portions 15 , 16 and the inner walls 71 , 73 are joined together along their perimeters at the seams 18 , 20 so as to define a receiving area 24 .
- the second side portion 15 further includes an outer wall and an inner wall joined together along their perimeters so as to define a second enclosed area.
- a first insulating element 74 a is disposed within the first enclosed area 70 a adjacent the outer wall 15 .
- the first insulating element 74 a (and the second insulating element 74 b ) may be a foam, plastic, plastic like, polymer, or other suitable material operable for insulating the contents of the bag 10 .
- a phase change element 50 a is also provided within the first enclosed area 70 a positioned between the inner wall 71 and the insulating element 74 a.
- the phase change element 50 a is a sealed flexible container having an outer wall 56 and a storage compartment 52 .
- a panel 72 is positioned between the receiving area 24 and the enclosed area 70 a.
- a similar panel may also be positioned between the receiving area 24 and the enclosed area 70 b.
- the panel 72 should have a thermal conductivity allowing for heat transfer between a material contained within the receiving area 24 and the enclosed area 70 a.
- the panel 72 is a metal or has metallic properties so as to encourage heat transfer between the receiving area 24 and the enclosed area 70 a.
- the panel 72 may be perforated or otherwise breathable so as to encourage heat transfer between the enclosed area 70 a and the receiving area 24 .
- Phase change material is contained within the storage compartment 52 of the phase change element.
- a second insulating element 74 b is disposed in the second enclosed area 70 b adjacent the inner wall (or panel 72 ).
- the second phase change element 50 b being a sealed flexible container having a phase change material disposed therein.
- Both the inner and outer walls are a thin flexible sheet.
- the flexible sheet is made of a plastic, a polymer, rubber, polymer like, or other suitable material for transportation and insulation.
- the first and second side portions 15 , 16 are joined together along part of their perimeters so as to define a receiving area 24 .
- the first and second side portions 15 , 16 are not joined together along a portion of their perimeters, as shown at reference numeral 32 , so as to define a receiving opening communicating with the receiving area 24 . This opening allows the user to place biological materials and/or blood into the storage bag for transportation.
- a sealing element 28 is positioned on a flap 26 on the upper portion 12 of the life sciences materials transport pouch 10 .
- the sealing element 28 may be a Velcro, adhesive, or other suitable material for closing the flap 26 onto the surface 17 of the life sciences materials transport pouch 10 .
- the sealing element is an adhesive having a sticky portion 28 and a removable strip 30 allowing the user to securely seal the life sciences materials transport pouch 10 .
- the flap 26 folds over and connects to the outer surface 17 of the first side portion.
- the sealing element is adapted to seal the receiving opening and receiving portion 24 so as to enclose a life sciences materials transport pouch in the receiving area 24 .
- the life sciences materials transport pouch 10 includes a gusset 34 at the lower end 14 of the life sciences materials transport pouch to allow the life sciences materials transport pouch to stand in an unassisted upright position. This gusset assists in packing the life sciences materials transport pouch prior to transportation.
- the gusset includes a generally curved area made of a flexible material between the first and side portions. This gusset further operates to support the life sciences materials transport pouch contained within the receiving area.
- the gusset may also contain insulative materials or phase change materials or both.
- the PCM of the present application is disposable. Disposable is defined as an article that is designed to be thrown away after use. Furthermore, disposable is defined as an article that is safe to be thrown away after use by not containing any chemicals or toxins considered to be harmful to users or the environment.
- the present PCM is bio-based so that no hazmat is required and can be disposed on in a landfill. Additionally, the PCM of the present application is less expensive to manufacture. Further, the PCM and the pouch itself may be sterilized and sanitary for transportation of sensitive materials, such as life sciences materials.
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A flexible life sciences materials transport pouch having a phase change material contained therein. The pouch includes an interior compartment adapted to hold the contents at a predetermined temperature range. The pouch includes at least two side walls joined together at a seam and further including a lower gusset allowing the pouch to stand upright. The pouch further contains at least one secondary interior compartment adapted to hold a quantity of phase change material. The phase change material may contained within its own container, such as a separate pouch.
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- This Application claims the benefit of U.S.
Provisional Application 62/112,829 filed on Feb. 8, 2015, the contents of which are incorporated herein in its entirety. - The present application relates generally to packaging. More particularly, the present application relates to packaging for transporting life sciences materials such as blood or other biological matter or medicines within a predetermined temperature range.
- It is well known in the art to use soft-sided pouches for transportation of goods. These pouches typically have one layer of a plastic type material to cushion the contents of the package. However, these standard packaging pouches are insufficient when transporting life sciences materials such as blood or other biological material required to be kept at a predetermined temperature range during transportation. Similarily, these materials are also insufficient for shipping food, candy, chocolate, makeup or any other material which requires a controlled environment. Accordingly, there exists a need in the art to provide a transportation package adapted to maintain a predetermined temperature range of the contents contained within the pouch during transportation.
- The present application is generally directed to a flexible life sciences materials transport pouch having a phase change material contained therein. The pouch includes an interior compartment adapted to hold the contents at a predetermined temperature range. The pouch includes at least two side walls joined together at a seam and further including a lower gusset allowing the pouch to stand upright. The pouch further contains at least one secondary interior compartment adapted to hold a quantity of phase change material. The phase change material is contained within its own container.
- In one embodiment, a flexible transport pouch includes a first side portion having an outer wall and an inner wall joined together along their perimeters so as to define a first enclosed area, a second side portion having an outer wall and an inner wall joined together along their perimeters so as to define a second enclosed area, a first insulating element disposed in the first enclosed area adjacent the outer wall, a first phase change element disposed in the first enclosed area adjacent the inner wall, the first phase change element being a sealed flexible container having a phase change material disposed therein, a second insulating element disposed in the second enclosed area adjacent the outer wall, a second phase change element disposed in the second enclosed area adjacent the inner wall and the first phase change element being a sealed flexible container having a phase change material disposed therein. In this embodiments the inner and outer walls are a thin flexible sheet where the first and second side portions being joined together along a part of their perimeters so as to define a receiving area, the first and second side portions not being joined together along part of their perimeters so as to define a receiving opening communicating with the receiving area. A sealing element for sealing the receiving opening so as to enclose a life sciences materials transport pouch in the receiving area, the outer walls being clear such that the insulating element is visible and a bottom portion joining a bottom of the first and second side portions so as to provide a self-standing feature.
- The sealing element may be integral with either the first portion or the second portion. In this embodiment, the sealing element is a flexible flap adapted to connect with the other of the first portion or the second portion. In this embodiment, the flap or the other of the first portion or the second portion includes an adhesive to seal the pouch. In some embodiments, the first phase change element includes two separated compartments each of which containing a phase change material.
- In another embodiment, a life sciences materials transport pouch is provided and includes a first portion and a second portion, a first wall and a second wall, the first portion, the second portion, the first wall and the second wall sealed together so that the edges of each of the first wall, the second wall, the first portion and the second portion seal together on at least three edges, a main compartment formed between the first wall and the second wall, the main compartment adapted to hold biological matter, a first compartment formed between the first portion and the first wall, the first compartment adapted to hold a first phase change element and a second compartment formed between the second portion and the second wall, the second compartment adapted to hold a second phase change element. Both the first compartment and the second compartment may each contain a phase change element. Optionally, at least one of the first portion or the second portion includes a bubble wrap material. A sealing element may be provided and is integral with either the first portion or the second portion.
- The sealing element may be a flexible flap adapted to connect with the other of the first portion or the second portion. The flap or the other of the first portion or the second portion includes an adhesive to seal the pouch. The first phase change element may include two separated compartments each of which containing a phase change material. Furthermore, both the first compartment and the second compartment may include an insulating layer.
- In yet another embodiment, a pouch is providing having a receiving area (or main compartment) and an enclosed area, the receiving area positioned directly adjacent to the enclosed area, a panel separating the receiving area from the enclosed area wherein the receiving area configured to hold a life sciences material and the enclosed area having a phase change material contained therein so as to regulate the temperature of the life sciences material contained within the receiving area. A second enclosed area may be positioned also adjacent to the receiving area, the second enclosed area spaced apart from the first enclosed area. Further, the phase change material may contained in an auxiliary container within the enclosed area. An insulating element may contained within the enclosed area.
- The term “life sciences materials” in this context shall be understood to include blood, skin or tissue or organs or other biological matter, medicines, pharmaceuticals, or anything included in the natural science known as biology. Life sciences materials is also broadened to include food, candy, chocolate, makeup and any other material requiring a controlled environment.
- The phase change material of the present invention can be used to refrigerate the contents of the pouch or to simply prevent the contents from melting (i.e. chocolate, candy, makeup . . . etc.). To achieve this, the phase change material can have a variety of temperature ranges. In one embodiment the phase change material has a transition temperature in the range of 2 to 8 degrees C. (specifically 5 degrees +/−0.5). In other embodiments the phase change material can go below freezing where the phase change material has a phase change transition in the range of −5 to 25 degrees C. (+/−0.5). In other embodiments where the goal is to prevent melting, the phase change material has a transition temperature for a controlled room temperature replication in the range of 2 to 25 degrees C. (+/−0.5).
- The PCM of the present application s specifically advantageous because PCM of the present application is disposable. Disposable is defined as an article that is designed to be thrown away after use. Furthermore, disposable is defined as an article that is safe to be thrown away after use by not containing any chemicals or toxins considered to be harmful to users or the environment.
- In some embodiments, the flap or the other of the first portion or the second portion includes an adhesive, Velcro®, zipper, Ziploc® and/or hook/loop to seal the pouch.
- In other embodiments, at least one of the first portion or the second portion includes a bubble wrap material, an insulating material, a foam and/or a Thinsulate® material.
- The present PCM is bio-based so that no hazmat is required and can be disposed on in a landfill. Additionally, the PCM of the present application is less expensive to manufacture. Further, the PCM and the pouch itself may be sterilized and sanitary for transportation of sensitive materials, such as life sciences materials. Previously known PCM storage containers are prohibitively expensive and must be sterilized before each use. The pouch of the present application is less expensive to manufacture (as compared to prior know PCM containers), can be disposed of in a landfill since it is bio-based, is pre-sterilized and can be customized (PCM temperature) based on the material to transport (i.e. life sciences materials, food, candy, chocolate, makeup . . .etc.).
- These and additional features provided by the embodiments described herein will be more fully understood in view of the following detailed description, in conjunction with the drawings.
- The embodiments set forth in the drawings are illustrative and exemplary in nature and not intended to limit the subject matter defined by the claims. The following detailed description of the illustrative embodiments can be understood when read in conjunction with the following drawings, where like structure is indicated with like reference numerals and in which:
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FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of the life sciences materials transport bag according to one or more embodiments shown and described herein; -
FIG. 2 illustrates a cross-sectional view of the bag according to one or more embodiments shown and described herein; and -
FIG. 3 illustrates a front view of the blood storage bag according to one or more embodiments shown and described herein. - The present application relates to a life sciences materials transfer pouch having flexible side walls and a gusset adapted to provide a self-standing feature. A
transport pouch 10 includes an upper end and a lower end and having a first and second side portion orwall side portions outer surface 17. Theside portions bubble wrap material 22 or other texture or insulating material. The life sciencesmaterials transport pouch 10 further includes a first inner wall and a secondinner wall side portions inner walls seams area 24. - The
second side portion 15 further includes an outer wall and an inner wall joined together along their perimeters so as to define a second enclosed area. - A first insulating
element 74 a is disposed within the firstenclosed area 70 a adjacent theouter wall 15. The first insulatingelement 74 a (and the second insulatingelement 74 b) may be a foam, plastic, plastic like, polymer, or other suitable material operable for insulating the contents of thebag 10. Further, aphase change element 50 a is also provided within the firstenclosed area 70 a positioned between theinner wall 71 and the insulatingelement 74 a. Thephase change element 50 a is a sealed flexible container having anouter wall 56 and astorage compartment 52. - In one embodiment, a
panel 72 is positioned between the receivingarea 24 and theenclosed area 70 a. A similar panel may also be positioned between the receivingarea 24 and theenclosed area 70 b. Thepanel 72 should have a thermal conductivity allowing for heat transfer between a material contained within the receivingarea 24 and theenclosed area 70 a. - In one embodiment, the
panel 72 is a metal or has metallic properties so as to encourage heat transfer between the receivingarea 24 and theenclosed area 70 a. In other embodiments, thepanel 72 may be perforated or otherwise breathable so as to encourage heat transfer between theenclosed area 70 a and the receivingarea 24. - Phase change material is contained within the
storage compartment 52 of the phase change element. A second insulatingelement 74 b is disposed in the secondenclosed area 70 b adjacent the inner wall (or panel 72). The secondphase change element 50 b being a sealed flexible container having a phase change material disposed therein. Both the inner and outer walls are a thin flexible sheet. The flexible sheet is made of a plastic, a polymer, rubber, polymer like, or other suitable material for transportation and insulation. - The first and
second side portions area 24. The first andsecond side portions reference numeral 32, so as to define a receiving opening communicating with the receivingarea 24. This opening allows the user to place biological materials and/or blood into the storage bag for transportation. - A sealing
element 28 is positioned on aflap 26 on theupper portion 12 of the life sciencesmaterials transport pouch 10. The sealingelement 28 may be a Velcro, adhesive, or other suitable material for closing theflap 26 onto thesurface 17 of the life sciencesmaterials transport pouch 10. In the present embodiment, the sealing element is an adhesive having asticky portion 28 and aremovable strip 30 allowing the user to securely seal the life sciencesmaterials transport pouch 10. Theflap 26 folds over and connects to theouter surface 17 of the first side portion. The sealing element is adapted to seal the receiving opening and receivingportion 24 so as to enclose a life sciences materials transport pouch in the receivingarea 24. - The life sciences
materials transport pouch 10 includes agusset 34 at thelower end 14 of the life sciences materials transport pouch to allow the life sciences materials transport pouch to stand in an unassisted upright position. This gusset assists in packing the life sciences materials transport pouch prior to transportation. - As illustrated in
FIG. 2 , the gusset includes a generally curved area made of a flexible material between the first and side portions. This gusset further operates to support the life sciences materials transport pouch contained within the receiving area. The gusset may also contain insulative materials or phase change materials or both. - The PCM of the present application is disposable. Disposable is defined as an article that is designed to be thrown away after use. Furthermore, disposable is defined as an article that is safe to be thrown away after use by not containing any chemicals or toxins considered to be harmful to users or the environment. The present PCM is bio-based so that no hazmat is required and can be disposed on in a landfill. Additionally, the PCM of the present application is less expensive to manufacture. Further, the PCM and the pouch itself may be sterilized and sanitary for transportation of sensitive materials, such as life sciences materials.
- It is noted that the terms “substantially” and “about” may be utilized herein to represent the inherent degree of uncertainty that may be attributed to any quantitative comparison, value, measurement, or other representation.
- These terms are also utilized herein to represent the degree by which a quantitative representation may vary from a stated reference without resulting in a change in the basic function of the subject matter at issue.
- While particular embodiments have been illustrated and described herein, it should be understood that various other changes and modifications may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the claimed subject matter. Moreover, although various aspects of the claimed subject matter have been described herein, such aspects need not be utilized in combination. It is therefore intended that the appended claims cover all such changes and modifications that are within the scope of the claimed subject matter.
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1. A pouch, comprising:
a first side portion having an outer wall and an inner wall joined together along their perimeters so as to define a first enclosed area;
a second side portion having an outer wall and an inner wall joined together along their perimeters so as to define a second enclosed area;
a first insulating element disposed in the first enclosed area adjacent the outer wall;
a first phase change element disposed in the first enclosed area adjacent the inner wall, the first phase change element being a sealed flexible container having a phase change material disposed therein;
a second insulating element disposed in the second enclosed area adjacent the outer wall;
a second phase change element disposed in the second enclosed area adjacent the inner wall, the first phase change element being a sealed flexible container having a phase change material disposed therein;
the inner and outer walls being a thin flexible sheet;
the first and second side portions being joined together along a part of their perimeters so as to define a receiving area, the first and second side portions not being joined together along part of their perimeters so as to define a receiving opening communicating with the receiving area;
a sealing element for sealing the receiving opening so as to enclose a life sciences materials transport pouch in the receiving area; and
the outer walls being clear such that the insulating element is visible.
2. The pouch of claim 1 wherein the phase change material in the phase change elements is disposable with a phase change transition temperature in the range of 2-8 degrees C. (+/−0.5).
3. The pouch of claim 1 wherein at least one of the first portion or the second portion includes a bubble wrap, an insulating material, a foam and/or a Thinsulate® material.
4. The pouch of claim 1 wherein the sealing element is integral with either the first portion or the second portion.
5. The pouch of claim 4 wherein the sealing element is a flexible flap adapted to connect with the other of the first portion or the second portion.
6. The pouch of claim 5 wherein the flap or the other of the first portion or the second portion includes an adhesive to seal the pouch.
7. The pouch of claim 1 wherein the first phase change element includes two separated compartments each of which containing a phase change material.
8. A pouch comprising:
a first portion and a second portion;
a first wall and a second wall, the first portion, the second portion, the first wall and the second wall sealed together so that the edges of each of the first wall, the second wall, the first portion and the second portion seal together on at least three edges;
a main compartment formed between the first wall and the second wall, the main compartment adapted to hold biological matter;
a first compartment formed between the first portion and the first wall, the first compartment adapted to hold a first phase change element; and
a second compartment formed between the second portion and the second wall, the second compartment adapted to hold a second phase change element.
9. The pouch of claim 8 wherein both the first compartment and the second compartment each contain a phase change element.
10. The pouch claim 8 wherein at least one of the first portion or the second portion includes a bubble wrap material, an insulating material, a foam and/or a Thinsulate® material.
11. The pouch of claim 8 wherein a sealing element is provided and is integral with either the first portion or the second portion.
12. The pouch of claim 11 wherein the sealing element is a flexible flap adapted to connect with the other of the first portion or the second portion.
13. The pouch of claim 12 wherein the flap or the other of the first portion or the second portion includes an adhesive, Velcro®, zipper, Ziploc® and/or hook/loop to seal the pouch.
14. The pouch of claim 8 wherein the first phase change element includes two separated compartments each of which containing a phase change material.
15. The pouch of claim 8 wherein both the first compartment and the second compartment include an insulating layer.
16. A pouch comprising:
a receiving area and an enclosed area, the receiving area positioned directly adjacent to the enclosed area, a panel separating the receiving area from the enclosed area;
the receiving area configured to hold a life sciences material; and
the enclosed area having a phase change material contained therein so as to regulate the temperature of the life sciences material contained within the receiving area.
17. The pouch of claim 16 wherein the phase change material has a transition temperature in the range of 2 to 8 degrees C. (specifically 5 degrees +/−0.5).
18. The pouch of claim 16 wherein a second enclosed area is positioned also adjacent to the receiving area, the second enclosed area spaced apart from the first enclosed area.
19. The pouch of claim 16 wherein the phase change material has a phase change transition in the range of −5 to 25 degrees C. (+/−0.5).
20. The pouch of claim 16 wherein the phase change material has a transition temperature for a controlled room temperature replication in the range of 2 to 25 degrees C. (+/−0.5).
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