Vial

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Vial

A vial (pronounced: /ˈvaɪəl/) is a small container, typically cylindrical and made of glass, used for storing a medicinal preparation or a sample of solid or liquid material.

Etymology

The term "vial" is derived from the Latin word vīola, which means "small bottle".

Description

A vial can be created from various types of materials, including glass and plastic. The choice of material depends on the substance to be stored. For instance, certain medications may react with plastic, hence, glass is preferred. Vials can be sealed with a rubber stopper and aluminium cap to ensure the contents remain sterile and uncontaminated.

Types of Vials

There are several types of vials used in the medical field, including:

  • Sample vial: A small container used for storing scientific or medical samples.
  • Injection vial: A small bottle that contains a drug (liquid or powder) that is to be injected into the body.
  • Lyophilization vial: A special type of vial used to store medications that have been freeze-dried.

Related Terms

  • Ampoule: A small sealed vial which is used to contain and preserve a sample, usually a solid or liquid.
  • Phial: An alternative term for a small vial or bottle, especially one containing medicine.
  • Reagent bottle: A container used in chemistry labs to store reagents or samples.

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