A pipette is a common laboratory tool used to transfer liquids accurately. They typically consist of a tube body, a movable piston, and a tip to aspirate and release liquid. It is widely used in biochemistry, molecular biology, cell culture, and other laboratory applications. They can be used for sample dispensing, reagent addition, reaction mixing, drug screening, and more. When using a pipette, the operator needs to take care to follow proper handling techniques to ensure accurate and precise transfer of liquids and to avoid cross-contamination.
