A pathology distribution system 10 is provided for automated sample container 14, 15 distribution. The system 10 comprises a loading station 500 for loading samples in primary containers 14 of different types, a sample handling station 16 for receiving the containers 14 and identifying the container...http://www.google.de/patents/US6599476?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US6599476 - Sample distribution apparatus/system