In this clause:examination means a set of operations having the object of determining the value or characteristics of a property.Note: In some disciplines (for example, microbiology) an examination is the combination of a number of tests, observations or measurements.specimen receptacle means a device, whether vacuum-type or not, specifically intended by its manufacturer for the primary containment and preservation of a specimen derived from the human body for the purpose of in vitro diagnostic examination.Note 1: A specimen receptacle is considered to be an IVD medical device.Note 2: A product for general laboratory use is not an IVD medical device unless the product is specifically intended by its manufacturer to be used for in vitro diagnostic examination.