vialist

Vialist is a term that refers to a individual who engages in the practice of collecting and displaying vials of various substances, including but not limited to, chemical compounds, blood, urine, and other bodily fluids. This hobby or practice can be a form of art collection or a scientific interest in the properties and characteristics of different substances.

The primary method of collecting and preserving these vials typically involves the use of glass containers which are sealed tightly to prevent leakage and contamination. Each vial is labeled with information such as the substance's name, date of collection, and any other relevant data.

Some collectors of vials are primarily motivated by aesthetic or artistic considerations, framing their collections as a unique art piece or adding them to a decorative display. Others may have a scientific interest in the properties of different substances, labeling and preserving vials in a more systematic and methodical manner.

This practice can also be linked to various fields of science, such as chemistry and biology, where test tubes and vials of substances are used for experiments and research.

There is not sufficient information to verify if individuals who engage in vialist hobby have any specific qualification or certification. However, safety and biohazard handling guidelines typically encourage a basic level of knowledge when handling biological and chemical substances.