Natera
Improving Oncology Specimen Preparation and Protection
Improving Oncology Specimen Preparation and Protection
Natera’s oncology specimen kit relied on dense instructions and lacked secure in-box storage, increasing the risk of preparation errors and specimen damage in transit. This proposal explored clearer guidance, protective packaging, and a more reliable experience for laboratory teams.
Natera’s oncology specimen kit relied on dense instructions and lacked secure in-box storage, increasing the risk of preparation errors and specimen damage in transit. This proposal explored clearer guidance, protective packaging, and a more reliable experience for laboratory teams.

My Role
Product Designer
Team
UX Designer (me), Senior Designer, Engineer, PM
Stack
Figma, Claude, Gemini, Miro, UX Thinking, Figma Make
Company
Natera
Industry
Biotechnology
Timeline
2 weeks
Introduction
Natera’s oncology specimen kit relied on dense instructions and lacked secure in-box retention for finite tumor tissue. As a Support UX Designer, I evaluated preparation errors, specimen movement, repeat-procedure costs, and production constraints before defining the design direction.
The proposal addressed pain points across histology, accessioning, pathology, and lab operations. Final deliverables included a redesigned instruction lid, a protective foam-insert concept, packaging specifications, annotated mockups, a product requirements document, and presentation materials for stakeholder review.



My Role
Product Designer
Team
UX Designer (me), Senior Designer, Engineer, PM
Stack
Figma, Claude, Gemini, Miro, UX Thinking, Figma Make
Company
Natera
Industry
Biotechnology
Timeline
2 weeks