Samples need to be collected and packed into appropriate sample containers provided by the laboratory in order to maintain integrity of the sample(s). Attention needs to be given to temperature, special transport containers and time limitations.
Samples need to be collected and packed into appropriate sample containers provided by the laboratory in order to maintain integrity of the sample(s). Attention needs to be given to temperature, special transport containers and time limitations.
There are specific packaging instructions and labelling requirements requiring triple packaging:
Tube or vial containing the sample.
With absorbent material, intended to protect the primary container.
Protects the secondary container.
There are specific packaging instructions for frozen samples requiring shipment using BioFreeze bottles, or Dry Ice. For information please contact the Referrals Dept: