PRE-ANALYTICS
Sample collection and preservation, labeling, and shipping.
To enhance the quality of services offered and ensure the effectiveness of analytical results, it is essential to focus on the pre-analytical phase, which, as is well known, accounts for 60-70% of sample non-conformity issues. With the goal of minimizing these inconveniences, we have developed specific "Collection Instructions" for various categories of tests.
These guidelines have been meticulously developed to assist you in:
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Making a correct test request
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Selecting the appropriate biological matrix for the collection
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Using the most appropriate sampling device
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Ensuring the correct preservation and transportation of the sample
We recognize the importance of collaboration between you, as clinicians or requesting laboratories, and Eurofins Genoma, which is committed to providing impeccable service for the well-being of the patient.
We invite you to consult and download the following instructions, so you can always have them available for any need.
COLLECTION AND PRESERVATION OF THE SAMPLE
Dedicated kit: STRECK TUBEfor cell-free DNA
Operating procedures:
- Fill the tubes up to the black line (minimum quantity 8ml). Mix the tubes by inverting them 10 times, ensuring that the entire inner surface is covered with blood.
- Package the sample according to the instructions provided in the kit using the provided materials (sponge protection, gel packs previously refrigerated, BIOHAZARD bag).
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours after collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Dedicated kit: STRECK TUBEfor cell-free DNA
Mini Kit Complete (on request):
- STRECK-TUBE for the collection of maternal blood sample
- Buccal swap (Copan) or EDTA tube for the collection of paternal blood sample
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours after collection.
- PR 11 H7 form (Request DNA paterno Genesafe™ rev.01)
Operating procedures:
- Fill the tubes up to the black line (minimum quantity 8ml). Mix the tubes by inverting them 10 times, ensuring that the entire inner surface is covered with blood.
- Package the sample according to the instructions provided in the kit using the provided materials (sponge protection, gel packs previously refrigerated, BIOHAZARD bag).
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours after collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Note:
- It is necessary to send TWO maternal streck-tube
- One EDTA TUBE with paternal blood or one paternal BUCCAL SWAB properly labeled and the dedicated form. Alternatively, you can request and use our Mini Kit Complete.
Dedicated kit: tubefor urine
Kit Complete (on request):
- 50 ml Falcon tube for sample collection
- Clear plastic container
- Absorbent cloth
Operating procedures:
- Proceed with urine collection following the instructions in the kit.
- The minimum volume required is 10ml, the ideal amount would be 50ml.
- The collected sample should be stored at a temperature of 2-8°C for at least 2 hours and until shipment.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12 hours after collection.
- Wrap the sample using previously refrigerated gel packs and BIOHAZARD bag.
- The sample must arrive at the laboratorywithin a maximum of 3 days aftercollection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
Dedicated kit: PIPETTE AND TUBEfor endometrial biopsy
Operating procedures:
- Use only the collection materials provided in our kit
- Perform the endometrial biopsy using the pipette included in the kit, following the sampling instructions.
- Store the test tube in the refrigerator (4-8°C) for at least 4 hours. Then place the test tube in the absorbent holder and then in the clear plastic bag. Store it in the transport box.
- Ship to the laboratory within 6/12 hours after collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Kit: TUBE (K2 EDTA)for whole blood
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 4ml.
- Store the tube at room temperature or in the refrigerator at +4°C until shipment.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours after collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Kit: CYTOBRUSHsend two swabs
Operating procedures:
- Use sterile CYTOBRUSH, taking care to rub well inside the oral mucosa and store them in their case by closing it properly (paper clips, scotch tape).
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours after collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Mode of sample collection
In the hour before collection:
- don't eat
- don't drink (only water is allowed)
- don't smoke
- don't chew gum
- don't brush your teeth
Before proceeding, ensure that the buccal swabs are tightly sealed.
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Rinse your mouth with natural water at room temperature.
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Open the package from the opposite side of the swab bristles.
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Extract the swab.
WARNING! Do not touch the swab head to avoid contamination.
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Rub the swab against the inner walls of both cheeks for at least 60 seconds.
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Reinsert the swab into the original packaging. Fold the packet over itself a couple of times to seal it.
Write on the swab packaging:
- NAME
- SURNAME
- DATE OF BIRTH OF THE PATIENT
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Store and ship the sample at room temperature.
Kit: STERILE CONTAINERwith paraffin block
Operating procedures:
- Store the harvested tissues in 1ml of sterile physiological solution for molecular investigations.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours after collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Note:
- It is recommended to close tightly to prevent spillage
- Do not use formalin.
Kit: TUBEfor amniotic fluid
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 10ml.
- In case of hematic/brown amniotic fluid, also sendmaternal buccal swab to rule out maternal contamination.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12/24 hours after collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Note: report whether the pregnancy was achived through heterologous female assisted reproduction (egg donation or embryo donation).
Kit: TUBE width transport mediumfor chorionic villi
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 20mg/0.5ml.
- Always send together a maternal buccal swab to rule out maternal contamination.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12/24 hours after collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Note: report whether the pregnancy was achived through heterologous female assisted reproduction (egg donation or embryo donation).
Kit: CONTAINER with physiologicalfor products of conception
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 20mg/0.5ml.
- Always send together a maternal buccal swab to rule out maternal contamination.
- Collect in a sterile container with physiological solution (if possible, add a few drops of antibiotic).
- The product of conception must necessarily be sent as a villus or skin flap if the gestational age is greater than 12 weeks.
- Make sure the specimen is tightly closed and then seal it with prafilm.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12/24 hours after sampling.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
- For delivery after 24 hours, store at controlled temperature (+4°C - +8°C).
Note:
- Report whether the pregnancy was achived through heterologous female assisted reproduction (egg donation or embryo donation).
- Do not use formalin as the sample will ruin.
Kit: TWO STRECK TUBEfor cell-free DNA
Operating procedures:
- Fill the test tubes to the black mark (minimum quantity required 8ml/whole blood tube).
- Mix the tubes by inverting 10 times making sure that the entire inner surface is covered with blood.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours after sampling.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Kit: HISTOLOGICAL SLIDEStissue sample fixed in formalin and included in paraffin
When submitting multiple slides:
- Individually number/identify each slide/block sent
- Indicate each slide/block submitted, with its numbering, on the TRF.
- Indicate the slide/block to be analyzed.
Operating procedures:
- The optimal tissue sample should have an area of about 25mm2 and a thickness of over 80 microns.
- Avoid injured cells containing only cytoplasm and tissues with a high fibrotic component.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours after sampling.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Kit: TUBE (K2 EDTA)for whole blood
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 4ml.
- Store the tube at room temperature until shipment.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours after collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Kit: TUBE (K2 EDTA)for whole blood
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 4ml.
- Store the tube at room temperature until shipment.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours after collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Kit: DANASALIVA Sample Collection Kitfor saliva sample
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 2ml.
- In the half hour preceding the withdrawal avoid: drink coffee, eat, chew gum and smoke.
- Proceed with sample collection following the instructions in the kit.
- Store the tube at room temperature until shipment.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours after collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Kit: CONTAINER whide mouthfor seminal fluid
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 2ml.
- Maintain 3-5 days of sexual abstinence before collection.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours after collection.
- Ensure that the container is tightly screwed and seal it with parafilm.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
- For laboratories: recommended to transfer sample into a 15ml Falcon tube, seal with parafilm, avoiding use of the wide mouth container.
Note: in case both analyses are requested (Tunel test e Fish of seminal fluid) it is preferable to have two separate sample collections.
Kit: TUBEfor amniotic fluid
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 10ml.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12/24 hours after collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Note: in case of hematic/brown amniotic fluid, also sendmaternal buccal swab to rule out maternal contamination.
Kit: TUBEfor amniotic fluid
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 10ml.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12/24 hours after collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Note: in case of hematic/brown amniotic fluid, also sendmaternal buccal swab to rule out maternal contamination.
Kit: TUBEfor amniotic fluid
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 10ml.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12/24 hours after collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Note: in case of hematic/brown amniotic fluid, also sendmaternal buccal swab to rule out maternal contamination.
Kit: TUBE with transport mediumfor chorionic villi
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 20mg/0.5ml.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12/24 hours after collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Note: always send together a maternal buccal swab to rule out maternal contamination.
Kit: TUBE with transport mediumfor chorionic villi
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 20mg/0.5ml.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12/24 hours after collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Note: always send together a maternal buccal swab to rule out maternal contamination.
Kit: CONTAINER OR TUBE with physiologicalfor product of conception
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 20mg/0.5ml.
- Collect in a sterile container with physiological solution (if possible, add a few drops of antibiotic).
- The product of conception must necessarily be sent as a villus or skin flap if the gestational age is greater than 12 weeks.
- Make sure the specimen is tightly closed and then seal it with parafilm.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12/24 hours after collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
- For delivery after 24 hours, store at controlled temperature (+4°C - +8°C).
Note: always send together a maternal buccal swab to rule out maternal contamination.
Kit: TUBEfor whole blood
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 5ml.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12/24 hours after collection.
Kit: TUBE (K2 EDTA) for peripheral blood
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 5ml.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12/24 hours after collection.
Kit: RED CAP ((gel+clot activator) or YELLOWfor serum
Operating procedures:
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12/24 hours after collection.
Kit: CONTAINER with formalin
Operating procedures:
- Unscrew the blue cap.
- Insert the sample inside the container and screw the blue cap back on.
- Remove the aluminum foil.
- Screw the red capsule onto the blue cap to release the concentrated formalin in the container in total safety
- Place the container in a BIOHAZARD bag with a secure seal.
- Send to the laboratory at room temperature.
Kit: CYTOKIT 6 SLIM with preservative solution.
Operating procedures:
- Collect the urine from the second morning void over the next three days.
- Store the containers at room temperature and deliver the three samples together as a mandatory requirement.
Kit: CYTOKIT 6 SLIM with preservative solution.
Operating procedures:
- Collect urine from the second morning void.
- Store the container at room temperature and deliver it to the laboratory.
Kit: SLIDES AND BIOHAZARD BAG
Operating procedures:
- Each sample must be identified with the First Name and Last Name.
- Each sample must be sent with a specific request placed in the outer pocket of the transport bag.
- The slides must be placed in the designated slide holders.
- The slide holders should be placed inside BIOHAZARD bags for transport.
Kit: CONTAINER with 20ml of fixative solution
Operating procedures:
- Each sample must be identified with the First Name and Last Name.
- After collection, the spatula must be immediately inserted into the vial, pushing it forcefully to the bottom and rubbing it against the sidewalls.
- Swirl the spatula vigorously to further release material.
- Discard the collection device and do not leave the spatula inside the vial.
- Ensure that the container is tightly closed.
- Place the container in a BIOHAZARD bag with a secure seal.
- Send to the laboratory at room temperature.
Kit: TUBE (K2 EDTA)for whole blood
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 4ml per tube.
- Keep the tube at room temperature or in a refrigerator at +4°C until shipping.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Note: one tube is required for each requested analysis.
Kit: TUBE (K2 EDTA)for whole blood
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 4ml per tube.
- Keep the tube at room temperature or in a refrigerator at +4°C until shipping.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Note: one tube is required for each requested analysis.
Kit: TUBE (K2 EDTA)for whole blood
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 4ml per tube.
- Keep the tube at room temperature or in a refrigerator at +4°C until shipping.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Note: one tube is required for each requested analysis.
Kit: TUBE (K2 EDTA)for whole blood
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 4ml per tube.
- Keep the tube at room temperature or in a refrigerator at +4°C until shipping.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Note: one tube is required for each requested analysis.
Kit: RED CAP (gel+clot activator) for serum/plasma
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 4ml per tube.
- Possibly centrifuge for 10 minutes at 3000 rpm to separate plasma.
- Package the sample using gel packs that have been refrigerated beforehand and a BIOHAZARD bag.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
- For shipments after 12 hours, freeze the serum/plasma.
Note: one tube is required for each requested analysis
Kit: RED CAP (gel+clot activator) for serum/plasma
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 4ml per tube.
- Possibly centrifuge for 10 minutes at 3000 rpm to separate plasma.
- Package the sample using gel packs that have been refrigerated beforehand and a BIOHAZARD bag.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
- For shipments after 12 hours, freeze the serum/plasma.
Note: one tube is required for each requested analysis
Kit: RED CAP (gel+clot activator) for serum/plasma
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 4ml per tube.
- Possibly centrifuge for 10 minutes at 3000 rpm to separate plasma.
- Package the sample using gel packs that have been refrigerated beforehand and a BIOHAZARD bag.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
- For shipments after 12 hours, freeze the serum/plasma.
Note: one tube is required for each requested analysis
Kit: RED CAP (gel+clot activator) for serum/plasma
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 4ml per tube.
- Possibly centrifuge for 10 minutes at 3000 rpm to separate plasma.
- Package the sample using gel packs that have been refrigerated beforehand and a BIOHAZARD bag.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
- For shipments after 12 hours, freeze the serum/plasma.
Note: one tube is required for each requested analysis
Kit: RED CAP (gel+clot activator) for serum/plasma
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 4ml per tube.
- Possibly centrifuge for 10 minutes at 3000 rpm to separate plasma.
- Package the sample using gel packs that have been refrigerated beforehand and a BIOHAZARD bag.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
- For shipments after 12 hours, freeze the serum/plasma.
Note: one tube is required for each requested analysis
Kit: RED CAP (gel+clot activator) for serum/plasma
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 4ml per tube.
- Possibly centrifuge for 10 minutes at 3000 rpm to separate plasma.
- Package the sample using gel packs that have been refrigerated beforehand and a BIOHAZARD bag.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
- For shipments after 12 hours, freeze the serum/plasma.
Note: one tube is required for each requested analysis
Kit: RED CAP (gel+clot activator) for serum/plasma
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 4ml per tube.
- Possibly centrifuge for 10 minutes at 3000 rpm to separate plasma.
- Package the sample using gel packs that have been refrigerated beforehand and a BIOHAZARD bag.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
- For shipments after 12 hours, freeze the serum/plasma.
Note: one tube is required for each requested analysis
Kit: RED CAP (gel+clot activator) for serum/plasma
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 4ml per tube.
- Possibly centrifuge for 10 minutes at 3000 rpm to separate plasma.
- Package the sample using gel packs that have been refrigerated beforehand and a BIOHAZARD bag.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
- For shipments after 12 hours, freeze the serum/plasma.
Note: one tube is required for each requested analysis
Kit: RED CAP (gel+clot activator) for serum/plasma
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 4ml per tube.
- Possibly centrifuge for 10 minutes at 3000 rpm to separate plasma.
- Package the sample using gel packs that have been refrigerated beforehand and a BIOHAZARD bag.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
- For shipments after 12 hours, freeze the serum/plasma.
Note: one tube is required for each requested analysis
Kit: RED CAP (gel+clot activator) for serum/plasma
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 4ml per tube.
- Possibly centrifuge for 10 minutes at 3000 rpm to separate plasma.
- Package the sample using gel packs that have been refrigerated beforehand and a BIOHAZARD bag.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
- For shipments after 12 hours, freeze the serum/plasma.
Note: one tube is required for each requested analysis
Kit: CONTAINERfor urine
Operating procedures:
- Collect morning urine (minimum required quantity of 10ml), first void, in a sterile container and store at +4°C.
- Ensure that the sample is tightly sealed.
- Package the sample using gel packs that have been refrigerated beforehand and a BIOHAZARD bag.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
Kit: CONTAINER with a scoopfor stool
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 0.5mg/2g.
- Ensure that the sample is tightly sealed.
- Package the sample using gel packs that have been refrigerated beforehand and a BIOHAZARD bag.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
Kit:
- SWAB dry flocked
- CYTOBRUSH
- SWAB fine metal rod without agar
Operating procedures:
- Use sterile swabs and place them in the "dry" container for molecular infectious disease analysis.
- For Cytobrushes, store them in their tightly closed packaging.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
Kit:
- SWAB dry flocked
- CYTOBRUSH
- SWAB fine metal rod without agar
Operating procedures:
- Use sterile swabs and place them in the "dry" container for molecular infectious disease analysis.
- For Cytobrushes, store them in their tightly closed packaging.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
Kit:
- SWAB dry flocked
- CYTOBRUSH
- SWAB fine metal rod without agar
Operating procedures:
- Use sterile swabs and place them in the "dry" container for molecular infectious disease analysis.
- For Cytobrushes, store them in their tightly closed packaging.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
Kit:
- SWAB dry flocked
- CYTOBRUSH
- SWAB fine metal rod without agar
Operating procedures:
- Use sterile swabs and place them in the "dry" container for molecular infectious disease analysis.
- For Cytobrushes, store them in their tightly closed packaging.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
Kit:
- SWAB dry flocked
- CYTOBRUSH
- SWAB fine metal rod without agar
Operating procedures:
- Use sterile swabs and place them in the "dry" container for molecular infectious disease analysis.
- For Cytobrushes, store them in their tightly closed packaging.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
Kit:
- SWAB dry flocked
- CYTOBRUSH
- SWAB fine metal rod without agar
Operating procedures:
- Use sterile swabs and place them in the "dry" container for molecular infectious disease analysis.
- For Cytobrushes, store them in their tightly closed packaging.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
Kit:
- SWAB dry flocked
- CYTOBRUSH
- SWAB fine metal rod without agar
Operating procedures:
- Use sterile swabs and place them in the "dry" container for molecular infectious disease analysis.
- For Cytobrushes, store them in their tightly closed packaging.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
Kit:
- SWAB dry flocked
- CYTOBRUSH
- SWAB fine metal rod without agar
Operating procedures:
- Use sterile swabs and place them in the "dry" container for molecular infectious disease analysis.
- For Cytobrushes, store them in their tightly closed packaging.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
Kit:
- SWAB dry flocked
- CYTOBRUSH
- SWAB fine metal rod without agar
Operating procedures:
- Use sterile swabs and place them in the "dry" container for molecular infectious disease analysis.
- For Cytobrushes, store them in their tightly closed packaging.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at controlled temperature.
Kit: CONTAINERfor seminal fluid
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 2ml.
- Ensure that the sample is tightly sealed.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Note: maintain 3-5 days of sexual abstinence before collection.
Kit: CONTAINERfor seminal fluid
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 2ml.
- It is preferable to transfer it to a 15ml Falcon tube, sealed with Parafilm, avoiding sending the urine container.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Note: maintain 3-5 days of sexual abstinence before collection.
Kit: CONTAINER
Operating procedures:
- Ensure that the sample is tightly closed and sealed carefully with parafilm.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Kit: CONTAINER
Operating procedures:
- Ensure that the sample is tightly closed and sealed carefully with parafilm.
- Ship to the laboratory within 12 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Kit: TUBEfor amniotic fluid
Operating procedures:
- The minimum required volume is 10ml.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Kit: CATHETER and TUBE
Operating procedures:
- Perform the sampling and store it according to the instructions provided in the kit we supplied.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Note: check the expiration date of the tube before use.
Kit:
- COPAN VAGINAL SWAB dry
- CYTOBRUSH SWAB endocervical
Operating procedures:
- Use sterile swabs and store them "dry" in their tightly closed packaging.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
Kit: COPAN SWAB dry vaginal
Operating procedures:
- Use sterile swabs and store them "dry" in their tightly closed packaging.
- Ship to the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
- Store and transport samples at room temperature.
LABELING/
PACKAGING/
SHIPMENT
1) Sample labeling
- Affix the patient's identification label and the test label vertically on the tube (as shown in image 1)
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Label the tube specifying:
- Patient's first and last name
- Patient's date of birth
Image 1
2) Packaging of the sample
Place the tube in the red BIOHAZARD bag for international shipments (image 2) or into the blue BIOHAZARD bag for shipments to the UK (image 3) provided, and then inside the provided transport container.
Image 2
Image 3
3) Documentation
The sample must be accompanied by the specific request and consent form, completed and signed. It is recommended to fill out the section indicating the test on the acceptance form accompanying the sample.
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