**Procedure for sample transportation**

^Name^Unique ID^ Edition/Date of Edition ^
|Procedure for sample transportation |nchsls:c:Clinical Pathology:document:09|(1) 03-01-2014|

^Preparing authority^Approving authority^Review period^
|All teaching staff|In-charge Clinical Pathology|1 year|

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=====Clinical Pathology=====

  *All samples are appropriately labeled with the patient’s name, registration number, location and name of investigation etc which facilitates its proper identification.
  *All collected samples are stored in leak proof containers and are placed in respective repository.
  *Transportation of samples from the collection area to various laboratory areas of the hospital is done in appropriate leak proof containers so as to prevent any form of spillage.
  *Proper precautions are taken for handling of samples and care is taken for maintenance of aseptic conditions. 
  *It is mandatory for the staff members to wear appropriate personal protective equipments while handling the samples.


^Sr No^Specific tests/ examination  performed^transport Time frame (Time between collection and receipt)^Special Transport Care*^
|1.|Urine analysis|Within 2 hours and immediately after collection for the test of urobillinogen .|Room Temperature or 2’ C – 8 ‘ C|
|2.|Body Fluid Examination  |Within  1hour for CSF and within 2 hours for  other body fluids.|Room Temperature or 2’ C – 8 ‘ C|