Dr Piyush Tailor

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

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