Aliquot a portion to a urine transport tube (contains preservative) for routine urinalysis or special urine culture transport tube for Microbiology testing. Proper centrifugation is critical for proper separation of cells from serum or plasma. Attn: Specimen Processing. Access self-paced online training and certification for safe collection, handling, packaging, and shipment of specimens. Patient Instruction forms are available upon request. Store and transport specimen upright to maintain separation.

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Use one label per specimen. %PDF-1.7 %������� 1 0 obj Centrifuge at 3,000 – 3500 rpm for 10 to 15 minutes if indicated. 9. When collection is completed, specimens must be delivered to the laboratory immediately for processing and addition of preservatives if applicable. This includes standing orders, add-on requests, and verbal orders for all patients. All patient samples are considered biohazardous and should be handled as such using appropriate... Pneumatic Tube. together for emotional support and understanding across multiple locations to reach you in the community where you live. If applicable chemical preservatives are added in the laboratory as soon as the specimen is delivered. Transportation of Specimens – Refer to two policies named –Transportation of Specimens and Hospital Pneumatic Tube System. Specimen collection is the first step in the process of acquiring quality results. Please refer to the. The test request form and all specimens are sent in one container (box or plastic specimen transport bag). To prevent the rejection of specimens, the following information must be legibly recorded on each irreversibly affixed label for specimens submitted to Stanford Health Care. labelling should be checked by both the nurse and doctor involved in the Improper collection methods or techniques can result in erroneous results. Positive identification is the responsibility of the person collecting the sample. (See “Specimen Labeling/Request Form Completion” policy. culture medium, or possibly in a sterile container for immediate processing. <> 2. Day 2: Collect the first morning specimen and then STOP Collection. NOTE: Blood of all patients are considered potentially infectious for hepatitis B virus (HBV) and other blood-borne pathogens, and universal precautions must be followed. Additionally the specimen should ideally reach the laboratory within 24 hours of collection and be kept cold during transport. Dietary restrictions may apply. A small cooler packed with ice will provide the necessary refrigeration for the container. TRW.CLI.SOP.815 2.3 Specimen Transport Procedure 1 Trust Standard Operating Procedure Specimen Transport Procedure Issue Date Review Date Version October 2017 October 2020 2.3 Purpose To describe the procedures to be followed for packaging clinical specimens and transporting them to the Pathology laboratories, Derriford Hospital. procedure using the same swab in the second naris, return the swab to the transport sleeve, label the swab with the preprinted laboratory label, record collection results, and transport specimen … Specimens without affixed labels will not be tested. Specimen protocols for specimen collection and management. Transport the specimen to the laboratory immediately or refrigerate if transport is delayed. requirements. They come in a range of sizes and are designed to keep medical supplies or specimens cold for extended periods of time while in transit. The following requests are acceptable: Verbal Orders, Standing Orders and Add-On-Tests. The content was authored by Brett McPherson, reviewed by Colleen Sullivan and Avant Mutual Group. Transport of patient specimens is regulated by both the Department of Transportation and by International Air Transport Association or IATA rules. for pediatric patients and for patients for which venipuncture may be more difficult. Tracking Tests ). reserves the right to refuse acceptance of patients’ endobj Collect urine each time in a disposable clean plastic or paper cup and carefully pour into the 24-hour container. If splatter occurs, wash off with cold water. should be organised promptly according to the pathology company 2.8 Storage and Transport of Sputum Specimens Notes: Standard recommendations for most microbiology specimens are that if the specimen cannot be processed within one to two hours of collection, they must be refrigerated.

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Compliance with any recommendations will not in any way guarantee discharge of the duty of care owed to patients and others coming into contact with the health professional or practice. IMPORTANT: Professional indemnity insurance products and Avant’s Practice Medical Indemnity Policy are issued by Avant Insurance Limited, ABN 82 003 707 471, AFSL 238 765. Body substance precautions apply for all specimen collection and transport procedures. Transport of specimens Proper specimen collection and handling is vital to prevent specimen rejection and ensure an accurate test result. �y��ܾ�����)�AȮ6��-���y�먱k Coagulation tube (Light blue-top tube). All diagnostic information from the Microbiology laboratory is Collection supplies should never be placed in a patient’s bed or near food and beverages, 6. Consult the Individual test in the Test Directory for specific collection instructions, preservative, storage, temperature and transport information. The laboratory will provide the request form to be used, either via fax, mail or download here to confirm the request. be available nearby. endobj potential infection may need to be placed. This is the single most important factor in preventing errors in patient specimen identification. For example: Staff should receive hazardous

All patients from whom clinical specimens are obtained must be positively identified prior to specimen collection with two identifiers. TRW.CLI.SOP.815 2.3 Specimen Transport Procedure 3 Standard Operating Procedures are designed to promote consistency in delivery, to the required quality standards, across the Trust. All urine specimens should be collected as clean catch urine specimens, unless otherwise indicated. All specimens for Blood Bank MUST be, accompanied by a double-signed blood bank requisition. The Clinical Laboratory does not handle nor transport anatomical specimens. Collect the specimen into the proper tube or container using the correct sequence of draw. Avoid affixing multiple labels to one container when possible. Pap smear).  It is the responsibility of staff to utilize pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic interventions in a developmentally appropriate way. Clinical and Molecular Pathology samples and consult materials should be shipped or delivered via courier to: Stanford Clinical Laboratories 3. and anatomical labelling of specimen (e.g. Many For full details including the terms, conditions, and exclusions that apply, please read and consider the policy wording and PDS, which is available at www.avant.org.au or by contacting us on 1800 128 268. service. This guide provides practical advice on best-practice techniques and simple ways to avoid common errors. The nurse or physician will be informed that the specimen is improperly identified, and a new specimen may need to be obtained if clinically indicated. endobj �� � } !1AQa"q2���#B��R��$3br� 3 0 obj This publication is not comprehensive and does not constitute legal or medical advice. A pneumatic tube delivery system is available in some units for sample transport. A fixed specimen is smeared on a slide and sprayed with a fixative (e.g.