Shipment Recommendations for Biosafety Testing
Careful sample shipment is vital for correct evaluation of your product. The following shipment procedures guarantee compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
Labeling
- The name of the product and the batch number (if necessary) must be indicated on the container (flask, packet, etc) in indelible ink.
- A sample identification form. It is very important to fill this form out very carefully to facilitate receipt of samples and their subsequent analysis.
Packaging
The biological samples may be subject to verification during transportation. Please use appropriate, waterproof, contaminant-free, shock-resistant packaging.
Shipment
- Fax or e-mail a shipment form at least one week before sending your parcel; include information on the means of transport and the expected date of receipt.
- Insert the original copy of the shipment form in a plastic envelope fixed on the outside of the parcel.
- Select the most appropriate packaging with respect to the means of shipment.
- Add enough ice and dry ice for refrigerated and frozen samples.
- Indicate the storage conditions: room temperature, at 4°C, at -20°C or
Procedure for Shipping Cell Cultures for Karyotyping
Passage the cell culture at low density in two T-25 Flasks. Prepare sample(s) following the procedures below
- If you are submitting more than one cell culture sample, put samples for each culture in separate zipper-locked or sealed bags. This will protect the integrity of the other sample(s) if one leaks
- Pack cell culture sample(s) at room temperature in a sturdy box to prevent breakage.
- Each flask should be wrapped in plastic bubble wrap or comparable packing material to prevent breakage or leakage.
- Additional packing material should be used for protection in shipping. Do not use vented caps as they may leak during shipment.
- Send materials at room temperature by rapid courier to NDS (maximum two-day delivery).