Packaging
The sample and referral form should be sealed separately in a
biohazard bag to prevent contamination of paperwork in the event of
leakage. High
risk samples must be clearly identified and all packaging must
conform to UN650 standards.
This guide to packaging
requirements may also be of use. We gratefully acknowledge
Cheshire & Merseyside Regional Genetics Laboratory's kind
permission to use this document.
Storage
Samples should be sent to the laboratories as soon as possible.
Please try to avoid samples arriving at weekends or public
holidays; refer to the specific information for particular sample
types where appropriate.
Note that the Willink Biochemical Genetics Unit offers an out-of-hours service.
Transport and Delivery
All forms of sample transport should deliver the sample directly
to Genetic Medicine:
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Postal Address
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Genetic Medicine
6th Floor
St Mary's Hospital
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9WL
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Samples may be delivered by hospital porter, by hand, by
external post (first-class only), and by courier. All deliveries
should be handed in at the Sample Reception window, located
adjacent to the Patient Reception area on the 6th floor of St.
Mary's Hospital.
Collection of Samples
The laboratories do not provide their own specimen collection
service, other than for those patients attending a clinic session
with one of our consultants.