Module 5

Collection, transport and receipt of specimens

Exercise

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What’s wrong?

How do you handle the containers/specimens? 2

Answers

• Box container is open and is not leakproof.

• Specimen containers are not packed vertically.

• Some containers appear to be open.

• Specimen containers are not made of clear-view plastic

• The box is not fitted with a locking mechanism.

3

What’s wrong?

4

Answers

• Containers are labelled only on the cap, not on the side!

• One specimen container is not made of clear-view plastic.

5

What’s wrong?

6

Answers

• Some containers are not properly labelled.

• Identification can not rely only on request forms. Containers should always be labelled (forms have been placed under the containers and could easily become mixed up!)

7

What’s wrong?

8

Answers

• Containers are labelled only on the cap, not on the side!

• Saliva!

• Inadequate sample volume.

9

What’s wrong?

10

Answers

• NOTHING!

• Containers are:– leakproof – clean – 50-ml capacity– made of clear or translucent material – screw-capped with a watertight seal.

• Containers are labelled on the sides.

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