Thursday, 2 February 2012

Sample storage

7.6 Sample storage

7.6.1 The DCO is responsible for ensuring, in accordance with the ADO’s criteria for Blood Sample storage, that all samples are stored in a manner that protects their identity, integrity and security whilst in the Blood Collection Facility.

7.6.2 Samples must not be left unattended, unless they are locked away, in a refrigerator or cupboard, for example. Access shall be restricted to authorized personnel.

7.6.3 The Blood Samples must be stored in a cool location, preferably in a refrigerator or cool box. Temperature should be maintained between 2 – 12 degrees Celsius.

7.6.4 If the conditions of storage did not meet the guidelines for temperature in section 7.6, the DCO shall document this, and shall also contact the
ADO immediately to inform them of the variation in temperature, and the length of time the samples were affected.

7.6.5 If the temperature deviates outside the recommended 2 -12 degrees for a period of time likely to affect the composition of a Blood Sample, the ADO and Laboratory shall determine whether or not analysis should proceed on the sample.


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