Sealing of the Blood Samples

7.4 Sealing of the Blood Samples

7.4.1 The Athlete shall take the secure transport kit already selected in, or, if not yet selected, shall choose a transport kit from a selection of kits in accordance with the process outlined.

7.4.2 The DCO shall instruct the Athlete to place one Blood Sample into each of the A and B tamper evident sample transport kits. The Athlete may request the DCO or the
Athlete Representative to complete this process on their behalf.
7.4.3 Both the DCO and the Athlete shall check that the kits are securely sealed. Where possible, care must also be taken so that the samples are stored upright.

7.4.4 The DCO and Athlete should ensure that the equipment code numbers are accurately recorded on the Doping Control documentation. The Athlete and DCO should initial or sign the documentation to show they are satisfied with the procedure.

7.4.5 The DCO shall ensure the Blood Sample is stored in a secure, preferably cooled (2-12 degrees Celsius), location (i.e. transport bag) until ready to proceed to section 7.7 - Transport of samples.


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