Specimen transfer form
This form ensures that specimens are accounted for as they move from the field to the central laboratory for storage.
DownloadBlood collection, processing, storage, and shipping flowchart
Document provides instructions on the correct steps in blood collection, processing, storage, and shipping
DownloadCluster completion monitoring tool
Excel spreadsheet that can be customized to help the survey manager monitor the completion of survey clusters
DownloadDaily supply list per team
Daily supply list needed each data for specimen collection and processing per team
DownloadFolate - specimen processing for WB hemolysate
Document instructs how to collect and process whole blood to prepare hemolysate for folate analysis
DownloadHemoCue Hb Testing QC form
Quality control form used by phlebotomists to test the operation of the HemoCue prior to going into the field each day
DownloadLabels and markings required for proper shipment
Document instructs on the labels and markings required for proper shipment
DownloadLogistics checklist for survey manager
Checklist that can be used by survey managers to manage survey logistics
DownloadOverview of cold chain logistics
Presentation to provide an overview of cold chain logistics in the field
DownloadPackaging/shipping specimens using cold packs instructions
Document instructs on how to package and ship specimens using cold packs
DownloadPackaging/shipping specimens using dry ice instructions
Document instructs on how to package and ship specimens using dry ice
DownloadSpecimen Tracking Form for Laboratory Technician
Form used by laboratory technicians to track specimen transfer from phlebotomists and specimen processing in the field
DownloadSpecimen Tracking Form for Phlebotomist
Form used by phlebotomists to track specimens collected in the field and monitor transfer to the laboratory technicians
DownloadTips for Labeling Specimens
Tool to help users figure out types of labels and number needed per target group
DownloadVitamin A storage and handling guidelines
Document instructs on how to properly store and handle blood for vitamin A analysis
DownloadVitamin C specimen processing for serum
Document instructs on how to properly store and handle blood for vitamin C analysis
DownloadSpecimen field collection and processing manual
Manual used by phlebotomists and laboratory staff to provide a detailed explanation of specimen collection, processing, and transport
DownloadPackaging/ shipping specimens using dry ice poster
Document instructs on how to package and ship specimens using dry ice
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