Chain of custody
Chain of custody ensures the results reported by the laboratory relate, beyond all reasonable doubt, to a specific sample provided by a particular individual.
Following chain of custody procedures gives peace of mind to the donor and the organisation arranging the test, it means that the sample is fully defensible in a legal setting.
What does chain of custody involve?
- Chain of custody form with barcodes that link the specimen to the paperwork
- Donor consent and collector's signature on every form
- Tamper evident seals on the specimen containers that show if any attempt has been made to remove them
- Secure packaging to protect the specimens in transit to the laboratory
- Laboratory checks on arrival to confirm the chain of custody is intact
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