Specimen Labeling | UCSF Clinical Laboratories
WEBSep 15, 2001 · At minimum, all primary specimen containers must be labeled with at least two patient-specific identifiers and have an associated order for the testing to be performed. Specimens with less information are inadequately identified, and will not be processed until the deficiencies are corrected.
WEBStep 3: If Appropriate, Pour the Specimen into an Aliquot Tube or Bottle ................................... 4. Step 4: Label the Specimen .................................................................................................................... 5. Step 5: Package the Specimen in a Biohazard Bag ...
Introduction to Specimen Collection - Labcorp
WEBAll primary specimen containers must be labeled with at least two identifiers at the time of collection. Submitted slides may be labeled with a single identifier, but two identifiers are preferred.
WEBPatient Identification. The person collecting the specimen must first verify the correct patient is being collected for the test requested. Ask the patient to state their name and date of birth. Confirm this information with the specimen labels and armband.
Specimen Labeling Guidelines and Requirements - United Ad Label
WEBInaccurate specimen labeling can compromise patient safety. Our comprehensive guide covers the guidelines for proper specimen identification and tracking.
WEBStep 1: Determine the Specimen Requirements ................................................................................. 4. Step 2: Collect the Specimen ................................................................................................................. 4.
Specimen Collection and Preparation - Mayo Clinic Laboratories
WEBLabel the Specimen. Specimens must have two person-specific identifiers on the patient label. Person-specific identifiers include: Accession number; Patient's first and last name; Unique identifying number (for example, medical record number) Date of …
WEBThe standard identifies the required human-readable elements to appear on specimen labels and specifies the exact locations, fonts, and font sizes of these elements. A standard for global application developed through the Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute consensus process.
SPECIMEN LABELING REQUIREMENTS - University of California, …
WEBEvery specimen brought to the laboratory must have a label on the container in which it is held. It is not acceptable to label only the lid, transport bag, or other container used to transport the specimen. The label must contain the following legible information: Patient name; Patient medical record number, with check digit; Patient location
WEBProper specimen labeling is important to assure accurate sample identification. Specimens should be labeled at bedside at time of draw preferably with a Patient Bar Code Label. If using electronic hand held device, scan each labeled …