Eurofins Central Laboratory

Sample Management

DEDICATED SAMPLE MANAGEMENT

Each Eurofins Central Laboratory facility has its own dedicated sample management department in place. Upon receipt of the samples that have been collected at the investigator sites, the completeness and identification of said samples, along with the accompanying request form, are verified.

After unpacking the samples, all accompanying documentation is then checked and entered into the global LIMS. The request form information is carefully entered into the LIMS by two independent individuals. Following this double data entry process, the LIMS itself deploys routine consistency checks. The samples are then labeled with unique barcodes which are used for tracking purposes throughout the entire laboratory facility.

Our laboratory instruments read the barcode and determine which tests need to be performed and in which order. This will allow the most optimal use of the sample provided to us. After analysis, the instruments electronically transfer the test results to the LIMS.

SAMPLE STORAGE

Sample storage is available on-site ambient at 2-8°C (typically short-term), -20°C and -80°C, and liquid nitrogen. Samples can be stored for any period that is defined and agreed upon within the protocol. Systems are in place to ensure complete track and trace capabilities of stored samples.

Access to our sample storage facility is restricted to authorized employees only. Eurofins Central Laboratory has a storage capacity of more than 1 billion samples in -20°C and about 1 million in -80°C. In the event that more storage capacity is needed, we are able to extend our storage facilities to meet the needs of our customers.

As a default, samples will be stored for 14 days after analysis for retesting purposes. Samples for hematology testing will be stored for 1 week. Upon request of the customer and as an add-on service, samples can be stored for longer periods as needed.

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