Alternatively, adequately fixed specimens may be removed from formalin wrapped with formalin saturated gauze or paper towels then placed in a leak-proof plastic bag. Do NOT use bags (Whirlpacks, zipper-closure, or heat-sealed) in lieu of a jar. Ship in separate containers when possible.ДЇormalin-fixed specimens: Specimens may be shipped in a plastic specimen jar containing a 10:1 (liquid to tissue) volume of formalin. Pack fresh and formalin-fixed specimens separately. If virus detection is required from serologic specimens, contact the appropriate laboratory for volume requirements. (Disease investigation cases may require additional volume.) Label each tube with the Sample ID, exactly as indicated in Block 21 in Form VS 10-4. Biological Substance, Category B : Excreta, secreta, blood and its components, tissue, tissue fluids, etc., which the shipper reasonably believes may contain an etiologic agent and that is being shipped for purposes of diagnosis (i.e., a diagnostic specimen) or investigation.ДЇor routine serological testing, submit one tube containing 2 ml of clear serum per animal for each test requested.Biological Substance, Category A: Materials known to contain certain etiologic agents (i.e., an infectious substance transported in a form which, when exposure occurs, is capable of causing permanent disability or a life-threatening or fatal disease to humans or animals).These include, but are not restricted to, excreta, secreta, blood, serum, tissues, organs, animals or animal parts, tissue cultures, and viruses or other microorganisms (either infectious or inactivated).Д«iological materials that are known to contain, or could contain, etiologic agents are divided into two groups: 49 CFR 173.217 has additional requirements for shipments containing solid carbon dioxide (dry ice).ДЄirline shipments also should be in compliance with current International Air Transport Association (IATA) regulations (for dangerous goods.ДЄll specimens or reagents sent to the NVSL (Ames or Plum Island) are biological substances. 49 CFR 173.134 defines infectious substances and related terms. Title 49 CFR Part 173: These Department of Transportation regulations contain general requirements for shipments and packaging. TitleВ 9В CodeВ ofВ FederalВ RegulationsВ (CFR),В PartsВ 121 and 122: These USDA regulations cover 1) the transfer of select agents/toxins and 2) the permits needed to ship organisms and vectors. Regulations governing packaging and labeling of interstate shipments of etiologic agents are found in: Failure to follow regulations can result in substantial financial penalties.ДЄnyone sending material to the NVSL should be in compliance with all applicable regulations. Shippers are responsible for proper packaging, marking and labeling, documentation, classification, and identification of each shipment. The packaging and labeling of biological substances for shipment requires familiarity with current rules and regulations, which frequently change.

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