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The document is an updated form for the Diagnostic Laboratory Service at the University of Tennessee, detailing specimen requirements and available parasitology tests for small and large animals. It includes information on fecal examinations, serology tests, and miscellaneous testing options, along with contact details for the lab and instructions for sample submission.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS: document in the editor.
Begin by entering the 'Date' and 'Accession #' at the top of the form. This information is crucial for tracking your specimen.
Fill in the 'Practice', 'Veterinarian', and contact details including 'Address', 'Phone', and 'Email'. Ensure accuracy for effective communication.
Select the appropriate specimen type from the options provided (Feces, Plasma, Serum) based on your analysis needs.
Complete the sections for FECAL EXAMINATIONS by checking off relevant tests such as Fecal Panel or Giardia Panel. Be sure to specify if it's for Small or Large Animal.
Provide patient details including 'Patient Name', 'Owner', and species. Fill in additional fields like 'Sex', 'Breed', and 'Age' as applicable.
In the case history section, provide detailed information regarding history, medication, clinical signs, and any pertinent lab findings.
Finally, review all entries for accuracy before submitting your completed form to ensure a smooth processing experience.

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What are the requirements for specimen collection?

To ensure an adequate specimen volume: Always draw whole blood in an amount 2 times the required volume of serum required for a particular test. For example, if 2 mL serum are required, draw at least 5 mL whole blood. If pediatric tubes are used, be sure to collect an adequate volume of specimen to perform the test.

What are the specimen requirements for drug testing?

There are several biological samples that can be used for testing. These include blood or serum, sweat, hair, oral fluid, nails, and . The most commonly used biological sample is , as it is non-invasive, and the concentration of a given xenobiotic is generally higher when compared to other samples.

When handling specimens, standard precautions are there?

Use containers that are appropriately sized to hold the necessary volume of the sample without any spills or overflows. Secure Cap and Prevent Leakage: After collection, ensure that the containers cap is tightly sealed to prevent leakage during transportation.

What are the common specimen handling requirements?

When handling specimens, universal safety precautions should always be employed. Appropriate protective clothing and personal protective items should be worn. No tissue, even fixed material, should ever be handled with bare hands. It must be kept in mind that noxious agents are present in the laboratory.

What is the most important rule to remember when collecting a specimen from a patient?

Pro Tips for Mastering the Art of Specimen Collection Use two patient identifiers or more before collecting the sample. Label containers for specimens while in the presence of the patient. Ensure you arent using any expired containers. Ensure that you are using the correct container.

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What counts as a specimen?

For example, a specimen could be an advertisement, brochure, website printout or other promotional material which shows your trademark used for the services, business signs where the services are rendered showing your trademark, or a service vehicle showing your trademark.

What are the guidelines for handling specimen samples?

Place the labelled specimen container in a plastic specimen mini-grip bag which is available on the Wards, in the Clinics and from central stores and seal. Each specimen bag must only contain samples from one patient (DO NOT mix patient samples).

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