Site Supplies

Each Investigator Site is supplied with all the necessary material to facilitate an efficient collection and preparation of specimens for shipment and testing.

Protocol and Visit-Specific Specimen Collection Kits

The specimen collection kits are customized as per the protocol & the visit schedules for added convenience to the investigator sites.

• Each study visit is clearly marked
• Study protocol is clearly labeled on the box
• Study specific tube labels
• Re-ordering is a simple fax

Bulk Supplies

Investigator Sites have the option of receiving bulk quantities of study supplies. The study site staff can then review the protocol and select appropriate supplies from their stock.

Customized Test Requisition Forms

Each Investigator Site is supplied with NCR booklets of protocol specific Test Requisition Forms. The Test Requisition Forms are:

• Customized to the specific study parameters
• Subject demographics
• Pre-printed with necessary investigator information
• Designed to accommodate and record the visit sequence for the patient
• Designed to include visit specific tests or panels
• User-friendly for proper completion by investigator or site staff

Investigator Laboratory Manual

Each Investigator Site would receive an Investigator Laboratory Manual which is:

• Customized to meet the study specific requirements
• Contains detailed instructions regarding
• Specimen collection and processing
• Specimen storage temperatures
• Specimen transport temperatures
• Laboratory normal reference ranges and alert values
• Site supplies re-order form
• Copy of Test Requisition Form, problem specimen and problem data clarification form
• Logistic contact details for registering a specimen pick up
• Cut-off times for registering a specimen pick up
• Monitoring sheet for recording the details of the shipment
• Laboratory Accreditation Certificates
• Reporting information
• Contact details of the Project Management Team

Other Supports

Pre-analytical specimen quality is the most crucial factor for laboratory investigations. The specimen collection and processing information mentioned in the laboratory manual needs to be appropriately followed to maintain the integrity of specimen. Investigators sites need to be well adverse with the procedures to be followed to acquire good quality specimen. To meet these requirements, we also offer following support:

• Phlebotomy Training to the sites
• Participation in SIVs and
• Participation in investigators meetings