How to send samples?
GenoID’s automated system is able to receive many kinds of male and female sample types, providing results to a wide range of clinicians such as gynaecologists, dermatologists, urologists and researchers in 24-72 hours.
Please find general information about sending samples to us such as sample types, test request, transportation and reporting.
1. Sample type
Several transport media developed to preserve cells are validated to detect pathogens on GenoID’s system.
Minimum volume is defined as the amount sufficient to perform the tests.
Various sample types should be handled in different ways to assure that the samples arrive in their best condition for diagnostics.
- cervix
- urine
- semen
- urethra
- vaginal discharge
- pharynx
- anus
- scraping, lesion scraping
- condyloma
- buccal (for genetics only)
We are ready to receive different sample types (such as FFPE) for reseach purposes. Please contact us for further details!
2. Test request
Realizing our partners’ need we let you use any kind of electronic request forms that contain the requested information.
You may also download our test request sheet.
Download request form
3. Sending samples
The number of outsourced diagnostics testing is growing worldwide. International courier companies help to get packages safely and fast to GenoID.
It takes 24 hours to receive samples from Europe and 2-3 days from the rest of the world.
There are special regulations by IATA that should be followed when sending biological samples by air that could be followed easily.
Our Referral Manager assists you from the first steps.
4. Reporting
Turnaround times for tests are 48-72 hours (on working days) from receipt in the laboratory.
Different report formats are available to serve best our partners’ needs. You may choose to have the reports by:
- PDF/Excel form
- GenoID’s Online Result System
- Fax