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Freewheelers and H1N1 Swine Flu specimen transport PDF E-mail
Wednesday, 17 June 2009 15:44

H1N1 Swine InfluenzaAfter seeking confirmation from the Health Protection Agency, Freewheelers EVS is happy to confirm that we are able to transport diagnostic samples which may be infected with, or are to be tested for infection with Swine Flu (H1N1). This includes specimens collected directly from humans or animals that are suspected or confirmed to be infected with the Swine Flu (H1N1) virus, including specimens from the respiratory tract (swabs) and blood specimens. All such specimens will be transported by us according to regulation UN3373 as Category B biological substances. See our UN3373 Policy for details of how this is done.

Freewheelers EVS is not licensed to transport Swine Flu (H1N1) virus cultures i.e. virus isolates. These must be transported by a specialist courier according to regulation UN2814 as Category A infectious substances affecting humans.

Any hospital wishing to use Freewheelers EVS free service to transport any Swine Flu samples should make sure that we are not being asked to carry virus cultures, only diagnostic specimens. Please contact us if you have any questions.

 

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