Good sample identification and packaging reduce delays and prevent report errors. Confirm the laboratory requirement before dispatch because the necessary quantity and shipping conditions depend on the test panel and sample form.
Information to provide first
Send the product name, batch number, sample form, expected peptide, available quantity and requested tests. State whether the sample is a neat material, mixed formulation or finished product.
- Sample and batch name
- Expected sequence or molecular formula, when relevant
- Lyophilized powder, liquid or finished product
- Requested tests and reporting purpose
- Known hazards or special storage needs
Packaging and identification
Use a clean, sealed primary container with a legible label. Add suitable secondary containment and cushioning. Avoid labels that can detach or identifiers that appear only on an outer shipping box.
Temperature and stability
Do not assume every peptide requires the same shipping temperature. Confirm whether ambient, chilled or frozen shipment is required and whether the receiving laboratory can accept temperature-controlled packages on the planned delivery day.
International shipments
Overseas testing may require customs descriptions, courier acceptance and additional handling time. Confirm the destination laboratory, documents, declared sample description and responsibility for customs before sending. QCTests confirms these details offline for each overseas project.