Specimen Preparation and Shipping
This section provides detailed information for classifying, packaging, and shipping medical specimens to Mayo Medical Laboratories for testing. These pages are updated as regulations, methods, and packaging materials change over time.
- Specimen Preparation
Recommendations to ensure all medical specimens arrive at the testing facility intact and in the shortest possible time. - Urine and Stool Collection
Comprehensive instructions to assist in proper 24-hour urine and stool collection. - Supplies
We provide containers for the safe transport of medical specimens to our facilities. - Forms
Test requisition and additional information forms. - Shipping
Ship specimens using FedEx® or other air carriers.