Tamper-evident Information and Courses from MediaLab, Inc.
These are the MediaLab courses that cover Tamper-evident and links to relevant pages within the course.
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| Collection site security requirements All collection sites must meet the following security requirements: Must be able to prevent unauthorized access to the site during collection. Ensure that the donor does not have access to items that could be used to adulterate or dilute the specimen (e.g. soap, water, cleaning agents, etc.) Secure faucets, toilet tank tops, and other appropriate areas with tamper-evident tape if necessary. Ensure that the donor is at all times under the supervision of the collector or other collection site personnel. Provide for the secure handling and storage of specimens. (Specimens should be stored at 4-6ยบ C. The refrigerator used should not be readily accessible to the general public and should be used only for the storage of urine drug screens and other clinical specimens. The refrigerator should be marked with a biohazard sign. No food or drink should ever be placed in the refrigerator.) | View Page |
| Urine continued You may be required to measure the temperature of the urine, and to check it visually for tampering.Apply a tamper-evident seal to the specimen, and label it appropriately in the presence of the donor individual. | View Page |
| Documentation Label the tubes appropriately and seal their tops with tamper-evident strips.Complete the chain of custody form and other paperwork as directed.
Place paperwork and specimens in the appropriate container, and apply the required seals in the presence of the donor.
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