Diagnostic Specimens.docVIP

Quick Tip: Specimen Collection Shipping The collection and shipment of specimens is common in research protocols. Specimens are collected evaluated to verify eligibility, for laboratory tests sent to a central laboratory as well as pharmacodynamics PD and pharmacokinetic PK testing. The clinical trial nurse needs to be aware of the guidelines and regulations that surround the collection, processing shipping of diagnostic clinical specimens. Collection: Consent must be signed prior to any study procedure. This includes laboratory tests, if they are for research only, and not part