Tissue specimen - Store at 4C. Do not freeze.

Test performed by MCRI Tissue Culture Laboratory

Use Sterile Saline when collecting skin biopsies for Tissue Culture Lab
•         Fully submerge samples in Sterile Saline
•         Keep samples at 4°C (do not freeze)
•         Transport all samples using ice packs
•         Do not  use gauze or cotton when collecting skin biopsies
•         Clinical staff to notify MCRI directly when a Skin Biopsy is to be collected either via e-mail tissueculture@mcri.edu.au or  Ph.: 03 8341 6230 & 03 99366746