Table 2.
Sample | Collection | Storage | Storage Temperature |
---|---|---|---|
Whole blood | Purple top (EDTA) vacutainer | Cryovial | −80°C |
Whole blood | Purple top (EDTA) vacutainer | FTA collection card | −20°C |
Blood Clot | Red top (silica) vacutainer | Cryovial | −80°C |
Serum | Red top (silica) vacutainer | Cryovial | −80°C |
Saliva | Swab / Oragene® vial | Oragene® vial | −20°C |
Sperm | Cup | Cryovial – IVF freezing media | −190°C |