- Medical Genetics Test Requisition Form. Fill out completely.
- If applicable, a copy of the patient’s insurance card (front and back)
Label each specimen with the patient’s full name, date of birth, and the date and time of specimen collection.
Transport specimens at room temperature.
Frozen tissue specimens should be placed in plastic tubes and shipped on dry ice. Dry ice is considered a hazard and must be shipped in compliance with DOT and overnight carrier regulations.
To transport specimens from within San Diego and North County, please call 858-534-4307 and request local courier service.
To transport specimens from outside San Diego and North County, please ship by overnight carrier to the following address:
UCSD Division of Medical Genetics (0639)
Medical Genetics Bldg. #3
Osler Lane
La Jolla, CA 92093-0639
Phone: 858-534-4307
General packaging and shipping instructions
Insert specimen and test requisition form into plastic bags and seal. Place bags into a Styrofoam container and seal with tape. Place container into a cardboard box and seal with tape. Ship container by overnight carrier. Container should not arrive on weekends and holidays.
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