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CHAPTER 2 12.3.3 – 12.4.2 12.3.3 Packing and 12.4 Sieving and sorting
dispatching
Washing, sieving and sorting should be done in a well-
ventilated space, ideally in a fume cupboard or under
If samples or specimens are sent to outside analysts or
a fume extractor, particularly if the sample contains
taxonomists, ensure they are packed robustly to prevent
preservative or is from a polluted environment.
any damage.
Record all sample information in a logbook before
Samples that have been fixed in formalin must be
washed in a fume cupboard.
dispatching samples.
Figure 2.14
Poorly packaged sample delivered to a laboratory. Logistics
companies may refuse to accept samples from laboratories that
do not pack them securely and may charge for damages.
Figure 2.15
Fume extractor over a sink for sieving invertebrate samples
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