Category A Specimens

We provide the packaging for Category A infectious specimens within the UK. However, we do not transport Category A specimens

Benefits for you:

• Fully compliant packaging that meets the current legislative requirements for transporting Category A samples: IATA packing instruction 620 - UN2814 (or UN2900 affecting animals)
• Ergonomically designed bottle, safe for handling including 1.5 turn lid and non-tapered aperture for easy extraction of samples
• Available in three sizes: 1, 2 and 3 litres
• Full refurbishment services available

Category B Specimens

By meeting the strictest health and safety standards, we give Category B biological samples the attention and security they deserve.

Benefits for you:

• Fully compliant packaging that meets and exceeds the current legislative requirements for transporting Category B samples, specifically IATA packing instruction 650 - UN3373
• Pre-9am next-day delivery and post-5pm collection
• An all-inclusive and highly competitive price for packaging and delivery
• Every sample is barcode tracked with a courier signature required on arrival
• Receive an ‘out for delivery’ notification by email when an item’s on its way
• Pre-paid packaging and delivery costs mean no weighing or franking is needed
• We recycle for you by collecting your used packaging ensuring sustainability and best practice in environmental management.

Our Tracked Specimens service complies with stringent health & safety standards ensuring your samples are handled with the utmost care, and tracked via GPS scanning through our network.

DX has a proven track record for uninterrupted service for Tracked Specimens, and a next day pre-9am delivery as standard. The service also features free collection of used packaging and an all-inclusive price for both packaging and delivery.

Customers of our DX Tracked Specimens service include: 

• NHS Trusts
• Public Health England (Health Protection Agency)
• Independent laboratories
• DEFRA/AHVLA