SAMPLE PREPARATION AND SHIPPING CHECKLIST
                         WHO Collaborating Centre for Reference and Research on Influenza,
                                                        Melbourne
                   Sample is an isolate or specimen of human origin influenza                       
                   If not, that is, you have a highly pathogenic influenza strain (eg. Avian 
                   influenza H7 and H5 subtypes) please email us at:
                    whoflu@influenzacentre.org
                   Sample preparation and packaging
                   Included completed Sample Submission Form and AQIS Permit in package             
                   Sent separate copy of Sample Submission Form to WHO CC (preferably               
                   electronically to Jayde.Simpson@influenzacentre.org)
                   Samples stored at -70°C and packed for shipping on dry ice                       
                   Sample volume:        1-2ml for viral isolates                                   
                                         at least 0.5-1ml where possible for clinical specimens
                   Samples clearly and securely labelled in neoprene tubes with leak-proof caps     
                   Shipping
                   For WHO National Influenza Centres:
                   WHO Shipping Fund booking form completed and submitted to World                  
                   Courier Geneva, and relevant paperwork completed
                   For Independent Laboratories – to be included with shipment
                   Consignment note      1 copy                                                     
                   Customs declaration 3 copies                                                     
                   Commercial invoice 2 copies                                                      
                   AQIS Permit           2 copies                                                   
                   If you have any questions or require more information, please email us at 
                   whoflu@influenzacentre.org