Preservative solution is light sensitive, always store vials in a dark place and at room temperature (+15 to +25°C) until expiration date.

 Note: If any crystallization forms inside the collection vial or if the preservative solution turns yellow, appropriately discard the tube and collect the specimen using another collection tube.

 Instructions for collecting a sample for BiliSeq® testing:

1.Take one vial containing 600μl of stabilization fluid and clearly mark the vial with a typed label containing at least two patient identifiers.

2.Place the fluid sample (200-600μl) or section of common bile duct plastic stent into the vial.

3.After collection, secure the tube cap and invert several times to mix the collected sample.

4.Store the collected sample as follows:•No longer than 3 hours at room temperature (+15 to +25°C)

•No longer than 24 hours at +2 to +8°C, i.e. in a refrigerator

•Up to 12 months at -15 to -25°C , i.e. in a freezer

 Instructions for shipping a collected fluid sample for BiliSeq® testing:

1.Ensure that all collection vials are labeled with at least two unique patient identifiers.

2.Ship with ice packs by overnight delivery. Shipping with dry ice is recommended for multiple tubes andwhen a delay in shipment is possible.

3.Include the completed test requisition form and the cytology report, if available.