Ship sample overnight to:
Collagen Diagnostic Laboratory
UW Medical Center
Attention: Genetics and Solid Tumors
1959 NE Pacific Street, Room NW 220
Seattle, WA 98195-7655
Phone: 206-543-0459
Shipping Instructions:
Ship via express carrier (such as FedEx, UPS or DHL)
Do NOT bill Recipient (the Collagen Diagnostic Laboratory)
Do NOT send specimens for weekend or U.S. holiday delivery
All specimens should be appropriately packaged to avoid crushing, breakage or leakage. Send at room temperature. Requisition Forms MUST accompany all specimens. If specimens for more than one individual are being submitted, please make sure that each specimen and Requisition Form is clearly marked with the patient’s name.
International Samples: An import permit is not required by the USDA in order to ship a sample to the CDL from outside the continental United States. However, to ensure that the sample arrives quickly, you may want to contact your international courier for clarification. Often, indicating that the enclosed cells or DNA are for clinical diagnostic testing and that have no commercial value will expedite shipment.