Test Kit
Definitions
Swab Collection
Shipping
Common Mistakes
100

How many Smart Swabs are included in each RapidDNA test kit?


Two

100

What is the unique 13-digit number found on every DNA swab tube called? 

Sample ID
100

Why is proper swabbing important?

It prevents low DNA and incomplete DNA profiles.

100

Where should DNA samples be dropped off?

At a designated FedEx Office or FedEx drop box. 

100

How many swabs should be shipped?

2 swabs 

200

Why are two swabs collected?


 To improve DNA collection and reduce re-swab requests

200

What is the Relay Case ID made from?

The UAC Portal ID + Sponsor ID separated by an underscore (_). 

200

What can poor swabbing lead to ?

Low DNA and an incomplete DNA profile.

200

Name one place where packages should NOT be dropped off?

Walgreens, CVS, Dollar General, or similar stores.

200

What is wrong with partially sealing the package?

It increases the risk of shipping errors or sample loss. 

300

What should be marked on the Clinical Pak before shipping?

What is "Exempt Human Specimen"?

300

What Subject ID is used for a UAC?

The UAC Portal ID

300

What type of sample is collected ?

A buccal (check) swab.

300

What should protect the DNA samples inside the return package?

The bubble wrap envelope.

300

Should samples be shipped in any type of box?

No. They should be shipped in the provided FedEx packaging.

400

In what increments should additional test kits be requested?

Increments of 5

400

What Subject ID is used for a Sponsor?

The Sponsor ID number 

400

Why are two swabs collected?

To ensure sufficient DNA/testing needs are met.

400

What should never be written on the DNA swabs?

Personally Identifiable Information (PII).

400

What are the two overall goals of the RapidDNA process?

Successful UAC DNA Profile Creation and Reducing Re-swab Requests.

500

Name two additional items found inside every test kit.

Gloves, bubble wrap envelope, FedEx Clinical Pak, return shipping label, instruction card.

500

Give an example of a Relay Case ID format.

123456_789123

500

What instructional resource is provided to demonstrate swab collection?

An instructional video.

500

What information should always be included inside the package?

The program name and ZIP code.

500

If staff have additional RapidDNA questions, who should they contact?

RapidDNASupport@DeployedResources.com