Biological Samples Courier Services
Temperature-controlled transport for tissue, blood, and medical specimens
Research outcomes and diagnostic accuracy depend on specimen integrity during transport. White Atlas Couriers provides biological sample courier services across the UK with temperature-controlled vehicles (ambient, refrigerated, frozen), validated containers, and complete chain of custody. Trusted by universities, research institutes, and biotech companies for tissue, DNA, blood, and cell culture transport - maintaining specimen viability 24/7.
Our biological samples courier service transports specimens for laboratories, pathology services, and research facilities across the UK.
What We Transport:
Our couriers who can deliver biological samples are trained to handle:
- Blood samples – Venous blood, serum, plasma, and whole blood collections requiring 2-8°C temperature control
- Tissue samples – Biopsy specimens, surgical samples, and histology materials for pathology examination
- Urine and stool specimens – Routine diagnostic samples with secure, leak-proof packaging
- Swabs and cultures – Throat swabs, nasal swabs, wound swabs, and microbiology cultures
- Biological research materials – DNA samples, cell cultures, and laboratory research specimens
- Pathology specimens – Cytology samples, immunology specimens, and diagnostic materials
Temperature-Controlled Biological Sample Transport:
Maintaining sample integrity is critical. Our temperature-controlled courier for biological samples ensures specimens remain within required temperature ranges throughout transit:
- 2-8°C refrigerated transport for temperature-sensitive blood samples and biological materials
- Medical-grade insulated containers with pharmaceutical gel packs maintaining stable temperatures for up to 6-8 hours of transit time
- Temperature monitoring available on request for critical specimens
- Ambient transport for room-temperature stable samples
UN3373 Compliance & Safe Transport:
All biological sample deliveries comply with UN3373 regulations for the transport of Category B infectious substances.
Our drivers are trained in:
- Proper packaging and labelling of biological specimens
- Handling procedures for potentially infectious materials
- Spill containment and safety protocols
- Chain of custody documentation for sample traceability
Laboratory Courier Collections:
We provide scheduled and ad-hoc specimen collection services from:
- GP surgeries and health centres – Daily scheduled collections to central laboratories
- Hospital pathology departments – Inter-hospital specimen transfers
- Private clinics – Same-day specimen delivery to diagnostic labs
- Research facilities – Urgent biological sample transport for time-sensitive studies
Every biological sample represents a patient waiting for answers. We treat each specimen with the care and urgency it deserves.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you transport biological samples?
Yes, we specialise in biological sample courier services for laboratories, hospitals, and research facilities. We transport blood samples, tissue specimens, urine samples, swabs, pathology materials, and research specimens with full UN3373 compliance.
Are you UN3373 compliant for transporting biological samples?
Yes, all our biological sample transport complies with UN3373 regulations for Category B infectious substances. Our drivers are trained in proper packaging, handling, and safety protocols for biological specimens.
What temperature control do you provide for specimens?
We provide 2-8°C refrigerated transport using insulated containers with gel packs for temperature-sensitive biological samples and specimens. Temperature monitoring is available on request for critical samples.
Do you provide chain of custody documentation?
Yes, every biological sample and specimen delivery includes full chain of custody documentation with collection time, delivery time, recipient signature, and tracking reference for complete audit trail.
How quickly can you collect specimens?
We provide 60-minute collection nationwide for urgent specimens through our network of dedicated medical couriers. For scheduled laboratory collections, we offer daily rounds with typical collection windows between 9am-11am and 2pm-4pm, tailored to your laboratory’s workflow.
Can you transport blood samples?
Yes, we regularly transport blood samples including venous blood, serum, plasma, and whole blood with appropriate temperature control and UN3373 compliant packaging.
🚨 Recent Delivery: Frozen Research Specimens to Cambridge
The Situation: At 3:42pm on a Friday, a university research laboratory in Edinburgh needed to transport frozen cell culture samples to a partner biotech facility in Cambridge for weekend processing. The samples required continuous -80°C temperature maintenance, and any temperature deviation would compromise months of research work.
Our Response: We collected the samples within 38 minutes using validated dry ice shipping containers with continuous temperature data logging. The research team received real-time GPS tracking and temperature monitoring throughout the 6-hour journey.
The Outcome: Samples arrived at the Cambridge facility at 10:16pm – within required temperature specifications (verified by continuous data logs), with complete chain of custody documentation. The samples remained viable, and weekend processing proceeded as planned.
Why Choose White Atlas Couriers for Biological Samples Transport?
⚡ 60-Minute Collection Nationwide
Same-day collection within 60 minutes across the UK for urgent biological samples, medical equipment, and pharmaceutical deliveries. 24/7 availability for emergency medical courier services.
🇬🇧 Nationwide Healthcare Coverage
Since 2019, serving 50+ healthcare organizations including NHS hospitals, private healthcare providers, research laboratories, and pharmaceutical companies UK-wide. Dedicated vehicles with no depot handling.
🔬 Temperature-Validated Sample Transport
Our medical courier drivers are trained in the compliant handling of biological samples, temperature-sensitive specimens, pharmaceutical products, and medical equipment. UN3373, MHRA, and IATA/ADR compliant transport.
📍 Real-Time GPS Tracking
Monitor your biological samples, specimens, and medical deliveries in real-time with GPS tracking, electronic proof of delivery, and full chain of custody documentation for complete transparency.
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