Division 1.6 Labelling of the procured tissues/cells

At the time of procurement, every package containing tissues and cells must be labelled. The primary tissue/cell container must indicate the donation identification or code and the type of tissues and cells. Where the size of the package permits, the following information must also be provided:

1. (a)

   date (and time where possible) of donation;

2. (b)

   hazard warnings;

3. (c)

   nature of any additives (if used);

4. (d)

   in the case of autologous donations, the label must state ‘for autologous use only’;

5. (e)

   in the case of directed donations, the label must identify the intended recipient.

If any of the information under points (a) to (e) above cannot be included on the primary package label, it must be provided on a separate sheet accompanying the primary package.