Specimen Delivery

Courier Express has been serving the medical community since 1985, and we understand the critical importance surrounding medical specimen essential deliveries. Our knowledgeable medical drivers practice proper specimen handling procedures, such as temperature control, record keeping, and universal precautions. We are committed to the highest quality of service with strict adherence to all regulatory requirements. Our drivers utilize medical transport bags, which meet OSHA and US DOT 49CFR 173.6 criteria for shipping diagnostic specimens and biological products by ground courier transport.

Courier Express drivers know the importance of maintaining various specimen temperatures and carry dry ice seven days a week, 365 days a year for frozen specimen transport. We ensure that HIPAA secure chain-of-custody procedures are followed and patient confidentiality is protected. Keeping public safety as a top priority, all medical courier drivers carry biohazard spill kits. With our extensive experience, we can ensure that each medical specimen is handled with the highest standards, delivered on time and with a sense of urgency.

Our medical courier program encompasses a wide range of service areas:

  • Emergency, STAT and routine delivery service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

  • Diagnostic and infectious medical specimens

  • Organ and tissue transplants

  • Hospital and laboratory scheduled routing

  • Blood products

  • On-site specimen pack and ship

CX courier with medical specimen delivery scanning lock box

CX Courier with medical specimen delivery scanning lock box