Logistics and shipping companies go the extra mile to deliver each product to its destination quickly and safely. For businesses and their customers, it’s just as important to transport a package intact and undamaged as it is to transport it on time. And for certain types of shipments, it’s necessary to choose temperature-controlled transportation to prevent spoilage or degradation. Some of the most common products that must be delivered in temperature-controlled shipments include pharmaceuticals, test samples and specimens, and perishable consumables.
Pharmaceuticals
Temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals must be very carefully stored and transported to avoid degrading the integrity of the medication. If these pharmaceuticals are exposed to temperatures outside the range that is ideal for them, the drugs may lose their potency and effectiveness. In the worst-case scenario, compromised medications may even develop toxicity and lead to adverse reactions or the death.
Test Samples and Specimens
One of the most challenging aspects of bioanalysis is test sample management, which includes the careful regulation of the temperature of the specimen. Every medical specimen must be carefully documented through the chain of custody. Ideally, this documentation will reflect the maintenance of a temperature within the range indicated by the testing criteria. Specimens that are beyond the specified temperature range may be compromised, which may lead to errors in testing and diagnostics.
Perishable Consumables
Beyond the medical field, there are other situations in which temperature-controlled delivery is a must. Every day, freight carriers across the country ship tons of perishable goods destined for supermarkets and big box stores. Perishable consumer goods must be kept refrigerated or frozen at set temperature ranges to avoid spoilage. Otherwise, consumers are at risk of food poisoning, and stores are at risk of liability issues and financial losses.
Hospitals, labs, medical centers, and more trust the temperature-controlled shipping from Xcel Delivery Services. Our lab courier services include one-time shipments and regularly scheduled deliveries for your convenience. Call our office in Tucson, AZ at (520) 355-4897, and ask us about our light-controlled delivery services.
