How a biological examination is conducted
Enquiry, agreement on objects and questions, examination and delivery of the result.
Work stages
- Enquiry
Describe the task and attach only the necessary photographs and documents. Agree the transfer of the physical object in advance.
- Feasibility assessment
The subject, state of preservation, provenance of the samples and scope of the proposed examination are clarified.
- Questions
Questions are formulated that can be answered from the submitted objects within the limits of specialist knowledge.
- Invoice-Order
The cost, timeframes, result and procedures for transferring and returning materials are agreed.
- Transfer of objects
Physical objects are accepted with a record of their contents, condition, packaging and storage conditions.
- Examination
The agreed methods are used; actions that alter the object require the stipulated agreement.
- Result
The opinion, review or consultation is delivered by the agreed method — electronically or on paper.
- Return and completion
The return of originals and physical samples is documented under the terms of the Order Invoice.
Discuss a biological examination
Describe the task and questions that need to be answered. Provide contact details for a reply; the terms of the particular service are agreed separately.