SALIVA
1. Using a regular cotton swab (sterile/nonsterile), gently swab the gums and mouth area for approximately one (1) minute.
2. Place the swab into a plastic tube containing approximately 1 cc (1 mL) saline (sterile/non-sterile).
3. Swirl the swab in the saline for about three (3) minutes.
4. Cap the tube and send via regular mail or other carrier.

Samples may be stored refrigerated for up to one week before shipment.

BLOOD

1. Disinfect a set of toenail clippers using a parvocide.
2. Carefully clip in the "pink" region of the nail.
3. Hold a heparinized capillary tube to the clipped toenail and fill at least 1/2 of the tube with blood.
4. Seal one end of the tube with sealing clay.
5. Send via regular mail or other carrier.

Vacutainers for serum and/or plasma (EDTA, Citrate or Heparin) are also acceptable.

Samples may be stored refrigerated for up to three days before shipment.