Which statement about Exempt patient specimen packaging tests is true?

• A. 1.2 m drop test is required
• B. 9 m drop test is required
• C. Stacking test is required
• D. Packaging tests are not required for Exempt patient specimen packages

Answer: (D)

Exempt patient specimen shipments aren’t subject to the UN packaging performance tests. These items are treated as low risk in the regulatory framework, so the standard drop tests (such as 1.2 m or 9 m) and the stacking test required for more hazardous packaging don’t apply to them. What is required is basic, correct packaging that prevents leakage and protects the contents, along with proper labeling and documentation. So the statement that packaging tests are not required for Exempt patient specimen packages is the true one. The other tests exist for more regulated or hazardous shipments, which is why they don’t fit exempt shipments.