A clear journey from sample to understanding.
A focused examination connects the specimen, the purpose and the expected output from the very beginning.
Seven steps. One clear purpose.
The practical technical steps differ by material and the requested scope. Good preparation makes each stage more focused.
Enquire
Describe your material and what you need to know.
Prepare
Gather specimen details, relevant documents and questions.
Submit
Arrange reception and an identifiable sample record.
Examine
Select an assessment suitable for the question.
Review
Relate observations and measurements to the specimen.
Report
Communicate findings in a useful and traceable format.
Complete
Address follow-up questions and agreed sample release.
Prepare the context as well as the sample.
Start by recording the material type, count or approximate weight, available background documents and the decision the result should help support.
Agree on a receiving method before dispatching any valuable, hazardous, fragile or restricted material. Keep each specimen separately identified and protected.
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