Cold Chain Management in Laboratory Settings

Cold chain management is critical in laboratory environments where samples, reagents, and vaccines must be stored at specific temperatures to maintain their integrity and efficacy.

Temperature Ranges and Applications

Refrigerated Storage (2-8°C)

• Reagents and diagnostic kits
• Blood products and clinical samples
• Culture media
• Vaccines and biologics

Frozen Storage (-20°C)

• Enzymes and proteins
• Serum samples
• Some molecular biology reagents

Ultra-Low Temperature (-80°C)

• Long-term cell storage
• RNA and sensitive biomolecules
• Tissue samples
• Certain vaccines

Best Practices

1. Temperature Monitoring: Use continuous monitoring systems with alerts
2. Equipment Maintenance: Regular servicing and calibration
3. Backup Systems: Have contingency plans for equipment failure
4. Documentation: Maintain temperature logs and records
5. Staff Training: Ensure all personnel understand cold chain protocols

Our Solutions

Science Logistics Limited offers a range of cold storage solutions including:

• Medical refrigerators and freezers
• Ultra-low temperature freezers (-86°C)
• Temperature monitoring systems
• Cold chain transport solutions

Contact us for expert advice on cold chain equipment for your laboratory.