Recording a storage location
Transferring a specimen
Containers
Containers refer to the storage structures for specimens. Container types include freezers, liquid nitrogen tanks, lab shelves, etc.
When a container is created, the dimensions should be added. From each section in the container map, you may assign specimens and/or boxes.
How to Create a Container
In the left navigation menu, select “Containers”.
In this page, enter the container details. For “Type”, you may select one of the pre-created types commonly used. When complete, select “Create”.
You will see a map of the container once it has been created. In each space, you may designate another container, such as a rack, shelf, or box, by clicking on the “+” in the desired space.
Enter the details for each secondary container. In this example, this container is a “Rack” which does not store specimens, and will store “Boxes”. When finished, click “Create”.
You will be brought to the first container map again, where you will see your new secondary container added.
You may add as many organizational containers as necessary to map your specimen storage (i.e. racks, drawers, shelves, tower, etc.).
How to Create a Box
From the desired container space, select the “+” to add another container.
In this example, I have 5 positions available in Rack 1, so I will create 5 containers. Enter the container details and types per your storage needs. Click “Next”.
The site, parent container, number, and name will be filled out automatically. Click “Create”.
You will be brought to the map of the previous secondary storage container to see your newly created box(es).
