GB/T 38735-2020 in English
VALIDCollection and processing of human urine biomaterial
- Issued on:2020-04-28
- Implemented on:2020-11-01
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《GB/T 38735-2020人类尿液样本采集与处理》由TC559(全国生物样本标准化技术委员会)归口,主管部门为国家标准化管理委员会。
Introduction
Core Value and Technological Evolution of the Standard
As my country's first national standard for urine biological sample collection, this standard fills the gap in the standardized management of urine samples for scientific research. Compared with clinical laboratory standards such as WS/T 348-2011, its innovation is reflected in:
| Comparison dimensions | GB/T 38735-2020 | Traditional clinical standards |
|---|---|---|
| Scope of application | Scientific research + clinical dual application | Clinical laboratory only |
| Sample type | 7 categories of full process specifications | 3-4 basic types |
| Quality control | Including nucleic acid/protein protection solutions | Conventional preservation only |
Detailed explanation of key operating specifications
1. Sample container selection
The standard puts forward strict requirements for urine retention containers and dispensing containers:
- Material safety: Inert and environmentally friendly materials must be used to avoid interference of dissolved substances with omics analysis
- Special design: The volume of the timed urine container must be ≥4L, and a special sterile container is required for bacterial culture
- Low temperature adaptability: The label material must withstand -196℃ liquid nitrogen environment
2. Key points for special sample collection
Case: Timed urine collection for children
A pediatric research project in a tertiary hospital requires the collection of 24h urine samples. Implementation points:
- Use polyethylene collection bags to replace traditional containers
- Use dual identification system (QR code + RFID)
- Strictly record the urination time window (±5min error)
Implementation suggestions and common problems
| Implementation links | Recommended plan | Common errors |
|---|---|---|
| Informed consent | Adopt a graded notification system | No permission for secondary use of samples |
| Sample repackaging | Freeze and store in 0.5ml aliquots | Freezing and thawing of the whole tube leads to repeated freezing and thawing |
| Quality Control | Establish Sample Acceptance and Rejection Standards | Ignore transportation temperature records |
Technology Development Outlook
With the advancement of single-cell sequencing technology, the standards need to be supplemented in the future:
- Standardized process for urine exosome isolation
- Specialized non-contamination collection solution for microbiome research
- Intelligent sample information management system interface specification

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