scope:

This Standard applies to packages for transport of medical and biological specimens, provided that - the nominal volume of the specimen container(s) does not exceed 100 ml; - in the case of multiple specimens, the total volume of specimens in the protecting container does not exceed 500 ml; - no infectious substances are present in the specimen or a relatively low problability exists that infectious substances are present, e.g. medical and biological specimens to undergo routine screening tests or for the purpose of initial diagnosis. The standard does not apply to packages for transport of disinfected microscopic slides or sterilized specimens for pathological examinations.