To ensure sample quality, follow these guidelines:
1. Standardized Protocols: Use standardized protocols for sample collection, storage, and transportation. 2. Proper Training: Ensure that all personnel involved are properly trained in neonatal sample collection and handling. 3. Quality Control Checks: Implement regular quality control checks to monitor the condition of the samples. 4. Adequate Labeling: Properly label all samples with relevant information to avoid mix-ups and ensure traceability. 5. Timely Processing: Process samples as quickly as possible to prevent degradation.