The shipment of clinical specimens and cultures of microorganisms is governed by a complex set of national and international guidelines issued by
A) The Department of Transportation (DOT) and the U.S. Postal Service.
B) The Department of Agriculture and the United Parcel Service.
C) The Department of Energy and Federal Express.
D) The Department of Defense and Homeland Security.

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The Department of Transportation (DOT) and the U.S. Postal Service have specific regulations for shipping clinical specimens and cultures of microorganisms to ensure the safety of the specimens, handlers, and general public. These regulations include packaging and labeling requirements, as well as guidelines for handling potentially hazardous materials. The other options listed do not have specific guidelines related to clinical specimen shipping.

The Shipment of Clinical Specimens and Cultures of Microorganisms Is