The receiptNotes field on a ChainOfCustody captures anything the lab noted at receipt that does not fit into the structured receiptCondition or coolerTempC fields. Examples include observations like "one bottle label damaged but readable," "ice melted but temperature within range," or "seal intact but outer box dented." These notes become part of the data qualifier record and are referenced when clients or regulators question sample integrity. Always transcribe lab receipt notes into this field promptly after receipt confirmation arrives.
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