BD ESwab Specimen Collection and Transport System Sterile
The BD ESwab Specimen Collection and Transport System features a sterile, flocked swab tip with Liquid Amies Medium, designed for efficient collection and transport of clinical specimens. It ensures optimal sample preservation for accurate microbiological analysis by providing a consistent specimen release and maintaining organism viability. Used extensively in bacterial cultures, this system supports diagnosis by facilitating the recovery of aerobic and anaerobic organisms. Its versatile design accommodates various sample sites, enhancing diagnostic reliability in clinical laboratories.
Introducing the BD ESwab™ Specimen Collection and Transport System (#220245), a revolutionary solution designed to enhance the efficiency and reliability of microbial specimen collection and transport. This advanced system combines a sterile, flocked swab tip with the innovative Liquid Amies Medium, ensuring superior viability of collected samples. Ideal for clinical laboratories, hospitals, and diagnostic facilities, the BD ESwab™ System provides unparalleled versatility and compatibility with modern automated liquid specimen handling systems.
Product Features and Benefits:
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Sterile Flocked Swab Tip: The cutting-edge flocked swab ensures superior sample uptake and release, maximizing the number of viable microorganisms collected for analysis. The soft, flexible swab is designed for patient comfort during specimen collection.
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Liquid Amies Medium (1 mL): Proprietary medium maintains sample integrity and viability for aerobic, anaerobic, and fastidious bacteria during transport and storage. This feature enhances the accuracy and reliability of subsequent microbial analyses.
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Versatile Sample Suspension: Provides 1 mL of sample suspension, perfectly suited for Gram stains and a variety of culture analyses. This flexibility makes it an indispensable tool for diverse testing requirements in clinical microbiology.
- Automated System Compatible: Engineered to seamlessly integrate with automated liquid specimen handling platforms, optimizing laboratory workflow and reducing manual handling, errors, and contamination risks.
Usage:
Broad Application: Ideal for use in diagnostic laboratories, hospitals, and clinics for the collection of specimens in a wide range of microbiological analyses, including aerobic, anaerobic, and fastidious bacterial cultures.
Simple Collection Procedure: Collect the specimen using the flocked swab, break the swab into the transport tube containing the Liquid Amies Medium, and cap securely for transport to the laboratory.
Quality Assurance:
- Reliable Performance: Produced by BD, a global leader in laboratory solutions, the ESwab™ collection kit upholds the highest quality standards in specimen collection, transport, and analysis.
- Validated and Trusted: Extensively tested and validated for consistent performance in varied testing environments, ensuring reliable diagnostic outcomes.
Important Considerations:
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Storage: Store at room temperature before use to maintain the efficacy of the swab and medium.
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Shelf Life: Ensure usage before the expiration date for optimal results.
- Training: Proper training in specimen collection techniques is recommended for best results and patient safety.
Disclaimer:
The BD ESwab™ Specimen Collection and Transport System is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals. Users should follow local guidelines and protocols for specimen collection, transport, and analysis to ensure the reliability of diagnostic results and adherence to clinical standards.