HydraFlock Nasopharyngeal Collection Swab 6” Mini-tip Flock Swab w/Polystyrene Handle, Sterile 50/Box

The HydraFlock Nasopharyngeal Collection Swab is designed for superior specimen collection in diagnostic testing. Featuring patented multi-length fibers, the swab ensures efficient collection and complete release of samples, enhancing test accuracy. Ideal for collecting respiratory specimens from the nasopharynx, it minimizes patient discomfort while maximizing the retrieval of cells, bacteria, or viruses. This swab is commonly used in testing for respiratory infections, such as COVID-19 and influenza, ensuring high-quality samples for reliable laboratory analysis and accurate patient diagnosis.

Enhance the efficiency and accuracy of nasopharyngeal specimen collection with the HydraFlock Nasopharyngeal Collection Swab by Puritan Medical. Renowned for its innovative design and superior sample collection capabilities, this swab is essential for healthcare professionals conducting diagnostic testing. The HydraFlock swab features a mini-tip flock design for advanced collection efficiency, combined with a durable polystyrene handle that ensures ease of use and precise sample handling. Available in a sterile box of 50, this USA-made product sets the standard for reliability and performance in medical settings.

Product Details and Features:

• HydraFlock Technology: Engineered with exclusive HydraFlock technology, the mini-tip swab provides unparalleled specimen collection by capturing and releasing more specimens, ensuring high-quality sample retrieval for accurate diagnostic testing.
  
• Mini-tip Flock Design: The 6-inch swab is equipped with a mini-tip flocked brush, specifically designed for optimal nasopharyngeal sample collection, making it particularly effective for viral and bacterial detection and analysis.
  
• Polystyrene Handle: A robust polystyrene handle is incorporated to maintain structural integrity during sampling, offering healthcare professionals superior control and maneuverability when accessing challenging anatomical sites.
  
• Sterilized Packaging: Each swab is individually packaged and sterilized, ensuring excellent sterility and minimizing contamination risks to maintain sample integrity from collection to testing.
  
• Versatile Clinical Use: Ideal for various branches of medical diagnostics, especially for collecting specimens needed in testing for respiratory diseases such as influenza, RSV, and COVID-19.

Mechanism of Action:

The HydraFlock Nasopharyngeal Collection Swab operates by leveraging its unique flocked mini-tip, designed to efficiently collect and release cellular and fluid samples from the nasopharynx. The innovative flocking technology increases the surface area available for sample adherence, optimizing the collection and improving assay sensitivity and accuracy. The polystyrene handle provides ergonomic support that enhances precision through careful anatomical navigation, ensuring that samples are not contaminated or live cultures are not destroyed during the transition from patient to testing vial.

Warnings:

• Single-Use Only: Intended strictly for single-use to prevent risk of cross-contamination or potential compromise of sample integrity. Reusing swabs may result in inaccurate test outcomes.
  
• Professional Use Required: The device is to be used by trained healthcare professionals to ensure safe and efficient collection procedures with minimal discomfort to patients.
  
• Proper Disposal: After use, discard in accordance with local biohazard waste disposal regulations to ensure environmental safety and compliance with health and safety protocols.

Specifications:

• Rapid diagnostics testing
  
• Specimen collection
  
• Forensic evidence collection
  
• Item# 80mm breakpoint: 25-3316-H EMB 79.55MM
  
• Made in USA
  
• Brand: HydraFlock
  
• Overall Length: 6.04" (153.4 mm)
  
• Handle: Polystyrene
  
• Tip: Mini-tip
  
• Tip Material: Flock
  
• Sterile: Sterile

The HydraFlock Nasopharyngeal Collection Swab from Puritan Medical signifies excellence and innovation in specimen collection technology, trusted by medical professionals for delivering quality results with every use. Ensure superior sample collection and diagnostic precision with this high-performance, reliable swab designed for modern healthcare challenges.