Polystyrene (breakpoint at 45mm) shaft culture swab with viscose tip.
- Supplied in peel pouch
- For patient use
- Recommended for: Chlamydia collection and surface wounds
- Ideal for: vaginal samples
- Sterilisation method: gamma irradiation to achieve a SAL of 10-6
- Applicable standards: CE marked: In vitro diagnostic medical device
- Known limitations:
- Do not reuse: single use device that is not suitable for re-work or reuse
- Certain viruses and microorganisms have reduced viability on dry swabs so immediate transfer or pre-moisten with 1 to 2 drops of sterile saline after sampling is permitted (if lack of exudates) when transport is necessary to prevent cell stress or no recovery
- Unsuitable for certain sample areas (body cavities, twists, bends or where poor visibility is experienced) due to the inclusion of a breakpoint
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