Bd Specimen Collection & Transport System

SWAB FLOCK MINITIP FLEXIBLE ST100/PK
KIT UNIVERSAL VIRAL TRANSPORT1ML VIAL W/FLEX TIP SWAB 50/PK
SWAB CULTURE AMIES GEL W/OUTCHARCOAL 50/PK
SWAB CULTURE LIQUID SINGLE50/PK
SWAB CULTURE EZ ST SINGLE100/PK
KIT COLLECTION MINITIPFLOCKED SWAB 50/PK
SWAB CULTURE LIQUID DOUBLE50/PK
SWAB CULTURE PLUS AMIES GELW/O CHARCOAL DBL 50/PK
SWAB CULTURE AMIES LIQUIDRAYON SINGLE 50/PK
SWAB CULTURE EZ ST DOUBLE100/PK
VIAL 3ML VIRAL TRANSPORT UNIV50/PK
SWAB MEDIA FREE SINGLE ST100/PK
KIT TRANSPORT VIRAL UNIV 3MLVIAL W/MINI FLOCK SWAB 50/PK
SWAB SINGLE CULTURE CARY-BLAIRAGAR 50/PK
SWAB CULTURE LIQ STUART SFTSNGL 50/PK
KIT COLLECTION ESWAB REG 50/PK
KIT COLLECTION ESWAB MINITIPFLEX 50/PK
KIT UNIVERSAL VIRAL TRANSPORT3ML VIAL W/MINITIP SWAB 50/PK
SWAB NASAL CULTURE 100/PK
SWAB SPECIMEN COLLECTION 6INFLOCK MINITIP ST 100/PK
SWAB FLOCK MINITIP FLEXIBLE ST100/PK
KIT UNIVERSAL VIRAL TRANSPORT1ML VIAL W/FLEX TIP SWAB 50/PK
SWAB CULTURE AMIES GEL W/OUTCHARCOAL 50/PK
SWAB CULTURE LIQUID SINGLE50/PK
SWAB CULTURE EZ ST SINGLE100/PK
KIT COLLECTION MINITIPFLOCKED SWAB 50/PK
SWAB CULTURE LIQUID DOUBLE50/PK
SWAB CULTURE PLUS AMIES GELW/O CHARCOAL DBL 50/PK
SWAB CULTURE AMIES LIQUIDRAYON SINGLE 50/PK
SWAB CULTURE EZ ST DOUBLE100/PK
VIAL 3ML VIRAL TRANSPORT UNIV50/PK
SWAB MEDIA FREE SINGLE ST100/PK
KIT TRANSPORT VIRAL UNIV 3MLVIAL W/MINI FLOCK SWAB 50/PK
SWAB SINGLE CULTURE CARY-BLAIRAGAR 50/PK
SWAB CULTURE LIQ STUART SFTSNGL 50/PK
KIT COLLECTION ESWAB REG 50/PK
KIT COLLECTION ESWAB MINITIPFLEX 50/PK
KIT UNIVERSAL VIRAL TRANSPORT3ML VIAL W/MINITIP SWAB 50/PK
SWAB NASAL CULTURE 100/PK
SWAB SPECIMEN COLLECTION 6INFLOCK MINITIP ST 100/PK
Key Features
  • SKU: BDM-220115
  • Condition:
    Condition: Factory New
  • Weight: 1.65 lb
  • Flexible Minitip Flocked Swab, 100/pk (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval)
  • This item is non-returnable

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  • MPN: 220115
  • Phone: (877) 232-8995
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Description

Bd Specimen Collection & Transport System. Products used for the collection and transport of specimens to the laboratory for recovery of organisms present in the specimens.
SKU MPN OPTION DESCRIPTION EST. TO SHIP
BDM-220115 220115 CultureSwab, Media-Free, Single Swabs, Sterile, 100/pk CultureSwab, Media-Free, Single Swabs, Sterile, 100/pk (Temp Sensitive; Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-5 Business Days
BDM-220116 220116 CultureSwab Plus Amies Gel w/out Charcoal, Single Swabs, 50/pk CultureSwab Plus Amies Gel w/out Charcoal, Single Swabs, 50/pk (Temp Sensitive; Short-Dated, Minimum Expiry Lead is 60 days; Non-cancellable; Non-returnable; Non-refundable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-5 Business Days
BDM-220121 220121 CultureSwab Plus Amies Gel with Charcoal, Single Swabs, 50/pk CultureSwab Plus Amies Gel with Charcoal, Single Swabs, 50/pk (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 4-5 Weeks
BDM-220235 220235 CultureSwab MaxV(+) Amies Gel without Charcoal, Single Swab, 50/pk CultureSwab MaxV(+) Amies Gel without Charcoal, Single Swab, 50/pk (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 4-5 Weeks
BDM-220093 220093 CultureSwab Amies Liquid, Rayon, Single Swabs, 50/pk CultureSwab Amies Liquid, Rayon, Single Swabs, 50/pk (Temp Sensitive; Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-5 Business Days
BDM-220099 220099 CultureSwab Liquid Stuart, Single Swabs, 50/pk CultureSwab Liquid Stuart, Single Swabs, 50/pk (Temp Sensitive; Short-Dated, Minimum Expiry Lead is 60 days; Non-cancellable; Non-returnable; Non-refundable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-5 Business Days
BDM-220146 220146 BBL CultureSwab Liquid Amies, Polyester, Single Swabs, 50/pk BBL CultureSwab Liquid Amies, Polyester, Single Swabs, 50/pk (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 4-5 Weeks
BDM-220097 220097 CultureSwab Cary-Blair Agar, Single Swab, 50/pk CultureSwab Cary-Blair Agar, Single Swab, 50/pk (Temp Sensitive; Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-4 Weeks
BDM-220117 220117 BD CultureSwab Plus Amies Gel without Charcoal, Double Swab, 50/pk BD CultureSwab Plus Amies Gel without Charcoal, Double Swab, 50/pk (Temp Sensitive; Short-Dated, Minimum Expiry Lead is 60 days; Non-cancellable; Non-returnable; Non-refundable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-5 Business Days
BDM-220109 220109 CultureSwab Liquid Stuart, Double Swabs, 50/pk CultureSwab Liquid Stuart, Double Swabs, 50/pk (Temp Sensitive; Short-Dated, Minimum Expiry Lead is 60 days; Non-cancellable; Non-returnable; Non-refundable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-5 Business Days
BDM-220122 220122 BBL CultureSwab Plus Specimen Collection and Transport System, 5 1/4" Length, Sterile, 50/pk BBL CultureSwab Plus Specimen Collection and Transport System, 5 1/4" Length, Sterile, 50/pk (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 4-5 Weeks
BDM-220234 220234 CultureSwab MaxV Liquid Stuart Double Swab, 50/pk CultureSwab MaxV Liquid Stuart Double Swab, 50/pk (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 4-5 Weeks
BDM-220245 220245 Eswab Regular Collection Kit, Includes: White Polypropylene Screw-Cap Tube Filled with 1ml of Liquid Amies Medium and (1) Regular Size Flocked Applicator Swab, 50/pk Eswab Regular Collection Kit, Includes: White Polypropylene Screw-Cap Tube Filled with 1ml of Liquid Amies Medium and (1) Regular Size Flocked Applicator Swab, 50/pk (Temp Sensitive; Short-Dated, Minimum Expiry Lead is 60 days; Non-cancellable; Non-returnable; Non-refundable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-5 Business Days
BDM-220129 220129 CultureSwab Liquid Amies, Regular Aluminum Wire, Single Swabs, 50/pk CultureSwab Liquid Amies, Regular Aluminum Wire, Single Swabs, 50/pk (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 4-5 Weeks
BDM-220132 220132 CultureSwab Liquid Stuart Regular Aluminum Wire, 50/pk CultureSwab Liquid Stuart Regular Aluminum Wire, 50/pk (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 4-5 Weeks
BDM-220144 220144 CultureSwab EZ Sterile Swab, Single, 100/pk CultureSwab EZ Sterile Swab, Single, 100/pk (Temp Sensitive; Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-5 Business Days
BDM-220532 220532 Eswab Flexible MiniTip Collection Kit Eswab Flexible MiniTip Collection Kit, Includes: Blue Polypropylene Screw-Cap Tube Filled with 1ml of Liquid Amies Medium and (1) Flexible Minitip Flocked Applicator Swab, 50/pk (Short-Dated, 90 Days; Non-Refundable; Non-Returnable; Non-Cancellable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 4-5 Weeks
BDM-220246 220246 ESwab Collection Kit, Minitip Flocked Swab, 50/pk ESwab Collection Kit, Minitip Flocked Swab, 50/pk (Temp Sensitive; Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-4 Weeks
BDM-220145 220145 BBL CultureSwab EZ II Double Swab Format, 100/pk BBL CultureSwab EZ II Double Swab Format, 100/pk (Temp Sensitive; Short-Dated, Minimum Expiry Lead is 60 days; Non-cancellable; Non-returnable; Non-refundable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-4 Weeks
BDM-220131 220131 CultureSwab Liquid Amies, Flexible Aluminum Wire, Single Swabs, 50/pk CultureSwab Liquid Amies, Flexible Aluminum Wire, Single Swabs, 50/pk (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 4-5 Weeks
BDM-220130 220130 CultureSwab Liquid Amies, Soft Aluminum Wire, Single Swabs, 50/pk CultureSwab Liquid Amies, Soft Aluminum Wire, Single Swabs, 50/pk (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 4-5 Weeks
BDM-220258 220258 FecalSwab Collection Tube, 2 ml, Cary-Blair Medium, Screw Cap, (1) Regular Flocked Swab, 50/pk FecalSwab Collection Tube, 2 ml, Cary-Blair Medium, Screw Cap, (1) Regular Flocked Swab, 50/pk (Temp Sensitive; Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-4 Weeks
BDM-220134 220134 CultureSwab Liquid Stuart, Flexible Aluminum Wire, 50/pk CultureSwab Liquid Stuart, Flexible Aluminum Wire, 50/pk (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 4-5 Weeks
BDM-220133 220133 CultureSwab Liquid Stuart, Soft Aluminum Wire, Single Swabs, 50/pk CultureSwab Liquid Stuart, Soft Aluminum Wire, Single Swabs, 50/pk (Temp Sensitive; Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-4 Weeks
BDM-220252 220252 Flexible Minitip Flocked Swab, 100/pk Flexible Minitip Flocked Swab, 100/pk (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 1-2 Weeks
BDM-220126 220126 CultureSwab Plus Amies Gel w/out Charcoal Flexible Twisted Wire, 50/pk CultureSwab Plus Amies Gel w/out Charcoal Flexible Twisted Wire, 50/pk (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 4-5 Weeks
BDM-220220 220220 Universal Viral Transport, 3 ml Vial, 50/pk Universal Viral Transport, 3 ml Vial, 50/pk (Temp Sensitive; Short-Dated; Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-5 Business Days
BDM-220250 220250 Nasal Culture Swabs, 100/pk Nasal Culture Swabs, 100/pk (Temp Sensitive; Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-4 Weeks
BDM-220251 220251 Specimen Collection Swab, 6", Flock, Minitip, Sterile, 100/pk Specimen Collection Swab, 6", Flock, Minitip, Sterile, 100/pk (Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 4-5 Weeks
BDM-220529 220529 Universal Viral Transport Kit Includes: 3mL Vial with Minitip Flocked Swab, 50/pk Universal Viral Transport Kit Includes: 3mL Vial with Minitip Flocked Swab, 50/pk (Temp Sensitive; Short-Dated, Minimum Expiry Lead is 60 days; Non-cancellable; Non-returnable; Non-refundable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-4 Weeks
BDM-220531 220531 Universal Viral Transport Kit Includes: 3mL Vial with Flexible Minitip Flocked Swab, 50/pk Universal Viral Transport Kit Includes: 3mL Vial with Flexible Minitip Flocked Swab, 50/pk (Temp Sensitive; Short-Dated, Minimum Expiry Lead is 60 days; Non-cancellable; Non-returnable; Non-refundable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-5 Business Days
BDM-220526 220526 Universal Viral Transport Kit Includes: 1mL Vial with Flexible Minitip Flocked Swab, 50/pk Universal Viral Transport Kit Includes: 1mL Vial with Flexible Minitip Flocked Swab, 50/pk (Minimum Expiry Lead is 90 days) (Temp Sensitive; Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-5 Business Days
BDM-441362 441362 Urine Preservative Transport Kit with ProbeTec Vial, 100/pk Urine Preservative Transport Kit with ProbeTec Vial, 100/pk (Temp Sensitive; Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-4 Weeks
BDM-441357 441357 Female Endocervical Specimen Collection Kit with ProbeTec TransportTube, 100/pk Female Endocervical Specimen Collection Kit with ProbeTec TransportTube, 100/pk (Temp Sensitive; Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only) (Drop Ship Requires Pre-Approval) 3-4 Weeks

Frequently asked questions

Are these specimen collection systems reliably sterile?

Yes, maintaining sterility is critical for diagnostic accuracy, and the BD Specimen Collection & Transport System line includes a comprehensive range of sterile products.

This guarantees the integrity of the biological sample required for accurate organism recovery and laboratory analysis.

Key Quality Features

  • Sterile Design: The product family, including various CultureSwabs and specialized kits (like Eswab and Viral Transport systems), is designed to be sterile, meeting strict clinical requirements.
  • Factory New Condition: All systems are provided in Factory New condition, ensuring maximum reliability and component integrity.
  • Trusted Manufacturer: These systems are manufactured by BD, a recognized name in the medical industry, known for quality specimen handling products.
What is the intended use of the BD Specimen Collection & Transport System?

The BD Specimen Collection & Transport System is designed for the collection and transportation of specimens to the laboratory for organism recovery. It ensures the integrity of samples during transit for accurate analysis.

What components are included in the transport system?

The specific components of the BD Specimen Collection & Transport System vary based on the chosen configuration, but they are all designed for sterile collection and secure transport of biological specimens. Kits typically include the following:

  • Collection Swabs: These are available in various types, including Polyester, Rayon, and specialized Flocked swabs (regular and minitip). The shafts may feature flexible/soft aluminum wire or twisted wire, optimized for different anatomical collection sites.
  • Transport Tube or Vial: Secure, leak-resistant polypropylene containers designed to maintain sample integrity during transit.
  • Transport Media: A crucial component, the medium is pre-filled to ensure the viability and recovery of target organisms. Available media types include:
    • Amies Gel or Liquid (some variants include charcoal)
    • Stuart Liquid
    • Cary-Blair Agar
    • Universal Viral Transport Medium (UVT)
    • Urine Preservative
    • Media-Free (for specific requirements)

These systems are commonly packaged in quantities of 50/pk and 100/pk.

Does the system support various specimen types?

Yes, the BD Specimen Collection & Transport System is a comprehensive product line offering 34 distinct configurations specifically designed for the sterile collection and safe transport of diverse biological specimens intended for laboratory analysis and organism recovery.

This versatility is achieved through a combination of specialized media and collection components:

  • Diverse Transport Media: The system offers options including Media-Free kits, Amies Gel/Liquid (some with charcoal), Liquid Stuart, Cary-Blair Agar, Universal Viral Transport Medium (UVT), and Urine Preservatives to maintain viability for different types of microorganisms (bacterial, viral).
  • Specialized Collection Kits: Dedicated configurations are available for specific requirements, such as Urine Preservative Vials and specialized Endocervical Kits.
  • Optimized Swabs: Swabs utilize various tip materials like Polyester, Rayon, or Flocked tips, combined with flexible or twisted wire shafts, optimizing them for collecting samples from different anatomical sites.
What does 'media-free' mean in the context of this collection system?

The term ‘media-free’ indicates that the swab and transport system do not contain any growth media. This is beneficial in certain applications where specific organisms need to be identified without the influence of a transport medium.

Do these collection systems require special storage?

Yes, specific storage guidelines are essential, as many configurations within this product line are designated as temperature-sensitive.

Special handling is required to maintain the integrity of the transport medium and ensure the viability of the collected biological specimens for accurate laboratory testing.

Key storage considerations include:

  • Media Type: Variants that include specialized transport media, such as Amies Gel, Stuart Liquid, Cary-Blair Agar, or Universal Viral Transport Medium (UVT), often have strict temperature requirements.
  • Integrity: Proper storage maximizes product shelf life and ensures the media remains functional.

Always consult the specific product packaging for detailed handling and temperature instructions relevant to your chosen configuration.

Are the collection components guaranteed sterile?

Yes, all components of the BD Specimen Collection & Transport System, including the swabs and transport media vials, are supplied sterile.

This is a critical feature engineered to prevent contamination and ensure the integrity and viability of the collected microbiological specimen for accurate laboratory analysis.

How does the system maintain specimen viability?

The BD Specimen Collection & Transport System is specifically engineered to optimize organism viability and maintain specimen integrity, ensuring successful recovery in the laboratory. This integrity is ensured through several critical components:

  • Diverse Transport Media: A wide array of specialized media is available to suit different specimen needs, maintaining viability for aerobic, anaerobic, and viral organisms. Options include:
    • Amies Gel (with or without Charcoal)
    • Liquid Amies and Liquid Stuart
    • Cary-Blair Agar
    • Universal Viral Transport (UVT) systems
  • Sterile and Secure Containment: Specimens are collected in sterile, secure containers such as Polypropylene Screw-Cap Tubes (available in various vial sizes, including 1ml, 2ml, and 3ml) to prevent contamination and leakage during transit.
  • Optimized Collection Components: The system includes various specialized swab types (e.g., Rayon, Polyester, Flocked Applicator Swabs, Flexible Minitip Swabs) designed for effective, site-specific collection, maximizing initial sample quality.
Where is this specimen collection system typically used?

The BD Specimen Collection & Transport System is designed for professional use in environments focused on clinical diagnostics and microbiology, ensuring sample integrity from collection to analysis.

Key areas of utilization include:

  • Clinical Laboratories: For processing and recovering organisms from collected specimens.
  • Hospitals and Clinics: Used by healthcare professionals for the sterile collection of biological samples.

This system is essential for infectious disease testing and general diagnostic sample handling, supporting the collection and safe transport of diverse specimens, including bacterial, viral, urine, and fecal samples.

Is the specimen collection system factory new?

Yes, all configurations of the BD Specimen Collection & Transport System are supplied in factory new condition. This is essential to ensure the sterility and integrity required for critical diagnostic use in the safe collection and transport of patient specimens.