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Description

  • Sample collection pack containing: Polypropylene screw-cap tube with internal conical shape, filled with 1 mL of liquid amies medium, one minitip Nylon flocked swab
  • Multipurpose collection and transport system - ESwab is the only universal liquid-based, multipurpose, open platform collection and preservation system that maintains viability of aerobic, anaerobic and fastidious bacteria for up to 48 hours at refrigerator and room temperature
  • Sampling sites - nose, throat, vagina and wounds
  • Suitable for automation - the only liquid transport swab system that allows for automated specimen processing
  • Multiple tests from one sample - the flocked swab elutes the entire sample upon contact with 1 mL liquid Amies preservation medium, identical aliquots of liquid sample suspension allow for multiple tests from the same specimen
  • Consistent gram stains - the entire specimen elutes from the flocked swab creating a homogeneous suspension for a more precise and even smear
  • Product tested and validated in full compliance with CLSI M40-A: Quality control of microbiological transport system standard, including neisseria gonorrhoeae survival at 24 hours
  • With regular swab and capture cap

Product Specs

Item Number 1118858
Catalog Number 480C
UOM CS
Level 1 Family Description Lab-Non-Waived Lab
Level 2 Category Description Lab-Microbiology
Level 3 Group Description Microbiology Reagents
Level 4 Sub-Category Description Microbiology Reagents
Additive Liquid Amies Medium Additive
Application Specimen Collection and Transport System
Brand ESwab
Buy American Act (BAA) Compliant No
Closure Type Screw Cap
Color Translucent with White Cap
Country of Origin Italy
Length 80 mm Breakpoint from Tip End
Manufacturer Beckman Coulter
Manufacturer # 480C
Material Plastic Shaft / Nylon Swab
McKesson # 1263908
Sterility Sterile
Tip Type Flocked Swab Tip
Trade Agreement Act (TAA) Compliant No
UNSPSC Code 41104116
Volume 1 mL

Frequently asked questions

Does this system maintain sample viability for long periods?
<p>Yes, the ESwab system is highly effective at maintaining viability. It preserves <strong>aerobic, anaerobic, and fastidious bacteria</strong> for up to 48 hours at both room and refrigerated temperatures.</p>
Is the swab design optimized for maximum sample recovery?
<p>Absolutely. The <strong>Nylon flocked swab</strong> tip is engineered to ensure the entire specimen elutes into the liquid medium, resulting in a <strong>homogeneous suspension</strong> that provides consistent and reliable diagnostic results.</p>
Can this be used for automated lab workflows?
<p>Yes, this is a major advantage of the ESwab. It is the only liquid transport system specifically engineered for <strong>seamless automated specimen processing</strong>, which helps laboratories significantly increase their throughput and efficiency.</p>
Are multiple diagnostic tests possible from one sample?
<p>Yes. Because the flocked swab creates a <strong>homogeneous suspension</strong> in the 1 mL of liquid Amies medium, the laboratory can easily aliquot the sample to perform <strong>multiple diagnostic tests</strong> from a single collection.</p>
Does it comply with clinical quality control standards?
<p>Yes, the system is rigorously tested and validated in full compliance with <strong>CLSI M40-A standards</strong> for microbiology transport, ensuring high-quality specimen integrity.</p>
What is the benefit of the conical tube design?
<p>The internal conical shape of the polypropylene tube is designed to optimize the handling of the 1 mL liquid medium, facilitating easier processing and ensuring that even small volumes are fully utilized for analysis.</p>
Is the 80 mm breakpoint helpful for specialized sampling?
<p>The 80 mm breakpoint from the tip end is designed for convenience and precision during specimen collection, allowing for easy handling and transport while ensuring the swab fits securely within the tube after the sample is taken.</p>
Can it handle sensitive microorganisms like Neisseria gonorrhoeae?
<p>Yes, the ESwab system has been specifically tested to confirm the survival of sensitive organisms, including <strong><em>Neisseria gonorrhoeae</em></strong>, for up to 24 hours.</p>