Detailed description
Nasopharyngeal Collection Swab | Nasopharyngeal Swab samples are the preferred specimens for respiratory virus rapid antigen and RT-PCR testing. The Nasopharyngeal Swab has a plastic shaft and ending in a flocked tip. There is a deep score mark(v) on the thick part as a breakpoint where it can be snapped into the transport medium. The swab has a breakpoint. Each swab has been individually packaged. |
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Oropharyngeal Collection Swab | The Oropharyngeal Swab, proper specimen collection from the patient is extremely critical for successful isolation and identification of infectious organisms. Do not use the FTM medium for pre-moistening or pre-wetting the applicator swab prior to collecting the sample or for rinsing or irrigating the sampling sites. Oropharyngeal Swab samples are the preferred specimens for respiratory virus rapid antigen and RT-PCR testing. The Oropharyngeal Swab has a plastic shaft and ending in a tip. There is a deep score mark(v) on the thick part as a breakpoint where it can be snapped into the transport medium. The swab has a breakpoint. Each swab has been individually packaged. |