Sterile & Clear Culture Swabs
Item #: DIS-110
By Starplex®
Sterile-packed, transparent tube, and accurate sampling.Product Information
• Sterile swab used to collect and transport bacteriological specimens• Rayon swab tip is inert, non-toxic, and permits good sample retrieval and absorption• Length of the swab is 15.2 cm (6”)• Colour coded cap with protective overskirt• Cap rings ensure containment of hazardous material• Thick tube wall protects medium from dehydration• Spiral media chamber keeps sample immersed and protected during transport• Round bottom tube for easy racking; seamless moulding ensures tube strength and integrity• Modified Amies gel without charcoal (clear) provides excellent survival for a wide range of bacteria and is compatible with gram stain• Shelf life is 24 months• Swabs are packed in a metallized bag which protects the medium from harmful UV rays and dehydration• CE marked
Frequently Asked Questions
Each kit contains a sterile swab (NP or OP) and a self-standing 10 mL tube with 3.5 mL of viral transport media.
The swab features a nylon-tipped, flocked design with an ABS shaft for efficient sample collection.
Yes, we designed these kits to be universally compatible for a variety of sampling needs.
The breakpoint distance, either 80mm or 100mm, ensures optimal sample collection with a total length of 150mm.
Indeed, it serves as a top-tier collection kit for a variety of viral pathogens, such as SARS-CoV-2, Influenza, and others.