Starplex Scientific Starswab II® Specimen Collection and Transport System 6 Inch Length Sterile

Starswab II® Specimen Collection and Transport System 6 Inch Length Sterile

The Starswab II specimen collection and transport system is a sterile swab-and-tube set for collecting and transporting biological specimens from the patient to the laboratory. It fits workflows that need a protected sample during transport and support for direct microscopic examination, culturing, and diagnosis. This 6 inch system uses a plastic shaft with a rayon swab and Amies agar gel without charcoal additive.

Good Fit For

• Specimen collection workflows that require transport to a laboratory
• Laboratories performing direct microscopic examination and culturing
• Facilities that need sterile swab transport systems with labeled tubes

Key Features

• Built for specimen collection and transport from patient to laboratory
• Sterile format supports controlled collection workflows
• Amies agar gel without charcoal additive helps support transport needs
• Spiral media chamber helps keep the sample immersed and protected during transport
• 6 inch length offers a defined format for buyers standardizing supplies
• Tube label includes code, lot number, and expiration date for identification and traceability

Applications and Usage

• Collecting biological specimens from patients for transport to the lab
• Moving specimens for direct microscopic examination
• Transporting samples for further culturing and diagnosis
• Using a swab system where the sample needs to stay immersed during transport

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Size: 6 Inch.
• Material: Plastic.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This system uses Amies agar gel without charcoal additive, which may matter if your protocol specifies a particular transport medium.
• The swab has a plastic shaft and rayon tip, so buyers should confirm those materials match site preferences.
• Shelf life is 24 months, which can help with purchasing and storage planning.

FAQ

• What is this specimen collection and transport system used for? This sterile system is used to collect biological specimens from the patient and transport them to the laboratory for direct microscopic examination, culturing, and diagnosis.
• What transport medium does this swab system use? This Starswab II system uses Amies agar gel without charcoal additive.
• How does the system help protect the sample during transport? The spiral media chamber keeps the sample immersed and protected while the specimen is in transit.
• What are the swab materials and size? The system has a 6 inch length with a plastic shaft and a rayon swab.
• Is the product sterile, and what is the shelf life? Yes. This specimen collection and transport system is sterile, and the stated shelf life is 24 months.

From Starswab II by Starplex Scientific.