(eSwab)
Swab
2.0 mL
Labeling: The specimen container must be clearly labeled with at least two unique patient identifiers (e.g., patient’s name, date of birth, medical record number, sample ID) and the date/site of collection.
Storage and Transport:
Swabs/Urine: Store and transport the specimen refrigerated (2-8°C or with a cold pack).
Stability: Specimens typically have a limited stability at room temperature (e.g., urine 24 hours). Refrigerated specimens are stable longer (e.g., swabs and body fluids up to 14 days, whole blood 1 week), but immediate transport to the lab is recommended.
Plasma or serum, tissues.
REFRIGERATED
Sun-Sat
A day after collection
Qualitative Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Molecular
RML
Candida spp
Candida albicans
Candida IgG, IgM, IgA Ab Panel
0095200
Test
Contamination: Avoid touching the swab tip to any surface (hands, external skin, etc.) other than the collection site to prevent contamination.
Improper Media: Using the wrong type of transport media or a dry swab (if transport media is required) can lead to rejection.
Antibiotics: Collect samples prior to the administration of antibiotics or antifungal therapy, if possible, as treatment may affect the test results.
Insufficient Volume/Sample: Ensure enough sample is collected (e.g., minimum volume for urine or full saturation of the swab).
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Products containing carbomers, including vaginal lubricants, creams and gels may interfere with the test and should not be used during or prior to vaginal sample collection
Contact Lab Customer Service at 801-507-2110 for BD Molecular Swab Collection Kit
PATIENT PREPARATION
Do not use lubricants or other products containing substances such as carbomers before collecting vaginal sample
LAB STAFF NOTES
When labeling Swab Buffer container, caregivers must ensure that at least one complete QR code is visible for analyzer to read sample
COLLECTION!
For clinician collected specimens:
Collect swab prior to pelvic, speculum or bimanual exam
Transfer swab immediately to sample buffer once collected or within 2 hours of collection
For clinician instructed self-collect:
Do not use any lubricant with BD Molecular Swab Collection Kit to aid in self-collection
Transfer swab immediately to sample buffer once collected or within 2 hours of collection
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