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Multiple configurations
Available with liquid Stuart or liquid Amies media in more than 15 swab and shaft configurations, BD CultureSwab products are designed to meet a wide range of transport needs.
Faecal specimen transport
The BD CultureSwab system is available with Cary-Blair medium for use in transporting faecal specimens.
Aerobic and facultative anaerobic sampling
The BD CultureSwab Plus system features a 5-mL Amies agar gel column with oxygen-scavenging agents, for sampling of both aerobic and facultative anaerobic organisms.
Performance-enhancing features
The BD CultureSwab system includes unique performance-enhancing features such as nitrogen-flushed packaging.
Patented design
The BD CultureSwab system features a patented tube design with a tamper-evident seal and double-action security cap.
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References
- Gamble SL. A comparison of two swab transport systems in the recovery of fastidious organisms. Paper presented at: ASM 104th General Assembly; May 2004; New Orleans, LA.
- Hirschman JS, Perry JL. Modification of swab applicators providing full compliance with NCCLS standard M40-A. Paper presented at: ASM 104th General Assembly; May 2004; New Orleans, LA.
- Heiter BJ, Bourbeau PP. Influence of storage conditions on the performance of swab transport devices as determined by the quality control guidelines of NCCLS standard M40. Paper presented at: ASM 104th General Assembly; May 2004; New Orleans, LA.