MedSchenker™ Nasopharyngeal Swab

MedSchenker nasopharyngeal swab glove hold

Flocked nasopharyngeal swab

Individually-sealed, sterile, flocked, medical-grade nasopharyngeal swabs with plastic, breakable shaft. For collecting SARS- CoV-2 and other clinical specimens.

Specifications

Intended Use: For the collection of nasopharyngeal specimens, including SARS-CoV-2
Qualifications: Specimens may be collected by qualified healthcare personnel
Tip Material: 100% medical grade flocked nylon with Allium™ flock technology
Swab Length: 153mm
Shaft Material: Plastic with notches for superior grip
Shaft Breakpoint: 101mm
Sterile: Yes (electron beam)
Packaging Type: Individually-sealed
Authorization: FDA registered & listed class I device
Box Size: 100 swabs
Case Size: 20 boxes (2,000 swabs)

Highlights

  • Manufactured in Korea with US engineering and US-sourced raw materials

  • Proprietary nylon tip flocking process optimizes specimens collection and instant, spontaneous elution in media

  • The nylon fibers uniquely adapt to the direction the swab is being pushed / pulled, resulting in less friction.

  • Electron beam sterilized (No EO or other chemicals)

  • No-slip, frosted, flexible plastic handle with notched handle, ergonomic & anatomic designs for optimal patient comfort and efficient sample collection

  • Compatible with most diagnostic molecular and antigen tests

Collection Instructions

  • Tilt patient head back and insert swab into nostril until swab tip is in nasopharyngeal region of patient airway.

  • Once swab is in place, rotate in a circular motion 2 times and keep in place for 10-15 seconds for optimal sample collection.

  • Remove swab from patient and insert tip into transport medium.

  • Transport specimen to testing laboratory.

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MedSchenker's nasopharyngeal swab is manufactured in South Korea with US-sourced materials including medical grade nylon flock tip, and notched plastic shaft for superior grip. Its proprietary Allium™ flock technology increases patient comfort during collection by adapting to the direction of movement. Gamma sterilized.