Sampling Flocked Swab
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A flocked swab is a high-tech medical sampling device designed for superior collection and release of biological samples. It represents a significant advancement over traditional fiber-wrapped swabs (like cotton swabs) due to its unique structure and performance.
The key difference lies in the brush head:
The Core Principle: Capillary Action
Instead of absorbing the sample like a sponge, the vertical fibers on a flocked swab create a dense network of tiny capillaries. This allows the swab to:
Feature | Flocked Swab | Traditional Cotton Swab |
---|---|---|
Sample Release | >90% released into the liquid. | ~20-40% released; sample remains trapped inside. |
Collection Efficiency | Excellent for collecting cells from mucosal surfaces. | Less efficient at exfoliating and holding cells. |
Speed of Release | Very fast (seconds). | Slow and often incomplete. |
PCR Compatibility | Lint-free and made of synthetic materials that do not contain natural PCR inhibitors (like fatty acids in cotton). | Cotton fibers can contain inhibitors that cause false-negative results in sensitive molecular tests. |
Patient Comfort | The soft, brush-like tip is more flexible and comfortable, especially for nasopharyngeal sampling. | Stiffer and can be more uncomfortable. |
Flocked swabs are the gold standard in many fields where maximizing sample yield is critical:
Many flocked swabs designed for diagnostic testing feature a breakpoint (a pre-scored notch) on the plastic shaft. This allows the tip to be easily snapped off into a collection tube filled with transport media, ensuring the sample is preserved and minimizing the risk of contamination. This also makes the tube easier to seal and transport.
In essence, a flocked swab is a purpose-engineered tool that collects more sample and releases nearly all of it into the testing liquid. This dramatically increases the sensitivity and accuracy of diagnostic tests, making it a critical component in modern medicine, particularly in molecular biology and infectious disease testing.
Nylon Flocked swabs
Flocked swabs were propelled into the global spotlight by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Flocked swabs are specialized medical devices designed for optimal sample collection and release. Their unique nylon fiber structure enables superior hydraulic absorption and elution efficiency (>90%), making them indispensable in modern diagnostics, forensics, and environmental monitoring.
Nasopharyngeal Flocked Swab
Oropharyngeal Flocked Swab
Cervical Flocked Swab
Universal/Surface Sampling Flocked Swab
Plastic Shaft
Aluminum Shaft
Steel Shaft
Shaft-Free (Integrated Design)
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