what is a iClean flocked swabs

What Are iClean Flocked Swabs?
iClean Flocked Swabs are a specialized type of sterile, synthetic (nylon) flocked swabs designed for superior sample collection and release, particularly in molecular diagnostics, forensics, and clinical testing. They are known for their high purity, lack of inhibitors, and optimized fiber structure to maximize cell/DNA capture.

Key Features & Benefits:
✔ Ultra-Clean & Inhibitor-Free – Ideal for PCR, qPCR, and next-gen sequencing (no DNA/RNA interference).
✔ Enhanced Absorption & Release – Vertical nylon fibers capture 20-30% more biological material than cotton swabs and release >95% into transport media.
✔ Sterile & Low Binding – Minimizes sample loss (critical for low-abundance targets like circulating tumor DNA).
✔ Tapered or Standard Tips – Available in designs for nasopharyngeal, oropharyngeal, wound, or forensic use.
✔ Medical-Grade Plastic Shaft – Breakpoint design for safe handling and compatibility with automated systems.

Common Applications:
COVID-19/Respiratory Virus Testing (nasal, NP swabs)

STI Screening (HPV, chlamydia, gonorrhea)

Forensic DNA Collection (buccal, touch evidence)

Wound/Bacterial Cultures

Liquid Biopsies & Oncology Research

iClean vs. Generic Flocked Swabs
Feature iClean Flocked Swabs Standard Flocked Swabs
Purity Certified inhibitor-free May contain trace additives
Sensitivity Optimized for low-abundance targets General-purpose
Shaft Design Often breakable/threaded Fixed shaft
Certifications ISO 13485, FDA-cleared Varies by manufacturer
Who Uses iClean Flocked Swabs?
Diagnostic Labs (for high-sensitivity PCR tests)

Forensic Teams (crime scene DNA collection)

Hospitals/Clinics (infectious disease testing)

Biotech Researchers (single-cell genomics, microbiome studies)

Why Choose iClean?
Higher diagnostic accuracy (critical for early cancer detection, rare pathogens).

Reduced false negatives due to efficient sample release.

Manufacturer guarantees (e.g., DNase/RNase-free, endotoxin-tested).

These swabs are often sold under brands like Huachenyang, icleanhcy, or iCleanhuachenyang, but “iClean” may refer to a proprietary clean-room manufactured line. Check product specs for ISO/FDA compliance if needed!