BBL CultureSwab Specimen Collection & Transport Systems

When a wound, throat, or vaginal culture depends on organism viability from the point of collection to the lab bench, the BBL CultureSwab line from BD gives labs and clinicians a dependable, sterile transport system. Each device pairs a soft swab tip with a self-contained transport medium, so bacteria stay viable during transit without the risk of drying out or contamination.

Choosing the right configuration comes down to the swab material, the medium, and how long the specimen has to survive before processing. The standard BBL CultureSwab (220099) uses a rayon-tipped plastic shaft at a 5-1/4 inch length, suited for throat, vaginal, skin, and wound specimens. The CultureSwab EZ (220144) swaps in a polyurethane foam tip for improved sample release and adds a double-action security cap that seals firmly to prevent leaks. For fastidious organisms and extended transport windows, the BD BBL CultureSwab with Liquid Amies medium (220105) features double soft swab tips and a red-capped translucent tube, while CultureSwab Plus (220116) offers another Amies-based option for demanding recovery requirements.

A few points buyers typically weigh: rayon tips are the versatile everyday choice, foam tips maximize specimen elution, and Amies medium (with or without charcoal) supports aerobic and anaerobic organism survival across longer holds. All units ship sterile and individually packaged for chain-of-custody confidence.

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