BD 220116 - Amies Gel Swab Without Charcoal, Single for Safe and Reliable Specimen Collection, 50/PK (Temp Sensitive; Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only)
TheBD 220116 Amies Gel Swab Without Charcoal, Singleis designed for efficient and safe collection, transport, and preservation of microbial specimens. FeaturingAmies gel medium without charcoal, it maintains microorganism viability while minimizing potential interference in sensitive diagnostic tests. Each swab is individually sterile and single-use, providing maximum protection against contamination and ensuring accurate laboratory results. This product is ideal for clinical laboratories, hospitals, and research facilities performing bacterial culture and sensitivity testing.
| Manufacturer | Application | Closure Type | Material |
| 220116 | Specimen Collection and Transport System | Double-action Security Cap | Plastic Shaft / Rayon Swab |
Key Benefits
Effective Microbial Preservation Amies gel medium ensures collected specimens remain viable for accurate analysis.
Charcoal-Free Design Eliminates potential interference in delicate diagnostic tests.
Sterile, Single-Use Minimizes contamination risks and supports infection control protocols.
Convenient and Hygienic Individually packaged swabs simplify handling and collection.
Reliable Laboratory Performance Optimized for routine microbiology testing and culture initiation.
Compatibility and Applications
Compatible with standardmicrobiology collection kitsand diagnostic culture media.
Suitable for transport to laboratory analyzers for bacterial identification.
Applications include:Throat, nasal, or wound specimen collection.
Routine clinical microbiology testing in hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic labs.
Research environments requiring reliable bacterial preservation for testing.
Usage Guidelines
Verify the swab package is intact before use.
Collect specimens using aseptic techniques per clinical protocols.
Place swab immediately into the transport medium after collection.
Transport to the laboratory promptly to maintain specimen integrity.
Refer to BDs official guidelines or your institutions protocol for detailed instructions.
Certifications, Safety Standards, and Regulatory Approvals
FDA-registeredfor safe use in U.S. clinical environments.
Manufactured underISO 13485quality standards for medical devices.
CE Marked, compliant with European medical safety regulations.
Comparison with Competitor Products
The BD 220116 swab offers distinct advantages over similar products:
Charcoal-free Amies gel reduces interference in sensitive assays.
Individually sterile packaging ensures safe and hygienic use.
BDs quality control ensures consistent, reliable specimen collection and transport.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
Common users:laboratory technicians, microbiologists, nurses, and clinical staff.
Typical use scenarios: throat swabs, nasal swabs, wound specimen collection, and transport to microbiology laboratories for culture and analysis.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
Maintain strictaseptic techniqueduring collection.
Ensure swabs arepromptly placed in transport tubesafter collection.
Store unused swabs in acool, dry placeaway from direct light.
Dispose of used swabs according tobiohazard and infection control protocols.
Regulatory and Safety Information
BD 220116 complies withFDA, ISO, and CE standards, ensuring safe, reliable, and accurate use in clinical and laboratory settings. The sterile design and charcoal-free medium protect both patient and specimen integrity.
How to Order
To order theBD 220116 Amies Gel Swab Without Charcoal, Single, add the product to your cart on CIA Medical and complete the checkout process. For bulk orders or specialized support, contactCIA Medical customer service at (312) 275-5850or use the contact form on this page.
