BD 220129 - CultureSwab Liquid Amies Specimen Collection and Transport System, Regular Aluminum Wire, Single Swab, 50/PK (Temp Sensitive; Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only)

BD 220129 - CultureSwab Liquid Amies Specimen Collection and Transport System, Regular Aluminum Wire, Single Swab, 50/PK (Temp Sensitive; Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only)

The BD 220129 CultureSwab Liquid Amies, Regular Aluminum Wire, Single Swab is a professional specimen collection and transport system designed for microbiology workflows that require reliable swab collection, secure transport, and preservation of compatible clinical specimens before laboratory processing. It combines a single swab with Liquid Amies transport medium in a self-contained collection system.

This configuration uses a regular aluminum wire shaft, which provides more controlled positioning than many standard plastic-shaft swabs. LabPlanet identifies BD 220129 as Liquid Amies with regular aluminum wire, supplied in packs of 50, and intended for male urethral sampling as well as ear, nose, throat, and eye specimens.

BDs CultureSwab collection and transport system family is available with liquid Stuart or liquid Amies media in multiple swab and shaft configurations, and BD describes the system as featuring a patented tube design with a tamper-evident seal, double-action security cap, 5 1/4 inch shaft, and nontoxic media reservoir.

Key Benefits

• Liquid Amies medium supports transport of compatible bacteriology specimens from the collection site to the laboratory.
• Regular aluminum wire shaft supports controlled collection in clinical sites where a wire applicator is preferred.
• Single-swab configuration is simple to use for tests requiring one specimen applicator.
• 5 1/4 inch shaft supports practical reach for common clinical specimen collection workflows. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
• Tamper-evident seal helps support specimen integrity during handling and transport. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• Double-action security cap helps support secure tube closure during specimen transport. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• Self-contained tube, swab, and transport medium design helps streamline collection and reduce handling complexity.
• Pack of 50 supports inventory planning for clinics, laboratories, urgent care centers, and high-volume collection areas. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Compatibility and Applications

The BD 220129 is intended for clinical microbiology specimen collection and transport workflows that accept Liquid Amies medium and a regular aluminum wire single-swab format. It is not a stand-alone diagnostic test; it is a collection and transport device used before laboratory examination.

This product is commonly relevant for hospitals, outpatient clinics, urgent care centers, diagnostic laboratories, physician offices, ENT practices, urology settings, ophthalmology-related specimen collection areas, and other healthcare environments where swab specimens must be collected and transported for bacteriological testing.

Typical applications include male urethral sampling and compatible ear, nose, throat, and eye specimen collection when ordered by a clinician and accepted by the receiving laboratory. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

Usage Guidelines

• Inspect the package before use and do not use the swab if the sterile barrier is damaged, opened, expired, or compromised.
• Confirm that Liquid Amies medium and a regular aluminum wire single swab are appropriate for the ordered test and laboratory protocol.
• Use aseptic technique and follow facility procedures for patient identification, collection site preparation, specimen collection, labeling, and transport.
• Collect the specimen from the correct anatomical site according to the ordered test and laboratory instructions.
• Avoid touching the swab tip or allowing it to contact non-target surfaces before or after specimen collection.
• Place the swab into the transport tube immediately after collection and secure the cap fully.
• Label the tube with all required patient identifiers, collection site, collection date and time, and facility-required documentation.
• Transport the specimen to the laboratory promptly under the required time and temperature conditions.
• Dispose of used or contaminated materials according to facility biohazard and infection control procedures.

Certifications, Safety Standards, and Regulatory Approvals

The BD CultureSwab product family is designed for specimen collection and transport and is available in multiple media and shaft configurations, including liquid Amies options. BD describes the CultureSwab system as including performance-supporting features such as nitrogen-flushed packaging, a tamper-evident seal, double-action security cap, 5 1/4 inch shaft, and nontoxic media reservoir. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

Distributor listings identify BD 220129 as CultureSwab Liquid Amies, Regular Aluminum Wire, Single Swabs, 50 per pack. MFI Medical lists the item as BDM-220129 and notes continental US-only and drop-ship requirements depending on availability. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

Healthcare facilities should verify current product labeling, instructions for use, expiration dating, storage requirements, transport conditions, lot information, and regulatory status directly through BD, CIA Medical, or an authorized distributor before clinical implementation.

Comparison with Competitor Products

The BD 220129 is best compared with specimen collection and transport systems from manufacturers such as Copan, Puritan, Hardy Diagnostics, Thermo Fisher, and other microbiology collection suppliers. Compared with dry swabs, this BD CultureSwab configuration includes Liquid Amies transport medium to help preserve compatible specimens during transport.

Compared with BD 220093, which is a rayon single swab format, BD 220129 uses a regular aluminum wire shaft, making it more appropriate when the collection protocol calls for a wire-based applicator. Compared with BD 220131, which uses a flexible aluminum wire shaft, BD 220129 uses a regular aluminum wire configuration for workflows where a more standard wire shaft is preferred.

Compared with CultureSwab Plus Amies gel systems, BD 220129 uses Liquid Amies medium rather than Amies gel. Facilities should select the correct collection system based on specimen source, target organism, laboratory method, and test requirements.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

The typical users of the BD 220129 include nurses, physicians, medical assistants under supervision, laboratory technicians, microbiology staff, urology clinicians, ENT clinicians, ophthalmology-related clinical teams, urgent care staff, and other trained healthcare professionals responsible for specimen collection and transport.

This product is especially useful in clinical scenarios requiring a sterile swab collection system, Liquid Amies transport medium, regular aluminum wire handling, and single-swab specimen submission. Common use cases include male urethral specimen collection and compatible ear, nose, throat, and eye specimens when clinically indicated and supported by laboratory protocol.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

• Store the product according to manufacturer and facility storage requirements.
• Rotate inventory by expiration date to avoid use of expired collection systems.
• Keep swabs in original packaging until ready for specimen collection.
• Confirm with the laboratory that Liquid Amies and regular aluminum wire swab format are appropriate for the ordered test.
• Do not use the device if the tube is leaking, the cap does not secure properly, or the transport medium appears compromised.
• Collect enough specimen material according to laboratory procedure while avoiding contamination from adjacent tissue or surfaces.
• Secure the cap fully after collection to help prevent leakage, drying, or transport failure.
• Send specimens to the laboratory promptly and document collection details accurately.
• Train staff on correct collection technique because poor specimen collection can affect test quality even when the transport system is appropriate.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The BD 220129 is intended for professional clinical specimen collection and transport use. It should be used only by trained personnel following manufacturer instructions, laboratory requirements, infection control procedures, and facility policy.

Do not use the product if packaging is damaged, if the device is expired, if the transport medium appears compromised, if the cap does not close properly, or if the configuration does not match the ordered test. Clinical specimens should be treated as potentially infectious and handled with appropriate personal protective equipment, biohazard precautions, and regulated medical waste procedures.

How to Order

Select the BD 220129 CultureSwab Liquid Amies, Regular Aluminum Wire, Single Swabs and add it to your cart. Complete checkout with your preferred shipping and payment options. For bulk orders, quotes, availability confirmation, shipping questions, or further assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312) 275-5850 or use the contact form on this page.