BD 220258 - FecalSwab Collection and Transport System with 2 mL Modified Cary-Blair Medium and Regular Flocked Swab, 50/PK (Temp Sensitive; Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only)

BD 220258 - FecalSwab Collection and Transport System with 2 mL Modified Cary-Blair Medium and Regular Flocked Swab, 50/PK (Temp Sensitive; Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only)

The BD 220258 FecalSwab Collection Tube is a sterile specimen collection and transport system designed for enteric bacteriology workflows. It includes a screw-cap tube with 2 mL modified Cary-Blair medium and one regular flocked swab for collection, transport, and preservation of rectal swab or fecal specimens before laboratory processing. BD lists SKU 220258 as a FecalSwab system with a screw cap tube, 2 mL modified Cary-Blair medium, and one regular flocked swab. ([bd.com](https://www.bd.com/en-ca/products-and-solutions/products/product-page.220258))

This product supports healthcare professionals and laboratory teams by providing a standardized fecal specimen transport format that helps maintain organism viability during transport. BD states that the FecalSwab collection device helps maintain organism viability for up to 48 hours, depending on the organism, and that the tubes are designed for use on automated specimen processors such as the BD Kiestra InoqulA sample processor. ([bd.com](https://www.bd.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/products/product-families/bd-fecalswab-collection-and-transport-system))

Key Benefits

• 2 mL modified Cary-Blair medium supports preservation and transport of compatible enteric bacterial specimens.
• Regular flocked swab supports efficient specimen collection and transfer into the transport tube.
• Screw-cap tube helps provide secure closure during specimen handling and transport.
• Designed for collection of rectal swab and fecal specimens for enteric bacteriology workflows. ([fishersci.com](https://www.fishersci.com/shop/products/fecalswab-collection-transport-preservation-system-enteric-bacteria/B220258))
• Helps maintain organism viability for up to 48 hours, depending on the organism and handling conditions. ([bd.com](https://www.bd.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/products/product-families/bd-fecalswab-collection-and-transport-system))
• Compact tube design supports easier transport and laboratory storage.
• Ready for use on compatible automated specimen processors, supporting laboratory workflow efficiency. ([bd.com](https://www.bd.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/products/product-families/bd-fecalswab-collection-and-transport-system))
• Sterile kit format supports safe clinical specimen collection when handled according to facility protocol.
• Commonly listed as 50 per pack, supporting inventory planning for clinics, laboratories, urgent care centers, and high-volume collection areas. ([sntbiotech.com](https://sntbiotech.com/products/bd-specimen-collection-transport-system-220258?srsltid=AfmBOoo-nL_Kvtsi0iPIRlEboSTsFqOtXD5ktVS5civFGLdoJDCgHEKJ))

Compatibility and Applications

The BD 220258 is intended for professional fecal and rectal specimen collection and transport workflows that require modified Cary-Blair medium and a regular flocked swab. It is not a stand-alone diagnostic test; it is a collection and transport device used before laboratory examination and culture or molecular testing, depending on the receiving laboratorys validated protocol.

This product is commonly used in hospitals, outpatient clinics, urgent care centers, physician offices, diagnostic laboratories, gastroenterology practices, infection control programs, and public health settings where stool or rectal swab specimens must be collected and transported for enteric pathogen testing.

Fisher Scientific describes the BD FecalSwab system as intended for collection of rectal swab and fecal specimens and preservation of enteric pathogenic bacteria during transport. The regular flocked swab may be used to collect a rectal specimen or as a transfer tool for stool specimens. ([fishersci.com](https://www.fishersci.com/shop/products/fecalswab-collection-transport-preservation-system-enteric-bacteria/B220258))

Usage Guidelines

• Inspect the package before use and do not use the system if the sterile barrier is damaged, opened, expired, or compromised.
• Confirm that BD FecalSwab, modified Cary-Blair medium, and regular flocked swab format are appropriate for the ordered test and laboratory protocol.
• Use aseptic technique and follow facility procedures for patient identification, specimen collection, labeling, and transport.
• Collect the rectal swab or transfer fecal specimen according to laboratory instructions and manufacturer directions.
• Place the swab into the transport tube promptly after collection and secure the screw cap fully.
• Label the tube with all required patient identifiers, specimen source, collection date and time, and facility-required documentation.
• Transport the specimen promptly to the laboratory under the time and temperature conditions required by the test protocol.
• Dispose of used or contaminated materials according to facility biohazard and infection control procedures.

Certifications, Safety Standards, and Regulatory Approvals

BD identifies the 220258 as a screw-cap tube with 2 mL modified Cary-Blair medium and one regular flocked swab. The BD FecalSwab product family is designed for enteric bacteria diagnostics and fecal specimen preservation, with compact tubes that support laboratory transport and compatibility with automated specimen processing workflows. ([bd.com](https://www.bd.com/en-ca/products-and-solutions/products/product-page.220258))

Distributor listings identify BD 220258 as a FecalSwab collection tube with 2 mL Cary-Blair medium, screw cap, one regular flocked swab, and 50 per pack configuration, with temperature-sensitive and non-returnable handling terms commonly noted by suppliers. ([sntbiotech.com](https://sntbiotech.com/products/bd-specimen-collection-transport-system-220258?srsltid=AfmBOoo-nL_Kvtsi0iPIRlEboSTsFqOtXD5ktVS5civFGLdoJDCgHEKJ)) 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 220258 is best compared with fecal and rectal specimen transport systems from manufacturers such as Copan, Puritan, Hardy Diagnostics, Thermo Fisher, and other clinical microbiology suppliers. Compared with dry swabs or non-medium specimen containers, BD 220258 includes modified Cary-Blair medium to support preservation of compatible enteric organisms during transport.

Compared with standard CultureSwab systems designed for general bacteriology specimens, the BD FecalSwab system is specifically positioned for fecal and rectal swab specimens used in enteric bacteria diagnostics. Compared with bulk stool containers without a flocked swab, this system provides a standardized swab-and-tube format that can support easier specimen transfer, transport, and laboratory workflow handling.

For laboratories using compatible automation, BD FecalSwab tubes may also support workflow standardization because BD states they are ready to use on automated specimen processors, including the BD Kiestra InoqulA sample processor. ([bd.com](https://www.bd.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/products/product-families/bd-fecalswab-collection-and-transport-system))

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

The typical users of the BD 220258 include nurses, physicians, medical assistants under supervision, laboratory technicians, microbiology staff, gastroenterology clinic staff, infection prevention teams, urgent care staff, and other trained healthcare professionals responsible for fecal or rectal specimen collection and transport.

This product is especially useful in clinical scenarios requiring standardized fecal specimen transport, rectal swab collection, modified Cary-Blair medium, and enteric bacteriology workflow compatibility. Common use cases may include stool specimen transfer, rectal swab collection, enteric pathogen testing workflows, outbreak investigation support, and laboratory submissions where BD FecalSwab is accepted by the receiving laboratory.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

• Store the product according to manufacturer and facility storage requirements.
• Rotate inventory by expiration date to avoid using expired collection systems.
• Keep the tube and swab in original packaging until ready for specimen collection.
• Confirm with the laboratory that BD FecalSwab with modified Cary-Blair medium is appropriate for the ordered test.
• Do not use the device if the tube is leaking, the screw cap does not secure properly, or the transport medium appears compromised.
• Collect or transfer the specimen according to the laboratorys instructions to avoid overloading, under-sampling, or contaminating the swab.
• Secure the screw cap fully after collection to help prevent leakage or transport failure.
• Send specimens to the laboratory promptly and document collection details accurately.
• Train staff on correct stool and rectal swab collection technique because poor collection can affect test quality even when the transport device is appropriate.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The BD 220258 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 modified Cary-Blair medium appears compromised, if the screw cap does not close properly, or if the configuration does not match the ordered test. Fecal and rectal 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 220258 FecalSwab Collection Tube, 2 ml, Cary-Blair Medium, Screw Cap, (1) Regular Flocked Swab and add it to your cart. Complete checkout with your preferred shipping and payment options. For bulk orders, quotes, availability confirmation, temperature-sensitive shipping questions, or further assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312) 275-5850 or use the contact form on this page.