BD 441357 - Female Endocervical Specimen Collection Kit with ProbeTec TransportTube for CT/GC Qx Testing 100/pk (Temp Sensitive; Non-Returnable) (Continental US Only)
The BD 441357 Female Endocervical Specimen Collection Kit with ProbeTec TransportTube is a professional specimen collection and transport kit designed for female endocervical specimen collection in compatible BD molecular diagnostic workflows. It is intended for use with BD ProbeTec CT/GC Qx Amplified DNA Assays and supports the collection and transport of endocervical specimens to the laboratory for testing.
Each kit includes one sterile polyester fiber-tipped cleaning swab with a white shaft, one sterile polyurethane foam-tipped collection swab with a pink shaft, and one tube of Qx Swab Diluent. McKesson identifies BD 441357 as a Female Endocervical Specimen Collection Kit for BD ProbeTec CT/GC Qx Amplified DNA Assays. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
This kit helps clinicians collect specimens in a standardized format that aligns with the BD ProbeTec and BD Viper testing workflow. It supports efficient specimen handling, clear component identification, and reliable transport from the point of care to the laboratory.
Key Benefits
- Designed specifically for female endocervical specimen collection in compatible BD ProbeTec CT/GC Qx workflows.
- Includes both a cleaning swab and a collection swab to support proper specimen preparation and collection technique.
- ProbeTec TransportTube with Qx Swab Diluent supports specimen transport for compatible molecular assay processing.
- Sterile swab components support safe clinical collection when used according to aseptic technique.
- Color-coded swab shafts help clinicians distinguish the cleaning swab from the collection swab during workflow setup.
- Supports standardized endocervical specimen collection across clinics, laboratories, and womens health programs.
- Used with the BD Viper System in extracted mode according to distributor product information. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- 100 per pack configuration supports inventory planning for laboratories, OB-GYN clinics, STI testing programs, and high-volume collection sites. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Compatibility and Applications
The BD 441357 kit is intended for use with BD ProbeTec CT/GC Qx Amplified DNA Assays. McKesson lists it as a female endocervical collection kit for BD ProbeTec CT/GC Qx testing, while BD lists SKU 441357 as the BD ProbeTec Qx Collection Kit for Endocervical or Lesion Specimens. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
This product is commonly used in womens health clinics, OB-GYN practices, sexual health clinics, hospital laboratories, public health testing programs, outpatient clinics, urgent care centers, and diagnostic laboratories that perform compatible CT/GC molecular testing.
Typical applications include clinician-collected female endocervical specimen collection for compatible chlamydia and gonorrhea testing workflows. The kit should only be used when the receiving laboratory and ordered assay accept the BD ProbeTec TransportTube collection format.
Usage Guidelines
- Use only by trained healthcare professionals following the assay instructions, facility policy, and laboratory collection requirements.
- Inspect the package before use and do not use the kit if the sterile barrier is damaged, opened, expired, or compromised.
- Confirm that BD 441357 is the correct collection kit for the ordered test and receiving laboratory workflow.
- Use the cleaning swab and collection swab only as directed by the BD ProbeTec Qx assay instructions and facility protocol.
- Avoid touching the swab tips or allowing them to contact non-target surfaces before or after collection.
- Place the collected specimen into the ProbeTec TransportTube according to the manufacturers instructions.
- Secure the tube cap fully after collection to reduce leakage or transport failure risk.
- Label the specimen with all required patient identifiers, specimen source, collection date and time, and facility-required information.
- Transport the specimen promptly under the time and temperature conditions required by the assay and laboratory protocol.
- Dispose of used swabs and contaminated materials according to facility biohazard and infection control procedures.
Certifications, Safety Standards, and Regulatory Approvals
The BD 441357 is supplied as a professional specimen collection and transport kit for use with BD ProbeTec CT/GC Qx Amplified DNA Assays. Product listings identify it as a female endocervical specimen collection kit with ProbeTec TransportTube, supplied 100 per pack. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
BDs product page identifies SKU 441357 as the BD ProbeTec Qx Collection Kit for Endocervical or Lesion Specimens and connects the product family to BD Viper molecular testing systems. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5} Healthcare facilities should verify current labeling, assay instructions for use, expiration dating, lot information, storage requirements, and regulatory status directly through BD, CIA Medical, or an authorized distributor before implementation.
Comparison with Competitor Products
The BD 441357 is best compared with platform-specific molecular specimen collection kits from manufacturers such as Hologic, Roche, Abbott, Cepheid, and other diagnostic testing suppliers. Unlike general-purpose swab transport systems, the BD 441357 is designed for BD ProbeTec CT/GC Qx testing workflows, making platform compatibility the most important purchasing consideration.
Compared with universal or general microbiology swabs, this kit includes components intended for a specific molecular assay workflow, including a cleaning swab, a collection swab, and Qx Swab Diluent transport tube. This reduces the risk of using a non-compatible transport system for BD ProbeTec CT/GC Qx testing.
Compared with self-collection kits or urine collection formats, this product is intended for clinician-collected female endocervical specimens. Facilities should choose the correct specimen type and collection device based on the test order, patient population, laboratory validation, and assay instructions.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
The typical users of the BD 441357 include OB-GYN clinicians, sexual health clinicians, nurses, physicians, trained medical assistants, public health clinic staff, laboratory specimen collection teams, and diagnostic testing personnel responsible for CT/GC specimen collection workflows.
This kit is most useful in clinical scenarios requiring standardized female endocervical specimen collection for compatible molecular testing. Common use cases include STI screening programs, womens health visits, public health testing initiatives, outpatient diagnostic testing, and laboratory-directed specimen collection where BD ProbeTec CT/GC Qx compatibility is required.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
- Store the product according to BD labeling and facility storage requirements.
- Rotate inventory by expiration date to avoid using expired kits.
- Keep all components in original packaging until ready for specimen collection.
- Confirm with the laboratory that BD ProbeTec TransportTube is the required collection format before collecting the specimen.
- Follow the exact collection sequence specified by the assay instructions to avoid inadequate or invalid specimens.
- Use the correct swab for the correct step; do not confuse the cleaning swab with the collection swab.
- Do not use the kit if the transport tube is leaking, damaged, unlabeled, or contains compromised diluent.
- Transport specimens promptly and document collection details accurately.
- Train staff on proper endocervical collection technique because poor collection can affect test quality even when the correct kit is used.
Regulatory and Safety Information
The BD 441357 is intended for professional clinical specimen collection and transport use. It should be used only by trained personnel following manufacturer instructions, assay requirements, infection control procedures, and facility policy.
Do not use the product if the packaging is damaged, if the kit is expired, if the transport tube is leaking, if the swabs are compromised, or if the collection format does not match the ordered test. Endocervical 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 441357 Female Endocervical Specimen Collection Kit with ProbeTec TransportTube 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.
