Marshfield Labs Wet Nasal Swab Collection Kit- Yellow Labeled, High throughput routine testing including Pre-Procedure testing scheduled to allow 48 hours prior to procedure:
Instructions and printable.pdf for the collection of bilateral anterior nasal specimens:
1 Insert the entire soft end of the swab into nostril no more than ¾ of an inch (1.5 cm) into the nostril.
2. Slowly rotate the swab, gently pressing against the inside of nostril at least 4 times for a total of 15 seconds. Get as much nasal discharge as possible on the soft end of the swab.
3. Gently remove the swab.
4. Using the same swab, repeat steps 4–6 in other nostril with the same end of the swab.
5. Place swab into the collection tube and carefully break off the swab shaft against the side of the tube at the score line. Discard the top portion of the swab shaft. Securely close the snap cap of tube.
Transport specimen at 2-8°C to Marshfield Labs as soon as possible. If specimen cannot be tested within 72 hours of collection, it should be frozen at -70°C or colder until tested. Testing is batched throughout the day.