Specimen Requirements

Vaginal
Container/Tube: BD Molecular Swab Collection Kit

Collection Instructions: Collect specimen as follows:

1. Do not use lubricant.
2. Gently slide the swab 2 inches (5cm) into the vagina.
3. Rotate the swab for 10 to 15 seconds
4. Withdraw the swab without touching the skin outside the vagina
5. Insert the swab into the transfer tube so that the tip is at the bottom
6. Carefully break the shaft at the score mark.
7. Tightly re-cap the tube. 
8. Label tube with patient information. Be careful not to cover the barcodes on the tube.