Overview
  • These kits are passed down the endoscope operating channel to obtain a diagnostic sample (the operating channel must be assumed to be a nonsterile area)
  • A hollow plastic tube with a small methylcellulose (water soluble) gel plug inside the tip protects the sampling device from contamination
  • Kits vary according to the diameter of endoscope operating channel and the length of the endoscope shaft
  • Each kit comes with a sample container
  • Packaged in sterile, tear-open pouches and complete with directions

Culture Swab

Endoscope Aspiration Kit