Description

MWE have been manufacturing DRYSWAB™ for over 70 years. These are the fundamental tools used to collect specimens or samples for analysis, or simply to transfer materials during a diagnostic procedure. Traditionally, the bud on the swab has consisted of a spun fibre such as cotton, rayon, polyester or calcium alginate wound round the end of the shaft which would be wood, plastic or wire. In recent years, novel bud materials have been introduced, such as soft cellular polyurethane foam, or flocked fibres which can give improved uptake and release of specimens. MWE have extensive ranges of swabs utilising either spun fibres, cellular foam, or multifilament flock fibres, with something suitable for many applications. MWE’s DRYSWAB™ range of products are now manufactured in the only fully automated state-of-the-art facility without any human handling. This means it reduces the possibility of any microbial or nucleic acid contamination. All our DRYSWAB™ are CE marked and CLSI-M40-A2 compliant. They are also FDA approved. MWE DRYSWAB™ are known worldwide for their excellent quality and ability to absorb and release microorganisms effectively for diagnostics.

Recommended Applications
Clinical microbiology, Veterinary, Genetics, Environmental Sampling, Forensic

Bud Types
Rayon: Rayon, also known as Viscose, is a processed form of cellulose and has been found to be particularly suitable for the recovery of microorganisms. The texture is similar to that of cotton, but it has none of the fatty acids or other substances that can be inhibitory to fastidious bacteria. It has also been shown to be compatible with many molecular based diagnostic tests. Rayon buds are used on most of our transport swabs.

Polyester: Polyester (often referred to as Dacron) is a completely synthetic material. It is frequently specified for use in particular molecular tests, as the non-biological nature ensures no interference or reactions.

Foam: This soft sponge-like material has a regular cellular matrix. Uptake of microorganisms and other sample materials can be easily acquired from the area that’s being sampled. The structure of this swab bud allows for complete absorption & release of sample into transport media or reagents.

Swab in Peel Pouch
Peel Pouch: Individual or multiple swabs are packed sterile and ready to use within an easy open tamper evident peel pouch. These are especially suitable where the specimen is to be tested immediately or transferred to another transport container, perhaps as part of a test kit. Each peel pouch has product and batch details printed for reference and traceability.

• MWE-MW123 EQUINE SWAB – Plastic Rayon Plastic
  Bud Type: Rayon
  Shaft Type: Plastic
  Flexibility: Yes
  Breakpoint: No
  Pack Size: 100
  Expiry (Months): 60
• MWE-MW147 CYTOTAK™ – Cytology Sampling Brush – Plastic – Peel Pouch
  Bud Type: Brush
  Shaft Type: Plastic
  Flexibility: No
  Breakpoint: No
  Pack Size: 125
  Expiry (Months): 60
• MWE-MW151 DRYSWAB™ – ENT Straight Aluminium Wire – Rayon – Peel Pouch
  Bud Type: Rayon
  Shaft Type: Straight Wire
  Flexibility: No
  Breakpoint: No
  Pack Size: 1250
  Expiry (Months): 60
• MWE-MW151D DRYSWAB™ – ENT Straight Aluminium Wire – Polyester -Peel Pouch
  Bud Type: Rayon
  Shaft Type: Straight Wire
  Flexibility: No
  Breakpoint: No
  Pack Size: 1250
  Expiry (Months): 60
• MW155 DRYSWAB™ – Ultrafine Flexible Twisted Wire – Rayon – Peel Pouch
  Bud Type: Rayon
  Shaft Type: Twisted Wire
  Flexibility: Yes
  Breakpoint: No
  Pack Size: 1250
  Expiry (Months): 60
• MWE-MW943 DRYSWAB™ – ENT Foam 78mm Printed Breakpoint – Peel Pouch
  Bud Type: Foam
  Shaft Type: Plastic
  Flexibility: Yes
  Breakpoint: 78mm
  Pack Size: 1250
  Expiry (Months): 60