FecalSwab®: Liquid Based Microbiology Brochure
A FecalSwab®-focused look inside Copan’s Liquid Based Microbiology brochure, covering stool and rectal swab collection, Cary-Blair transport, and enteric pathogen workflows.
What's inside
A FecalSwab®-focused look inside Copan’s Liquid Based Microbiology brochure, highlighting liquid-based fecal specimen collection, Cary-Blair transport, stool and rectal sampling workflows and enteric pathogen recovery.
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Liquid-based fecal sample collection: FecalSwab® pairs FLOQSwabs® technology with 2 mL of Cary-Blair medium to convert stool or rectal swab specimens into a standardized liquid format. - ●
FDA-cleared enteric pathogen workflows: Designed for collection and transport of fecal specimens for enteric bacteria recovery by culture. - ●
Assay compatibility: FecalSwab® can support gastrointestinal testing workflows where it is specified in the assay package insert, including cleared use with select BD MAX™ Enteric panels. - ●
Transport and preservation: FecalSwab® is an alternative to dry fecal containers and includes a non-nutritive transport and preservation medium - ●
Stool and rectal sampling flexibility: Supports transfer from bulk stool specimens or direct rectal swab collection, helping laboratories adapt collection to patient and workflow needs.
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Automation-ready specimen processing: Liquid-format stool specimens help support standardized downstream handling on automated specimen processors and liquid-handling pipettors.
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Broader LBM context: The full brochure also connects FecalSwab® to Copan’s broader Liquid Based Microbiology approach, including ESwab®, SnotBuster™, UriSponge®, and automated specimen processing on WASP®.
Important note: Always read the manufacturer’s package insert or product documentation for specific instructions regarding specimen processing, incubation, storage, limitations, and test compatibility. Specimen processing should be performed by trained healthcare or laboratory personnel according to validated laboratory protocols. Product claims, indications, availability, and configurations may vary by country. Please consult the applicable product labeling and regulatory information for your market.
Additional resources
Explore product, collection, and technical resources to support FecalSwab® evaluation, workflow planning, and implementation.
Product resources
Explore FecalSwab® collection, transport, and preservation for enteric pathogen workflows, including stool and rectal swab collection options.
Review common questions about FecalSwab®, including use cases, sample stability, Cary-Blair medium, pathogen workflows, and availability.
Collection guidance
Step-by-step instructions for stool sample collection using FecalSwab®.
Step-by-step instructions for rectal sample collection using FecalSwab®.
Technical documentation
Review intended use, collection instructions, storage, limitations, and product-specific technical details.
Related evidence
FecalSwab® and Molecular Testing
Read a research roundup covering FecalSwab® use in molecular gastrointestinal testing workflows.
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