SnotBuster™: Liquid Based Microbiology Brochure

A SnotBuster™-focused look inside Copan’s Liquid Based Microbiology brochure, highlighting sputum liquefaction, SLSolution™, Sputum Dipper™, culture workflows, Gram stain, molecular assay compatibility, and easier processing of challenging sputum specimens.

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  Ready-to-use sputum liquefying system: SnotBuster™ combines SLSolution™ with the Copan-invented Sputum Dipper™ to liquefy sputum specimens for easier and more consistent processing.
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  Culture and Gram stain workflows: Supports sputum sample liquefaction prior to culturing for bacteria and fungi, while preserving morphology, growth, microscopic staining, and pathogen appearance.
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  Sputum Dipper™ for challenging specimens: The drill-shaped transfer device helps manage a wide range of sputum viscosities, from liquid to very tenacious specimens.
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  Single-use, ready-to-mix format: Tubes of reagent are ready to mix with sputum specimens, with no powder rehydration, liquid concentrate dilution, or large reagent batch preparation.
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  More consistent planting and streaking: Liquefying sputum specimens creates an easier-to-process suspension that supports more consistent specimen handling and culture setup.
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  Downstream workflow support: Supports sputum specimen processing for aerobic culture, anaerobic culture, Gram stain, and molecular assay workflows when compatibility is confirmed.
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  Automation-ready specimen processing: Liquefied sputum specimens can be more easily managed on automated specimen processors, helping reduce manual handling and support automation workflows.

●  Sputum liquefaction
●  Sputum Dipper™ transfer
●  Culture & Gram stain
●  Automation readiness

Broader LBM context: The full brochure also connects SnotBuster™ to Copan’s broader Liquid Based Microbiology approach, including ESwab^®, FecalSwab^®, UriSponge^®, and automated specimen processing on WASP^®.

Important note: Always read the manufacturer’s package insert or product documentation for specific instructions regarding specimen collection, processing, storage, and test compatibility. Specimen processing should be performed by trained healthcare or laboratory personnel according to validated laboratory protocols. Product availability and regulatory approval may vary by country or region.