Fecal Swab Collection and Preservation System (Cat. 45670-B)

No need to immediately process samples
Nucleic acid preservation at room temperature over 2 years for DNA and up to 7 days for RNA
Ship fecal samples at room temperature safely
Compatible with most DNA/RNA isolation methods
Optimized isolation procedure using Norgen's Microbiome DNA Isolation Kit

For research use only and NOT intended for in vitro diagnostics.

A rapid and simple method for the collection, preservation and shipping of stool samples.

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Fecal Swab Collection and Preservation System (Bulk Format) (Cat. 45670-B) 50 Units

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Fecal Swab Collection and Preservation System

Norgen’s Fecal Swab Collection and Preservation System is designed for collection, ambient storage and transport of nucleic acids from stool specimens. The Fecal Swab Collection and Preservation System tubes contain Norgen’s Stool Preservative in a liquid format. The user simply collects the specimen using the provided swab, and then transfers the swab into the Stool Preservative. The Stool Preservative prevents the growth of Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria and fungi, and also inactivates viruses allowing the resulting non-infectious samples to be handled and shipped safely. In addition, the Stool Preservative eliminates the need to immediately process or freeze samples and allows the samples to be shipped to centralized testing facilities at ambient temperatures. The components of the Stool Preservative allow samples to be stored at room temperature for over 2 years for DNA and 7 days for RNA. To extend the stool RNA stability in the preservative, storage at -20°C or -70°C is recommended upon arrival at the testing facilities until RNA purification.

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Kit Specifications
Stability of Stool Nucleic Acids at Room Temperature	2 years for DNA Up to 7 days for RNA*

* The RNA stability will vary depending on the samples

Storage Conditions and Product Stability

The Fecal Swab Collection and Preservation System (Bulk Format) can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 years without any reduction in kit performance. The expiry date for the swabs is written on the swab wrapper.

Protocols:

45670-B - Protocol (Bulk Format)

Supplementary Protocols:

Donor Procedure

Application Notes:

Comparative Microbiome Profiles from Fecal Preservation Methods

Gut Microbiome Diversity: Comparison of Stool DNA Preservation Methods

Safety Data Sheets:

45670 - Safety Data Sheet

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Fecal Swab Collection and Preservation System (Bulk Format) (Cat. 45670-B) 50 Units

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Fecal Swab Collection and Preservation System

Norgen’s Fecal Swab Collection and Preservation System is designed for collection, ambient storage and transport of nucleic acids from stool specimens. The Fecal Swab Collection and Preservation System tubes contain Norgen’s Stool Preservative in a liquid format. The user simply collects the specimen using the provided swab, and then transfers the swab into the Stool Preservative. The Stool Preservative prevents the growth of Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria and fungi, and also inactivates viruses allowing the resulting non-infectious samples to be handled and shipped safely. In addition, the Stool Preservative eliminates the need to immediately process or freeze samples and allows the samples to be shipped to centralized testing facilities at ambient temperatures. The components of the Stool Preservative allow samples to be stored at room temperature for over 2 years for DNA and 7 days for RNA. To extend the stool RNA stability in the preservative, storage at -20°C or -70°C is recommended upon arrival at the testing facilities until RNA purification.

Infographic

Kit Specifications
Stability of Stool Nucleic Acids at Room Temperature	2 years for DNA Up to 7 days for RNA*

* The RNA stability will vary depending on the samples

Storage Conditions and Product Stability

The Fecal Swab Collection and Preservation System (Bulk Format) can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 years without any reduction in kit performance. The expiry date for the swabs is written on the swab wrapper.