Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Vaginal

Supplies: Aptima Multitest Swab Collection Kit (T584)

Container/Tube: Aptima Multitest Swab

Specimen Volume: Swab

Collection Instructions:

1. Specimen must be collected using the Aptima Multitest Swab Collection Kit.

2. Insert swab (pink shaft) about 5 cm past introitus and rotate gently for 30 seconds.

3. Place swab into transport tube provided in collection kit. Snap off swab at score line so swab fits into closed tube.

4. Cap tube securely, and label tube with patient's entire name and collection date and time.

5. Maintain swab container between 2 and 30° C (refrigerate temperature is preferred) and transport within 30 days of collection. If longer storage is needed, store frozen between -20 and -70° C for up to 60 days.