TABLE 1.
Swab validation using in-house VTM
| Swab type | Manufacturer | Positive control | Negative control |
|---|---|---|---|
| E-Swab | Becton Dickinson | 25.07 | Not detected |
| Foam applicator | Puritan | 25.11 | Not detected |
| Female cleaning swab | Hologic | 25.37 | Not detected |
| Urethral swab | Hologic | 24.77 | Not detected |
| FLOQSwab | Copan | 25.63 | Not detected |
| NP swab | Diagnostic Hybrids | 24.38 | Not detected |
| Disposable sampling swab | Miraclean Technologies | 25.50 | Not detected |
| Lesion/other swab | Diagnostic Hybrids | 25.68 | Not detected |