BD Affirm VPIII Specimen Collection

The BD Affirm VPIII Specimen Collection & Transport Kit is a ready-to-use diagnostic solution for vaginal specimen collection, tailored for use with the Affirm VPIII Microbial Identification System. Ideal for hospital labs, clinics, and OB/GYN offices, this kit ensures accurate, contamination-free sampling and maintains sample integrity through prolonged transport.

Overview

Designed for PCR-free, DNA probe testing of Candida species, Gardnerella vaginalis, and Trichomonas vaginalis, this kit simplifies specimen handling with a sterile swab, transport tube, cap, dropper, and patient label included. It supports both ambient (up to 72 hours) and refrigerated conditions (up to 4 hours), meeting rigorous lab workflow demands.

Key Features

• Complete collection kit—swab, 0.3 mL tube and cap, dropper, and patient label—ready for immediate use
• Ambient temperature stability—up to 72 hours at 15 – 30°C—or 4 hours refrigerated (2 – 8°C)
• Sterile, single-use components reduce contamination risk and support infection control
• Color-coded tube cap simplifies specimen identification and traceability
• Compact design fits standard specimen racks and transport bags for efficient handling
• Tailored for use with the BD Affirm VPIII system, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance

Product Specifications

• Swab: Sterile, individually wrapped for single-use sampling
• Tube Volume: 0.3 mL collection buffer in transport tube
• Materials: Plastic tube and cap; polyester swab shaft and tip
• Transport Conditions: Ambient (15–30 °C) up to 72 h; refrigerated (2–8 °C) up to 4 h
• Packaging: Sterile kit—swab, tube, cap, dropper, transport bag, and label
• Storage & Shelf Life: Room temperature stable; shelf life approx. 365 days
• Regulatory: For use with BD Affirm VPIII system; CE marked; FDA registered; ISO compliant

Ideal For

• Hospital microbiology and molecular labs
• Outpatient and OB/GYN clinics
• Vaginitis screening programs
• Point-of-care testing sites requiring stability during transport
• Facilities using BD Affirm VPIII for Candida, BV, and Trichomonas diagnostics