Product Name	Regular-Tip Veterinary Flocked Sampling Swab
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Product Overview	The Regular-Tip Veterinary Flocked Sampling Swab is designed for efficient collection of biological specimens from livestock and other animals. The flocked tip uses vertically arranged synthetic fibers that create a soft, brush-like sampling surface and provide efficient uptake of liquid, cellular and microbiological material. Unlike traditional wound-fiber swabs with an internal absorbent matrix, flocked fibers hold the collected specimen primarily on and between the fiber surfaces. This structure helps promote rapid release when the swab is placed into compatible transport medium or processed according to laboratory procedures. The regular-tip format provides a practical sampling area for routine veterinary specimen collection and is suitable for livestock farms, veterinary clinics, diagnostic laboratories, breeding operations and animal disease surveillance programs.
Key Features	Regular-size flocked tip suitable for routine veterinary specimen collection. Perpendicular nylon fibers support efficient sample collection and release. Brush-like flocked surface helps collect liquid, cellular, solid and semi-solid material. Open fiber structure supports rapid elution into compatible transport media. Molded breakpoint facilitates transfer of the swab tip into suitable transport tubes. Sterile single-wrapped configuration supports hygienic field and laboratory use. Plastic shaft construction provides lightweight and convenient handling. Suitable for livestock disease screening, veterinary diagnostics and routine herd health monitoring. Can be paired with suitable bacterial, viral or molecular transport systems according to the required laboratory method. Available for commercial farms, veterinary distributors and large-scale animal health projects.
Structural Components	Regular Flocked Tip: Synthetic flocked fibers create a high-contact sampling surface for efficient specimen uptake. Plastic Shaft: Provides controlled handling during veterinary specimen collection. Molded Breakpoint: Allows the sampled portion to be separated from the shaft when required by the transport system. Sterile Packaging: Individual wrapping helps protect the swab before use. Optional Transport Tube: Can be supplied with compatible specimen transport media according to testing requirements.
Working Principle	During sampling, the flocked tip is gently rotated or moved across the selected animal sampling site according to the veterinary protocol. Capillary action between the closely spaced fibers draws liquid specimen onto the swab, while the brush-like surface helps dislodge and collect cellular or microbiological material. After collection, the swab can be inserted into a compatible transport tube or processing medium. Because the specimen is held close to the surface of the flocked fibers rather than deeply trapped inside an absorbent core, the collected material can be released efficiently during agitation, mixing or laboratory processing. Sampling site, technique, transport medium, storage conditions and laboratory method should always follow the requirements of the target diagnostic test.
Technical Specifications	Product Type Veterinary flocked specimen collection swab Tip Type Regular flocked tip Reference Fiber Material Nylon flocked fibers Fiber Arrangement Perpendicular flocked fibers Shaft Material Medical-grade plastic, according to configuration Breakpoint Molded breakpoint; position according to selected configuration Sterility Sterile configuration available Packaging Individually wrapped Reference Shelf Pack 100 pieces for the reference regular flocked swab Transport Medium Selected according to bacterial, viral or molecular testing requirements Use Type Single use
Applications	Livestock respiratory specimen collection. Veterinary oral and oropharyngeal sampling. Nasal sampling according to veterinary diagnostic protocols. Animal skin and wound specimen collection. Rectal and fecal-associated sampling when specified by the test procedure. Reproductive tract specimen collection where a regular-tip swab is appropriate. Cattle, pig, goat-farming-equipment/" target="_blank" class="keylink">sheep, goat and poultry disease surveillance programs. Veterinary bacterial culture and molecular diagnostic sampling. Commercial farm biosecurity and herd health monitoring. Veterinary diagnostic laboratories and animal research facilities.
Customization Options	Swab shaft length: Customizable. Breakpoint position: According to project requirements. Regular-tip dimensions: Available upon request. Individual sterile packaging: Available upon request. Dry swab or transport-tube configuration: Customizable. Compatible transport medium: According to laboratory testing requirements. Label and packaging format: Customizable. Bulk veterinary sampling kits: Available according to project requirements.
Use & Handling	Select the sampling site and transport medium according to the target pathogen, laboratory test and veterinary sampling protocol. Open the sterile package immediately before specimen collection and avoid touching the flocked tip or other surfaces that may contaminate the sample. Position the swab at the required anatomical site and rotate or move the flocked tip gently to collect sufficient specimen. Avoid excessive force that could injure the animal or damage the sample. After collection, insert the swab promptly into the designated transport tube. When the selected system uses a molded breakpoint, bend or snap the shaft at the intended breakpoint and close the tube securely. Clearly identify each specimen and maintain the storage and transport conditions required by the diagnostic laboratory. The swab is intended for single use and should be discarded according to local veterinary biohazard procedures after processing.
Product FAQ	What is the advantage of a flocked sampling swab? Flocked fibers provide a large contact surface for collecting specimens and hold material close to the fiber surface, helping improve subsequent release into compatible transport or processing media. What does regular-tip mean? Regular-tip refers to a standard-size flocked sampling head designed for routine specimen collection where a fine minitip or highly flexible shaft is not required. Can the swab be used for livestock sampling? Yes. Regular flocked swabs can be used in cattle, pigs, sheep, goats and other animals when the selected sampling site and swab configuration are suitable for the veterinary diagnostic procedure. Can it be used for bacterial and molecular testing? Yes, depending on the specimen type, transport medium and validated laboratory method. The swab and medium must be selected according to the target diagnostic assay. Why does the shaft have a breakpoint? A molded breakpoint allows the sampled end of the shaft to be separated conveniently and retained inside a compatible transport tube. Is the swab reusable? No. Sterile veterinary sampling swabs are intended for single use to reduce contamination and cross-contamination risks.
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