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4. Withdraw the swab from the nasal cavity. The sample is now ready for
processing using the BD Veritor System Kit.
Proper Nasopharyngeal Swab Sample Collection
1. The BD Veritor System Kit includes swabs with a flocked tip for nasopharyngeal
specimen collection.
2. Insert the swab into one nostril of the patient, reaching the surface of the
posterior nasopharynx.
3. Rotate the swab over the surface of the posterior nasopharynx.
4. Withdraw the swab from the nasal cavity. The sample is now ready for
processing using the BD Veritor System Kit.
DOs and DON'Ts of Sample Collection
• Do collect sample as soon as possible after onset of symptoms
• Do test sample immediately
• BD recommends flocked swabs which are provided in the BD Veritor System Flu A+B Kit
• Do not use cotton tips and wood shafts
• Do not use calcium alginate swabs
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