Medical Swabs

Medical Swabs

  • Puritan Medical Products  Puritan Sterile Polyester Swab, Regular Tip, 6 in., Polystyrene Shaft

    Puritan Sterile Polyester Swab, Regular Tip, 6 in., Polystyrene Shaft

    Puritan Medical Products

    $14.99 - $139.99
    Puritan Sterile Regular Tip Polyester Swab Individually wrapped to prevent sample contamination Polyester swabs are non-absorbent and contains no fatty acids or latent sugars, making it ideal for specimen transport, lab work, and diagnostic kits...
    25-806-1PD
    SKU:
    25-806-1PD
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Sterile:
    Yes
    Overall Length:
    6 in.
    Tip Material:
    Polyester
    Shaft Material:
    Polystyrene
    Anti-Static/ESD:
    No
    Transport Tube:
    No
    Country of Origin:
    USA
    Tip Diameter:
    0.203 in. (5.157 mm)
    $14.99 - $139.99
  • Puritan Medical Products  Puritan Jumbo Tip Cotton Swab, 8 in. Puritan Medical Products  Puritan Jumbo Tip Cotton Swab, 8 in.

    Puritan Jumbo Tip Cotton Swab, 8 in.

    Puritan Medical Products

    $10.79 - $99.99
    Puritan 8" Jumbo Tip Cotton Swab, Paper Shaft Pharma Grade Cotton Suitable for OB/GYN Exams Ideal for gathering specimens during OB/GYN preparation/examinations, Proctoscopy exams, Laboratory cell research. Soft & Extra absorbent jumbo cotton swab...
    808-COTTON
    SKU:
    808-COTTON
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Country of Origin:
    USA
    Sterile:
    No
    Applications:
    Medical / Critical Environment / Health & Beauty
    Overall Length:
    8 in.
    Exact Length:
    207.975 mm (8.188 in.)
    Tip Length:
    28.575 mm (1.125 in.)
    Tip Width:
    12.7 mm (.5 in.)
    Tip Diameter:
    12.7 mm (.5 in.)
    Tip Material:
    Cotton
    Shaft Material:
    Paper
    Handle Length:
    179.4 mm (7.062 in.)
    Handle Diameter:
    3.962 mm (0.156 in.)
    Anti-Static/ESD:
    No
    Transport Tube:
    No
    Box Item Count:
    50 swabs
    Case Item Count:
    10 boxes of 50 swabs
    Tip Diameter:
    0.5 in. (12.7 mm)
    $10.79 - $99.99
  • Puritan Medical Products  Puritan Sterile Polyester Swab, Regular Tip, 6 in., Transport Tube Puritan Medical Products  Puritan Sterile Polyester Swab, Regular Tip, 6 in., Transport Tube

    Puritan Sterile Polyester Swab, Regular Tip, 6 in., Transport Tube

    Puritan Medical Products

    $57.99 - $269.99
    Puritan Sterile Polyester Swab with Transport Tube Secure collection for safe transport to the Lab! Polyester swabs are non-absorbent and contains no fatty acids or latent sugars, making it ideal for specimen transport, lab work, and diagnostic kits...
    25-806-1PD-BT
    SKU:
    25-806-1PD-BT
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Sterile:
    Yes
    Overall Length:
    6 in.
    Tip Material:
    Polyester
    Shaft Material:
    Polystyrene
    Anti-Static/ESD:
    No
    Transport Tube:
    Yes
    Country of Origin:
    USA
    Tip Diameter:
    0.203 in. (5.157 mm)
    $57.99 - $269.99
  • Puritan Medical Products  Puritan Sterile Double Polyester Swabs, Regular Tip, 6 in., Polystyrene Shaft Puritan Medical Products  Puritan Sterile Double Polyester Swabs, Regular Tip, 6 in., Polystyrene Shaft

    Puritan Sterile Double Polyester Swabs, Regular Tip, 6 in., Polystyrene Shaft

    Puritan Medical Products

    $15.99 - $149.99
    Puritan Sterile Double Regular Tip Polyester Swabs Individually wrapped to prevent sample contamination Polyester swabs are non-absorbent and contains no fatty acids or latent sugars, making it ideal for specimen transport, lab work, and diagnostic kits...
    25-806-2PD
    SKU:
    25-806-2PD
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Sterile:
    Yes
    Overall Length:
    6 in.
    Tip Material:
    Polyester
    Shaft Material:
    Polystyrene
    Anti-Static/ESD:
    No
    Transport Tube:
    No
    Country of Origin:
    USA
    Tip Diameter:
    0.203 in. (5.157 mm)
    $15.99 - $149.99
  • Puritan Medical Products  Puritan Sterile Cotton Swab with Cap-Shure, Wood Shaft

    Puritan Sterile Cotton Swab with Cap-Shure, Wood Shaft

    Puritan Medical Products

    $45.99 - $419.99
    Puritan Cap-Shure Sterile Cotton Swabs Tip Protector and Swab in one Sterile Package Aerated Tip protector slides on the shaft and keeps the tip suspended away from the sides. Lays flat to air dry. Designed for DNA and evidence collection. Sterile...
    25-806-1WC-EC
    SKU:
    25-806-1WC-EC
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Sterile:
    Yes
    Overall Length:
    6 in.
    Tip Material:
    HydraFlocked
    Shaft Material:
    Wood
    Anti-Static/ESD:
    No
    Transport Tube:
    Yes
    Country of Origin:
    USA
    Tip Diameter:
    0.188 in. (4.776 mm)
    $45.99 - $419.99
  • Puritan Medical Products 25-1506 1PF 100 Puritan Sterile Foam Swab, Cylindrical Tip, 6 in., Polystyrene Shaft

    Puritan Sterile Foam Swab, Cylindrical Tip, 6 in., Polystyrene Shaft

    Puritan Medical Products

    $27.99 - $259.99
    Puritan Sterile Cylindrical Tip Foam Swab Individually wrapped to prevent sample contamination Foam swab have a high particle collection capacity, suitable for use as a buccal swab and for other cell collection. Use in wildlife forensic biology for DNA...
    25-1506PF
    SKU:
    25-1506PF
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Sterile:
    Yes
    Overall Length:
    6 in.
    Tip Material:
    Foam
    Shaft Material:
    Polystyrene
    Anti-Static/ESD:
    No
    Transport Tube:
    No
    Country of Origin:
    USA
    Tip Diameter:
    0.188 in. (4.776 mm)
    $27.99 - $259.99
  • Puritan Medical Products  Puritan Sterile Regular Tip Cotton Swab, 6 in., Wood Shaft

    Puritan Sterile Regular Tip Cotton Swab, 6 in., Wood Shaft

    Puritan Medical Products

    $11.79 - $104.99
      Puritan Sterile Regular Tip Cotton Swabs Individually wrapped to prevent sample contamination For general-purpose use, as a medication applicator, for wound dressing and cleaning. Features a rigid shaft for specimen collection. Use in site...
    25-806-1WC
    SKU:
    25-806-1WC
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Sterile:
    Yes
    Overall Length:
    6 in.
    Tip Material:
    Cotton
    Shaft Material:
    Wood
    Anti-Static/ESD:
    No
    Transport Tube:
    No
    Country of Origin:
    USA
    Tip Diameter:
    0.188 in. (4.776 mm)
    $11.79 - $104.99
  • Puritan Medical Products  Puritan Sterile Foam Swab, Round Tip, 5 in., Polypropylene Shaft

    Puritan Sterile Foam Swab, Round Tip, 5 in., Polypropylene Shaft

    Puritan Medical Products

    $31.99 - $299.99
      Puritan Sterile Round Tip Foam Swab Large surface area for cell collection Use in collection of specimens for DNA testing. Features large foam swab surface for Buccal cell collection and Luminol test of minute blood stains. Round lollipop shape...
    25-1805-RND
    SKU:
    25-1805-RND
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Sterile:
    Yes
    Overall Length:
    5 in.
    Tip Material:
    Foam
    Shaft Material:
    Polypropylene
    Anti-Static/ESD:
    No
    Transport Tube:
    No
    Country of Origin:
    USA
    Tip Diameter:
    0.906 in. (23.013 mm)
    $31.99 - $299.99
  • Puritan Sterile Regular Tip Medical Cotton Swab

    Puritan Sterile Regular Tip Cotton Swab, 6 in., Polypropylene Shaft

    Puritan Medical Products

    $16.99 - $119.99
    Puritan Sterile Regular Tip Cotton Swabs Individually wrapped to prevent sample contamination A good choice for a general purpose swab - use as a medication applicator, for wound dressing and cleaning and cell collection for DNA testing. Sterile cotton...
    25-806-1PC
    SKU:
    25-806-1PC
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Sterile:
    Yes
    Overall Length:
    6 in.
    Tip Material:
    Cotton
    Shaft Material:
    Wood
    Anti-Static/ESD:
    No
    Transport Tube:
    No
    Country of Origin:
    USA
    Tip Diameter:
    0.203 in. (5.157 mm)
    $16.99 - $119.99
  • Puritan Medical Products  Sterile HydraFlock Flocked Swab, Regular Tip, 6 in., Polystyrene Shaft

    Sterile HydraFlock Flocked Swab, Regular Tip, 6 in., Polystyrene Shaft

    Puritan Medical Products

    $23.99 - $219.99
    HydraFlock® Flocked Sterile Swab, Regular Tip Higher absorption capacity! HydraFlock Flocked Swabs provide superior collection and release of specimens. The unique microstructure of Hydra's multi-length fibers are designed to enhance rapid...
    25-3306-H
    SKU:
    25-3306-H
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Sterile:
    Yes
    Overall Length:
    6 in.
    Tip Material:
    HydraFlocked
    Shaft Material:
    Polystyrene
    Anti-Static/ESD:
    No
    Transport Tube:
    No
    Country of Origin:
    USA
    Tip Diameter:
    0.2 in. (5.08 mm)
    Break Point (From end of tip):
    3.15 in. (80 mm)
    $23.99 - $219.99
  • Puritan Medical Products  Puritan Sterile Foam Swab, Plastic Shaft, Transport Tube

    Puritan Sterile Foam Swab, Plastic Shaft, Transport Tube

    Puritan Medical Products

    $63.99 - $299.99
    Puritan Cell Collection Foam Swab with Transport Tube Transport Tube keeps your specimen safe! Lab Recommended. Suitable for use as buccal swab and for other cell collection for testing including DNA. Sterile swabs come in sealed dry transport tubes...
    25-1506-1PF-BT
    SKU:
    25-1506-1PF-BT
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Sterile:
    Yes
    Overall Length:
    6 in.
    Tip Material:
    Foam
    Shaft Material:
    Polystyrene
    Anti-Static/ESD:
    No
    Transport Tube:
    Yes
    Country of Origin:
    USA
    Tip Diameter:
    0.14 in. (3.556 mm)
    $63.99 - $299.99
  • Puritan Medical Products  Puritan Sterile Cotton Swab, 6 in., Wood Shaft Puritan Medical Products  Puritan Sterile Cotton Swab, 6 in., Wood Shaft

    Puritan Sterile Cotton Swab, 6 in., Wood Shaft

    Puritan Medical Products

    $13.59 - $124.99
        Puritan Sterile Cotton Swabs Individually wrapped to prevent sample contamination Suitable for Cosmetic Applications/tattoos, medication applicator, wound dressing/cleaning and specimen collection Sterile cotton swabs are individually...
    25-806-2WC
    SKU:
    25-806-2WC
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Sterile:
    Yes
    Overall Length:
    6 in.
    Tip Material:
    Cotton
    Shaft Material:
    Wood
    Anti-Static/ESD:
    No
    Transport Tube:
    No
    Country of Origin:
    USA
    Tip Diameter:
    0.188 in. (4.776 mm)
    $13.59 - $124.99
  • Puritan Medical Products  Puritan Sterile Rayon Swab, Mini Tip, 5.4 in., Aluminum Shaft .035 in. D.

    Puritan Sterile Rayon Swab, Mini Tip, 5.4 in., Aluminum Shaft .035 in. D.

    Puritan Medical Products

    $36.59 - $339.99
      Puritan Sterile Mini Tip Rayon Swab Individually wrapped to prevent sample contamination! Ideal for diagnostic specimen collection, DNA testing, wound treatment and application of medicines Made from finest USP grade rayon fiber, low-lint. Rayon...
    25-800R
    SKU:
    25-800R
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Sterile:
    Yes
    Overall Length:
    5.4 in.
    Tip Material:
    Polyester
    Shaft Material:
    Aluminum
    Anti-Static/ESD:
    No
    Transport Tube:
    No
    Country of Origin:
    USA
    Tip Diameter:
    0.078 in. (1.982 mm)
    $36.59 - $339.99
  • Puritan Medical Products  Sterile PurFlock Ultra Flocked Swab, Elongated Tip, 6 in., Polystyrene Shaft

    Sterile PurFlock Ultra Flocked Swab, Elongated Tip, 6 in., Polystyrene Shaft

    Puritan Medical Products

    $29.99 - $279.99
      PurFlock Sterile Elongated Tip Swab Higher absorption capacity! PurFlock swabs are a ideal choice in polyester flock swabs with excellent absorption and elution of specimens when high levels of absorbency aren't necessary. Ideal for PCR,...
    25-3606-U
    SKU:
    25-3606-U
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Sterile:
    Yes
    Overall Length:
    6 in.
    Tip Material:
    Ultra Flocked
    Shaft Material:
    Polystyrene
    Anti-Static/ESD:
    No
    Transport Tube:
    No
    Country of Origin:
    USA
    Tip Diameter:
    0.219 in. (5.563 mm)
    Break Point (From end of tip):
    1.19 in. (30 mm)
    $29.99 - $279.99
  • Puritan Medical Products  Sterile PurFlock Ultra Flocked Swab, Large Tip, 6 in., Polystyrene Shaft

    Sterile PurFlock Ultra Flocked Swab, Large Tip, 6 in., Polystyrene Shaft

    Puritan Medical Products

    $21.59 - $199.99
      Sterile PurFlock® Ultra Large Tip Swab Ideal for rapid diagnostic testing! An ideal choice in polyester flock swabs with excellent absorption and elution of specimens when high levels of absorbency aren't necessary. PurFlock Ultra's high...
    25-3406-U
    SKU:
    25-3406-U
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Sterile:
    Yes
    Overall Length:
    6 in.
    Tip Material:
    Ultra Flocked
    Shaft Material:
    Polystyrene
    Anti-Static/ESD:
    No
    Transport Tube:
    No
    Country of Origin:
    USA
    Tip Diameter:
    0.212 in. (5.385 mm)
    Break Point (From end of tip):
    3.15 in. (80 mm)
    $21.59 - $199.99
  • Puritan Medical Products  Sterile PurFlock Ultra Flocked Swab, Regular Tip, 6 in. Polystyrene Shaft

    Sterile PurFlock Ultra Flocked Swab, Regular Tip, 6 in. Polystyrene Shaft

    Puritan Medical Products

    $21.59 - $199.99
      Sterile PurFlock® Ultra Regular Tip Swab Ideal for rapid diagnostic testing! An ideal choice in polyester flock swabs with excellent absorption and elution of specimens when high levels of absorbency aren't necessary. PurFlock Ultra's high...
    25-3306-U
    SKU:
    25-3306-U
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Sterile:
    Yes
    Overall Length:
    6 in.
    Tip Material:
    Ultra Flocked
    Shaft Material:
    Polystyrene
    Anti-Static/ESD:
    No
    Transport Tube:
    No
    Country of Origin:
    USA
    Tip Diameter:
    0.2 in. (5.08 mm)
    Break Point (From end of tip):
    3.15 in. (80 mm)
    $21.59 - $199.99

Medical Swabs

Choose from a variety of sterile swab head shapes and materials including sterile cotton, rayon, polyester, foam, and flocked. Handle options include wood, plastic, and biodegradable paper. Most swabs are manufactured in the USA. Some Sterile swabs uses are to collect/transfer bacteria onto a growth medium, among many other applications. Choose from a variety of handle types, swab tip types, and sizes to suit your needs and maximize patient comfort and/or sample collection. These sterile swabs are designed for specimen collection, site preparation, or general medical purposes. Great for forensics and general medical applications. Medical swabs are ideal for culturing, transport, and environmental sampling.

Our sterile swab sticks are made with top-quality materials like sterile cotton, rayon, polyester, foam and flocked by top brands like Puritan Medical Products. But not every material is ideal for every application. For your general purpose applications, we highly recommend our sterile cotton swab for microbiology and many more applications. Each cotton sterile swab stick is made from pharmaceutical-grade spun cotton fiber in the U.S., so you know you're getting the best quality with these medical cotton swabs. Wooden stick swabs are the most common option, but we also have styles with plastic shafts that are a bit more flexible. You'll also find swabs with medical foam swabs (ideal for use with chemicals) and medical rayon swabs (ideal for eliminating damaging elements that could interfere with specimens) in this huge selection.

For specialty applications, we're happy to provide wound measurement swabs and calcium alginate medical swabs. The former is uniquely designed for wound measurement due to the flexible shaft, while the latter features biodegradable fibers which makes them ideal for specimen collection. Self-saturating swabs are a must for environments where you need extra convenience with pre-filled solutions. If you're unsure which style would be best-suited to your needs, don't hesitate to contact us today.

What makes a sterile swab? 

All of Puritan's sterile swabs undergo either ethylene oxide gas sterilization or gamma irradiation sterilization before they are sent to customers.

  • Ethylene oxide sterilization: Used for delicate instruments and devices that can't tolerate heat or moisture. Treated with ethylene oxide gas, which disrupts the DNA of any microorganisms living on them and stops the organisms from reproducing.
  • Gamma rays: A form of electromagnetic radiation. Rays pass through plastics and kill bacteria by breaking the bonds of bacterial DNA. Gamma radiation is very penetrating, and is commonly used for sterilization of disposable medical equipment.

Sterile Swab Materials

Medical and sterile swabs are essential devices in medical operations. These single-use tools are designed and fabricated for diverse applications, including wound treatment, specimen collection and even equipment cleanup. Calcium alginate swab use goes beyond medicine.It is important to note that there are different types of swabs available for varying uses.

If you are on the market for swabs for your work environment, you must evaluate the available options before making your purchase. Here is a simple guide on the different medical swabs, their benefits and uses to help you select the best products.

Calcium Alginate

Calcium alginate swabs have organic tips. These tips are fabricated using a material derived from seaweed. These products are primarily used for specimen collection, but they are also quite advantageous in wound treatment. The primary benefit of using calcium alginate swabs over alternatives is the biodegradability.  The fibers on the body and around wounds from the tips will degrade naturally, eliminating residues.

Sterilized Cotton Swabs

If you are looking for general purpose medical swabs, you should choose cotton tip products. These tools are low-cost items which are perfect for high volume needs. Moreover, the products have desirable properties such as high absorbency, safety and softness. Cotton swabs can be used for wound treatment, cleaning and dressing application. You can also use the swab for sample collection and DNA testing, but you should use DNA free cotton swabs for the most accurate results.

Sterile Flocked Swabs

You should choose flocked medical swabs if you are on the market for specimen collection tools. These swabs are specially manufactured to guarantee superior performance in this application. The flocked tip of the swab is made by arranging multi-length polyester fibers with split ends uniformly around the shaft. Unlike other swabs, the collection of specimen does not depend on absorption. Instead, the collection relies on the special design, guaranteeing the best extraction performance.

Sterile Foam Swabs 

Foam tip medical swabs are fabricated using medical-grade polyurethane foam. The high absorbency of the foam makes the product beneficial for specimen collection and testing applications. The soft, nonabrasive nature of the foam is suitable if you are looking for swabs to clean your delicate equipment. Moreover, it is important to note that the material can withstand exposure to chemicals which compromise other types of tips.

 OB/GYN Swabs

You should select special OBGYN medical swabs if you are looking to acquire products for gynecological examination and preparation. These medical tools are designed and fabricated with oversized tips, guaranteeing efficient application. The OBGYN swabs are sterile, highly absorbent and latex-free. When shopping for your swabs, you can purchase rayon or cotton tips. Also, consider acquiring cervical scrapers and collection devices along with your swabs for efficiency.

Sterile Polyester Swabs

If your laboratory or other medical space requires swabs for biological tests, it is important to consider polyester tip swabs. These sterile devices are made using medical-grade polyester which is compatible with most lab tests. For instance, the polyester tip swabs can be used in PCR testing, rapid test diagnostics and general microbiological analysis. The product is also useful in specimen collection, and its exceptional sterility will prevent sample contamination.

Sterile Rayon Swabs

Rayon medical swabs are ideal for use in medical applications where cotton-tipped products are unsuitable. Their soft and absorbent nature makes these swabs perfect for specimen collection. In general, the tips of these tools are made using wood pulp. However, the natural material is processed extensively to eliminate compounds which could contaminate the specimen. Therefore, you can collect, process and transport your samples without concern.

Sterile Wound Measurement

Measuring surgical wounds, lacerations and other forms of damage can expose a patient to infections. Therefore, it is important to have sterile wound measurement swabs to acquire the right readings while minimizing the risk of infections. Wound measurement sticks and swabs are favorable because they are flexible and use a metric rule. Also, the foam tips at the end of the shafts are perfect for undermining, packing and tunneling around the wound.

Choosing The Right Medical Swabs

Choosing and purchasing the right medical swabs for your needs is not an insurmountable process. You will only need to consider your potential application of the medical tool in your work environment. It is also advisable to compare the different tip sizes and shaft lengths and designs. In addition, you must think about the suitability of the shaft material for your applications. If you are interested in a range of disposable swabs and applicators, consult Harmony for more information.