Description
Status Flu Swabs are the sterile nasopharyngeal refill swabs LifeSign lists for the Status Flu A&B test, in a 6 inch HydraFlock format. The manufacturer lists this item as the nasal swab refill in the ordering table of its flu product page, at 52 swabs per box.
- HydraFlock Fiber Tip – The flocked tip is built for specimen uptake and release in nasopharyngeal collection.
- Sterile, 6 Inch Format – Each swab is sterile and sized for nasopharyngeal reach in adult collection.
- The Listed Refill – LifeSign names this item as the swab refill for the Status Flu A&B system, so compatibility is by design.
Refill Swabs Matched to the Status Flu System
Flu kits consume swabs at the rate testing consumes them, and a program stalls when the refill is an approximation. This box restocks the exact swab the Status Flu A&B system lists: a sterile 6 inch nasopharyngeal swab with a HydraFlock flocked tip. Flocked fibers collect and release specimen efficiently, which is the mechanical heart of a good nasopharyngeal sample. LifeSign lists 52 swabs per box in the flu page's ordering table, under the refill line for the test. Stocking the manufacturer's refill keeps collection consistent with the assay's validated workflow.
Features and Benefits
Collection Quality
- Flocked Tip Performance – HydraFlock fibers pick up and release specimen more completely than wound-fiber tips.
- Nasopharyngeal Length – The 6 inch format reaches the nasopharynx for the specimen the assay is validated on.
Program Fit
- Manufacturer-Matched Refill – The swab is the one LifeSign lists for the Status Flu A&B test, removing compatibility guesswork.
- Sterile Single Swabs – Sterile presentation suits clinical collection and infection-control practice.
Product Specifications
Swab Details
- Type: Nasopharyngeal swab, HydraFlock flocked tip
- Length: 6 in
- Sterility: Sterile
- Compatibility: Status Flu A&B test (manufacturer-listed refill)
Packaging
- Swabs per Box: 52
- Packaging: Sold by the box, each
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Why Choose the Status Flu Swab Refill
Substitute swabs change collection mechanics, and collection quality drives antigen test performance. This refill is the swab the manufacturer lists for its own flu system, in the sterile flocked format the assay expects. For consistent flu results, that match is the difference.
- Validated Collection Path – Using the listed refill keeps specimen collection aligned with the assay's design.
- Flocked-Tip Uptake – HydraFlock fibers support a fuller specimen and cleaner release into the assay.
- Bulk Refill Count – Fifty-two swabs per box keeps pace with kit consumption through respiratory season.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are these swabs for?
They are the sterile nasopharyngeal refill swabs for the Status Flu A&B test. LifeSign lists them as the nasal swab refill on the flu product page.
What is HydraFlock?
HydraFlock is the flocked fiber tip material on these swabs. Flocked tips are designed to collect and release specimen efficiently.
Are the swabs sterile?
Yes, the swabs are sterile. Each is a 6 inch nasopharyngeal format.
How many come in a box?
The box holds 52 swabs. It is sold as one refill unit for the flu testing program.
Can they be used with other tests?
They are listed by the manufacturer for the Status Flu A&B system. Use with other assays follows those assays' own instructions.
