SAMPLE COLLECTION CARD, 5 circles perforated (Munksjö)

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SAMPLE COLLECTION CARD, 5 circles

Definition

Sample collection cards are intended for the collection of dried blood spots (DBS) or dried plasma spots (DPS). The DBS and DPS are used for diagnosis and follow up of HIV infections and other pathogens by analysis of nucleic acids (DNA/RNA).

Synonym

filter paper or sampling card

Specifications

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Technical specifications

  • Paper card with 5 pre-printed and pre-perforated discs of 12 mm Ø
  • Each disc can hold 70-80 µl of sample
  • Paper: white, 100% cotton, no wet-strength additives

Packaging & Labelling

Instructions for use

After drying, the sample card should be stored in a ziplock bag with dessicant and a humidity indicator (10-60%). When the relative humidity rate on the humidity indicator card reaches 30% the dessicant bags must be replaced (see related items).

Please consult the “Updated laboratory procedures, 2022” available online via the Laboratory working Group sharepoint page: Laboratory Procedures and Resources.

https://msfintl.sharepoint.com/sites/msfintlcommunities/LabWG/SitePages/Laboratory-Manual-page.aspx

For offline access, contact your laboratory advisor.

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Storage

Shelf life: 24 months

MSF requirements

Sampling card, easy to use and to transport for (blood or plasma) sample collection in remote areas, with a possibility of an extended storage time, used for diagnosis purposes.

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