Features

• OraSure® HIV-1 Oral Specimen Collection Device enables the collection of an oral fluid sample for use with a lab-based EIA screening test that delivers accurate results for antibodies to HIV-1
• The OraSure HIV-1 device consists of an absorbent cotton fiber pad, impregnated with a proprietary mixture of common salts and gelatin, affixed to a nylon stick
• The pad creates a hypertonic environment and an increased osmotic pressure whenever it contacts oral mucosal cells
• The pad is placed in contact with the gingival mucosa (between the lower gum and cheek) and enhances the flow of mucosal transudate across the mucosal surfaces onto the absorptive cotton fibers of the pad
• Material with each device: One treated cotton fiber Collection Pad (contains gelatin) on a nylon stick, one Specimen Vial containing blue preservative solution, subject information pamphlet