Collection Information

Need SHL Virus Isolation and Detection Kit (obtain from lab) or equivalent viral transport medium.  SHL paperwork needs to accompany the specimen. See Resources tab to the left for copy of form.

Specimen type: Buccal/Oral Swab

Collection Instructions:   The buccal cavity is the space between the cheek and teeth. The parotid duct drains in the space near the upper molars.  Massage the parotid gland area just in front of the ear and near the angle of the jaw for 30 seconds prior to collecting secretions on the swab.  Swab the buccal cavity by sweeping the swab near the upper molar to the lower molar.  Place the swab in the M4-RT viral transprt medium and do not remove the swab.