Direct Load Capture Cap Collection Kit

No specimen transfer.

Transform specimen processing with the only nasopharyngeal (NP) swab that loads directly for COVID testing.

No specimen transfer. Expedite your SARS-CoV-2* workflow with a collection device that loads directly on the Panther® system. The Direct Load Capture Cap Collection Kit is authorized for use with the Aptima® SARS-CoV-2 and Aptima SARS-CoV-2/Flu assays.


Deliver Results Sooner

Uncap & Load
  • Directly load alongside specimen types for other assays with true random and continuous access.
  • Non-hazardous lysis buffer reduces risk by inactivating common respiratory viruses, minimizing biosafety needs.

Traditional 8-Step Respiratory Specimen Workflow

  1. Uncap Collection Tube
  2. Uncap Transfer Tube
  3. Transfer Primary Specimen
  4. Recap Transfer Tube
  5. Recap Collection Tube
  6. Mix Transfer Tube
  7. Uncap Transfer Tube
  8. Load onto System

Reduce Labor/Costs/Risk with Fewer Steps
  • Eliminate manual specimen transfer steps.
  • Reduce potential for human error.
  • Remove costs for additional consumables.
  • FLOQSwab® for NP and mid-turbinate collection.
  • Inactivates common respiratory viruses.
  • Guanidine free, non-toxic media.