Transport Tubes & Vials

<h2 dir="ltr">What are Fecal Collection Tubes?</h2>
 Fecal collection tubes are pre-filled, single-use containers for stabilizing DNA, RNA, and the microbial community profile of stool specimens at ambient temperature&mdash;eliminating the need for immediate freezing after collection. A spoon or spatula attached to the screw cap enables hygienic self-collection of approximately 200&ndash;500 mg of stool directly into the preservative. Tubes are used in gut microbiome research (16S rRNA, metagenomics, metatranscriptomics), intestinal pathogen surveillance, SARS-CoV-2 wastewater and fecal RNA detection, and colorectal disease biomarker studies. Choose fecal collection tubes with an RNA-stabilizing preservative (DNA/RNA Shield) when both DNA and RNA targets&mdash;or fragile viral RNA&mdash;must be preserved from stool specimens shipped at room temperature.
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<h2 dir="ltr">What you will find:</h2>
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<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Fecal collection tubes with stabilization preservatives for DNA/RNA preservation</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Stool sample collection kits with integrated sampling spoons or swabs</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Microbiome preservation tubes for sequencing and research applications</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Sterile fecal collection containers for clinical diagnostics</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Leak-proof transport tubes for safe sample handling</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Pathogen-inactivating collection systems for improved biosafety</li>
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<h2 dir="ltr"> How to Choose Fecal Collection Tubes</h2>
 Preservative Chemistry Zymo Research DNA/RNA Shield fecal tubes (catalog R1101, 9 mL fill) stabilize DNA and RNA and take a microbial snapshot at the time of collection by inactivating viruses and pathogens. Standard OMNIgene&bull;GUT (DNA Genotek) tubes stabilize DNA for microbiome DNA profiling, but are not validated for RNA preservation. For any RNA target&mdash;metatranscriptomics, viral RNA, host gene expression in stool&mdash;choose DNA/RNA Shield-based tubes.
Bead Format vs. No Beads Catalog R1101 is a 9 mL tube without beads for direct stool input, followed by vortexing. Catalog R1137 (4 mL, with 5 glass beads) facilitates mechanical homogenization of hard fecal pellets, particularly from mouse and non-human primate models. Choose the bead format when working with solid or compacted stool material requiring physical disruption before stabilization.
Tube Volume and Sample Input Standard Zymo fecal tubes accommodate 200&ndash;500 mg of stool in 9 mL of reagent or 100&ndash;200 mg in 4 mL (bead format). Confirm fill volume against your extraction kit's minimum input. Over-filling exceeds the validated preservative-to-sample ratio and risks incomplete pathogen inactivation and nucleic acid degradation.
Downstream Application Compatibility All DNA/RNA Shield fecal tubes are compatible with Zymo ZymoBIOMICS DNA Miniprep, Quick-RNA, and Direct-zol kits without reagent removal. For third-party kits (QIAGEN PowerSoil, Thermo Fisher MagMAX), run a pilot test: residual Shield at high concentration may cause column inhibition in some bead-based soil kits.
Kit vs. Tube-Only Format The Zymo Individual Fecal Collection Kit (R1101-K) packages one fecal tube, a Feces Catcher, gloves, and a biohazard bag in a sealed pouch&mdash;suitable for mailed at-home collection in population studies. The tube-only format (10-pack or 50-pack) suits high-throughput lab processing where accessories are managed separately.
<h2 dir="ltr"> Specifications Context</h2>
 Zymo Research DNA/RNA Shield fecal tubes are 20 &times; 76 mm screw-cap polypropylene vessels with a spoon integrated into the cap. The reagent preserves nucleic acids for 28 days at ambient temperature (15&ndash;25 &deg;C); samples can be frozen at &minus;20 &deg;C or &minus;80 &deg;C for long-term archival. SARS-CoV-2 RNA preservation in fecal samples using DNA/RNA Shield was evaluated in a 2021 Nature Communications study (Huber et al.) that benchmarked it against OMNIgene&bull;GUT and unpreserved PBS controls, demonstrating superior viral RNA recovery after ambient-temperature storage. Fecal samples stabilized with DNA/RNA Shield are non-infectious and compatible with standard courier shipping under UN3373 and IATA P650. As of 2026, the ZR1101 and ZR1137 catalog numbers are available through MBP with direct PO ordering. 
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Fecal Collection

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Bunny Wipe Fecal Sample Collector

Bunny Wipe Fecal Sample Collector R1133-1 by Zymo Research — single 102 mm × 102 mm flushable wipe for non-invasive, self-administered fecal microbiome sample collection. Pairs with DNA/RNA Shield Fecal Collection Tube (R1101); DNA stable ≥2 years, RNA ≥1 month at ambient temperature (4–25°C). Compatible with NGS, qPCR, and microbiome workflows. Order via <a href="https://www.mbpinc.net/quickorder">Quick Order</a> or <a href="mailto:customerservice@mbpinc.net">customerservice@mbpinc.net</a>.

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Bunny Wipe

Bunny Wipe (10 Pack)

Bunny Wipe with DNA/RNA Shield™ Fecal Collection Tube (10 Pack)

ColOff® (Stool Collection Device)

ColOff® Stool Collection Device R1101-2-5 by Zymo Research is a gamma-sterilized, oxo-biodegradable HDPE plastic film sleeve placed over the toilet seat for hygienic fecal sample collection. Each 5-pack is single-use and sterile; collected stool is transferred to a preservation tube (such as R1101) for downstream DNA/RNA extraction.

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<h2 dir="ltr">What is DNA/RNA Shield?</h2>
 DNA/RNA Shield is a nucleic acid stabilization reagent developed by Zymo Research that preserves DNA and RNA in biological samples at ambient temperature (15&ndash;25 &deg;C) without freezing or refrigeration. The aqueous reagent permeates cells on contact, inactivating nucleases and infectious agents&mdash;including viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites&mdash;while maintaining the genetic integrity and gene expression profiles of samples for up to 28 days at room temperature or multiple years at &minus;20 &deg;C. Sample types include cells, tissues, swabs, blood, saliva, urine, feces, plant material, insects, and environmental specimens. DNA/RNA Shield is the primary reagent for any workflow requiring ambient-temperature nucleic acid preservation from collection through extraction.
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DNA/RNA stabilization solution for biological sample preservation
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Ambient temperature sample preservation reagents
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1X and 2X concentration formats for different sample types
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Nucleic acid protection reagents for molecular workflows
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Pathogen-inactivating preservation solutions for safer handling
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Compatible solutions for PCR, qPCR, and sequencing workflows
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General-purpose nucleic acid preservation reagents for research use
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<h2 dir="ltr"> How to Choose the Right DNA/RNA Shield Format</h2>
 1&times; Solution vs. 2&times; Concentrate The 1&times; ready-to-use solution (catalog R1100) is used directly: add 1 volume of reagent per 1 volume of liquid sample, or submerge tissue fully. The 2&times; concentrate (R1200) is used to treat high-volume liquid samples (blood, urine) where diluting the sample would reduce nucleic acid input. Prepare a working 1&times; solution by mixing 2&times; concentrate 1:1 with the liquid sample at collection.
Pre-filled Devices vs. Bulk Reagent Pre-filled collection tubes, swab kits, lysis tubes, and saliva kits deliver accurate volumes at the point of collection without pipetting. Bulk reagent (50 mL&ndash;250 mL) is used in the laboratory for tissue immersion, custom plate-based workflows, or when preparing multiple collection devices at once.
DNA-Only vs. Dual DNA + RNA Preservation DNA/RNA Shield preserves both simultaneously. If only DNA is required (e.g., genotyping, RFLP), any stabilization reagent is adequate. When RNA is the target&mdash;particularly for transcriptomics, gene expression, or viral RNA detection&mdash;DNA/RNA Shield is preferred over RNAlater because it requires no removal before extraction and prevents freeze-thaw degradation.
Downstream Extraction Compatibility DNA/RNA Shield is directly compatible with Zymo Research Quick-DNA, Quick-RNA, ZymoBIOMICS, and Direct-zol kits without removal. Third-party kits (QIAGEN DNeasy, Thermo Fisher MagMAX) require pilot testing; residual shield reagent can cause inhibition in some column-based systems at high concentrations.
Volume Per Sample For swab samples: pre-filled 1 mL or 2 mL collection tubes. For tissue: 10&times; volume reagent per gram; a 50 mg biopsy needs ~500 &micro;L reagent in a 2 mL tube. For stool: 1 mL reagent per 50&ndash;100 mg sample. For whole blood: use the 2&times; concentrate at a 1:5 blood-to-reagent ratio for DNA/RNA blood collection tubes.
<h2 dir="ltr"> Specifications Context</h2>
 DNA/RNA Shield has received FDA 510(k) clearance (K202641) for SARS-CoV-2 RNA preservation and viral inactivation. The reagent is supplied as a clear aqueous solution, RNase-free, DNase-free, and PCR-inhibitor-free per lot certificate. At &minus;20 &deg;C storage, DNA stability extends to 2+ years with no measurable freeze-thaw degradation. A precipitate may form at temperatures below 15 &deg;C; resolving requires warming to &gt;37 &deg;C for 10 minutes; reagent function is unaffected. DNA/RNA Shield is among the most-cited sample stabilization reagents in published microbiome, environmental genomics, and infectious disease surveillance literature.
 MBP is a registered vendor for Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Vanderbilt University, and MD Anderson Cancer Center. Bulk volume and PO orders accepted. <a href="https://mbpinc.net/contact-us">Contact the MBP team&nbsp;</a>to request a quote.

DNA/RNA Shield

<h2 dir="ltr">What are UTM Tubes?</h2>
 Universal Transport Medium (UTM) tubes are pre-filled collection and transport systems containing Hanks' Balanced Salt Solution (HBSS) enriched with proteins, a pH indicator, and antibiotics that maintain the viability of viruses, Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, and Ureaplasma for 48 hours at room or refrigerated temperature. They are used in molecular diagnostics, viral culture, antigen detection, and NAAT-based workflows for respiratory, genital, and other clinical specimens. The Copan UTM&reg; (catalog 360C and related) is FDA-cleared and is cited in CDC guidelines as an acceptable transport system for SARS-CoV-2 specimens. Choose UTM tubes over plain saline when the specimen requires extended ambient-temperature stability, viral viability for culture, or compatibility with automated molecular diagnostic platforms validated for UTM matrix.
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<h2 dir="ltr">What you will find:</h2>
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<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Pre-filled UTM tubes for viral and microbial specimen transport</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Swab-integrated collection systems for respiratory sampling</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">3 mL and 5 mL Universal Transport Medium tube formats</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Sterile screw-cap tubes for secure clinical handling</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Buffered transport medium for pathogen stabilization</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Nasopharyngeal and/or oropharyngeal compatible sampling systems</li>
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<h2 dir="ltr"> How to Choose UTM Tubes</h2>
 Standard Tube vs. Round-Bottom (UTM-RT) Standard UTM tubes (12 &times; 80 mm, red cap, 3 mL) require swab removal and possible aliquoting before loading onto automated analyzers. The UTM-RT&reg; Round Bottom Tube is engineered for direct loading onto Roche cobas&reg; 5800/6800/8800 platforms without aliquoting or swab removal, saving processing steps in high-volume clinical labs. Choose UTM-RT if your laboratory runs cobas instrumentation at scale.
With or Without Swab Bulk media tubes (tube-only format) suit labs that stock their own swab type. Kit configurations pair UTM tubes with Copan FLOQSwabs&reg; (flocked nylon), which provide 10&ndash;100&times; greater cell elution than rayon or Dacron swabs, directly impacting the sensitivity of downstream NAAT and antigen tests. For nasopharyngeal specimens, the minitip FLOQSwab + UTM combination is the standard validated pairing.
Volume: 1 mL vs. 3 mL Fill A 1 mL fill is used when a higher specimen concentration is needed for sensitive assays or limited-volume extraction protocols. A 3 mL fill is the standard for most NAAT platforms. Using a 1 mL tube on a platform calibrated for 3 mL inputs may cause out-of-range results; always confirm volume requirements with your assay's instructions for use.
Bead Inclusion UTM tubes with 3 glass beads facilitate the release and dispersion of patient material from the swab tip during vortexing, improving homogeneity before aliquoting. For platforms that recommend homogenization (e.g., high-mucosity respiratory specimens), bead-containing UTM is preferred.
Regulatory Status For clinical diagnostic use, confirm that your specific UTM tube carries FDA 510(k) clearance. Copan UTM&reg; (K910043 and subsequent clearances) is FDA-cleared for collection, transport, preservation, and long-term freeze storage of clinical specimens and complies with CLSI M40-A2 standards. Verify product-specific regulatory status before deploying in clinical settings.
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<h2 dir="ltr">Specifications Context</h2>
 UTM contains HBSS supplemented with bovine serum albumin (BSA), sucrose, gentamicin, amphotericin B, and a phenol-red pH indicator. The antibiotic-antimycotic formulation inhibits bacterial and fungal overgrowth without affecting viral, Chlamydial, or Mycoplasmal viability. At ambient temperature (15&ndash;25 &deg;C) or 2&ndash;8 &deg;C, UTM maintains organism viability for 48 hours. For long-term storage of viral isolates, specimens can be frozen at &minus;70 &deg;C or colder; storage at &minus;20 &deg;C is specifically discouraged by Copan because it can result in loss of viral infectivity. UTM-RT has received CE-IVDR compliance marking. As of 2026, Copan UTM&reg; is carried by MBP and is a registered catalog item for institutional procurement customers.
 MBP is a registered vendor for Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Vanderbilt University, and MD Anderson Cancer Center. Direct PO ordering and bulk pricing available.&nbsp;<a href="https://mbpinc.net/contact-us">Contact MBP</a> &mdash;they&rsquo;ll help you sort out the right UTM setup without second-guessing.

UTM Tubes

<h2 dir="ltr">What are VTM tubes?</h2>
 VTM tubes are pre-filled, screw-cap polypropylene tubes containing viral transport medium &mdash; an isotonic buffer designed to preserve virus viability and viral RNA between specimen collection and PCR or culture in the lab. The CDC reference formulation (SOP DSR-052) is Hank's Balanced Salt Solution with 2 % heat-inactivated fetal bovine serum, 100 &micro;g/mL gentamicin, and 0.5 &micro;g/mL amphotericin B &mdash; antibiotics that suppress contaminating bacteria and fungi without inactivating the target virus. Most are sold as 3 mL aliquots in a 10 mL or 15 mL conical tube. Buy from this category whenever a respiratory or other virus specimen must travel from the point of collection to a testing laboratory.
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<h2 dir="ltr">What You Will Find:</h2>
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<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Viral Transport Medium (VTM) Tubes &ndash; Medical-grade vials designed to maintain viral viability during transit.</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Universal Transport Medium (UTM) &ndash; Versatile, bead-free systems for preserving viruses, chlamydia, and mycoplasma.</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">DNA/RNA Shield Collection Tubes &ndash; Advanced tubes that lock in nucleic acid profiles and inactivate pathogens.</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Smart Collection &amp; Transport Systems &ndash; High-performance vials and kits for streamlined diagnostic management.</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Saliva Collection Kits &ndash; User-friendly funnel and vial systems for non-invasive, high-yield sampling.</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Flocked Swab &amp; Medium Combos &ndash; Precision-engineered pairings for maximum recovery and immediate stabilization.</li>
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<h2 dir="ltr"> How to choose VTM tubes</h2>
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Verify the formulation against CDC SOP Confirm the medium follows CDC SOP DSR-052 (HBSS + 2 % HI-FBS + gentamicin + amphotericin B); some lots substitute 1 % bovine serum albumin or fluconazole &mdash; both are accepted variants, but the substitution should be on the certificate of analysis.
Check tube material and IATA compliance For specimen shipping, the primary tube should be polypropylene, screw-capped, and rated to 95 kPa internal pressure per IATA packaging instruction 650. MedSchenker tubes are 100 % polypropylene and 95 kPa compliant.
Match volume to the swab and assay 3 mL of medium in a 10 mL tube is the CDC reference fill for nasopharyngeal swabs; 1 mL or 1.5 mL versions exist for pediatric and difficult-to-collect specimens where dilution must be minimized.
Confirm storage and stability Standard VTM stabilizes respiratory viruses for about 72 hours at 2&ndash;8 &deg;C; some commercial formulations are room-temperature stable for up to six months. The MedSchenker Smart Transport Medium variant maintains organism viability for 96 hours at room temperature. 
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<h2 dir="ltr">Specifications context</h2>
 A VTM tube is defined by its formulation, fill volume, primary container material, screw-cap design, and validated stability window. The MedSchenker line is manufactured by Vectormed (a Vectornate company, headquartered in Mahwah, New Jersey, and manufactured in South Korea), is FDA-cleared and CE-marked, and ships sterile in individual peel-pouch or bulk case packaging. As of 2026, MBP stocks 3.0 mL and 1.5 mL MedSchenker VTM formats and the Smart Transport Medium variant alongside paired flocked swabs.&nbsp; 
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VTM Tubes

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DNA/RNA Shield Collection Tube w/ Swab

R1106 by Zymo Research is the DNA/RNA Shield&trade; Collection Tube with Swab, a 10-pack of sterile 12 &times; 80 mm polypropylene vials pre-filled with 1 mL of DNA/RNA Shield, each with a flocked nylon (Hydraflock) swab and an 80 mm molded breakpoint. DNA/RNA Shield inactivates pathogens at point of collection and stabilizes RNA for at least 28 days at ambient temperature (5&ndash;30&deg;C); DNA remains stable for at least 2 years under the same conditions. No cold chain is required for transport.
Validated for buccal, nasal, throat, vaginal, rectal, and wound swabs, as well as environmental surfaces. Compatible with Zymo Quick-RNA Viral MagBead and KingFisher Flex for downstream automated extraction.
MBP is a registered vendor for Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Vanderbilt University, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Eurofins, and many other institutes across the USA. Order via <a href="https://www.mbpinc.net/quickorder">Quick Order</a> or contact <a href="mailto:customerservice@mbpinc.net">customerservice@mbpinc.net</a>.

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DNA/RNA Shield™ Swab & Collection Tube (10 Pack)

DNA/RNA Shield™ Swab & Collection Tube (50 Pack)

DNA/RNA Shield™ Collection Tube w/Swab (1 ml fill) (50 pack)

DNA/RNA Shield™ Collection Tube w/ Swab (2ml Fill) (10 Pack)

DNA/RNA Shield Collection Tube w/Swab (2 ml fill) (50 pack)

DNA/RNA Shield™ Collection Tube w/Swab (2 ml fill) (50 pack)

<h2 dir="ltr">What are Saliva Collection Devices?</h2>
 Saliva collection kits are non-invasive, all-in-one systems for collecting 1&ndash;2 mL of human saliva and immediately stabilizing the nucleic acid content&mdash;DNA, RNA, or both&mdash;using a pre-filled preservative reagent in a leak-proof polypropylene tube. They are used in genetic ancestry testing, population genomics, microbiome profiling, SARS-CoV-2 and respiratory virus detection, liquid biopsy research, and at-home or remote sampling studies. Collection requires only a spitting action with no phlebotomy or trained personnel. Choose saliva collection kits over blood-based collection when non-invasive sampling, self-collection, or at-home workflows are required. 
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<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Saliva collection kits with funnel-based sampling systems</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">DNA/RNA stabilization saliva tubes for molecular testing</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Preservative-based saliva collection systems for ambient storage</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Pathogen-inactivating saliva tubes for safer handling</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Sterile saliva collection containers for clinical use</li>
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<h2> How to Choose Saliva Collection Devices</h2>
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 Nucleic Acid Target DNA-stabilizing saliva kits (e.g., Zymo DNA/RNA Shield saliva format) preserve genomic DNA for genotyping, GWAS, and ancestry applications. Dual DNA/RNA kits preserve both intracellular and extracellular nucleic acids, enabling RNA-seq and liquid biopsy alongside genotyping from a single specimen&mdash;an advantage over single-analyte formats.
 Preservative Chemistry Zymo Research saliva collection kits use 2 mL of DNA/RNA Shield as the preservative, added post-collection via ampoule. This stabilizes DNA and RNA at ambient temperature for up to 28 days and inactivates viruses including SARS-CoV-2 for safe mailing. PAXgene Saliva Collector (Qiagen) uses a different chemistry that stabilizes DNA for up to 5 days at 4&ndash;25 &deg;C; check storage window before selecting for remote-collection studies with long transit times.
 Collection Volume Standard saliva collection tubes require 1.0&ndash;2.0 mL of spit. Reduced-volume devices (sponge or swab-based) are available for donors unable to produce adequate spit volume (pediatric, elderly). Confirm your extraction kit's minimum input volume against the expected collection yield.
 Leak-Proof and Shipping Compliance For mail-in studies, tubes must meet 95 kPa pressure test requirements for transport under IATA P650 and UN3373 Biological Substance Category B. Zymo Research and DNA Genotek saliva kits are validated for standard courier mailing; verify this specification before deploying at-home collection in clinical or population studies.
 Barcoding and Tracking High-throughput population studies benefit from tubes pre-labeled with unique serial numbers for secure, anonymous sample tracking. Select kit formats with barcoded tubes when managing hundreds to thousands of samples across multi-site research.
<h2 dir="ltr"> Specifications Context</h2>
 Saliva collection tubes are manufactured from medical-grade polypropylene (PP) and are validated as leak-proof to 95 kPa for mailing compliance. The collection funnel attaches to the tube body; after saliva collection, the funnel is removed, and the preservative ampoule is emptied into the tube, bringing the preservative: saliva ratio to approximately 1:1. Zymo Research saliva kits yield 5&ndash;20 &micro;g genomic DNA and 1&ndash;10 &micro;g total RNA from a standard 2 mL saliva sample after extraction with Quick-DNA/RNA kits. Saliva-based nucleic acid collection is validated for SARS-CoV-2 RNA detection, human microbiome profiling, and whole-genome sequencing (WGS) workflows. 
MBP is a registered vendor for leading research institutions, including the Howard Hughes Medical Institute and the MD Anderson Cancer Center. <a href="https://mbpinc.net/contact-us" style="color: #236fa1; text-decoration: underline;">Contact the MBP team</a> for bulk pricing or PO-based ordering.

Saliva Collection

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DNA/RNA Shield SafeCollect Saliva Collection Kit

DNA/RNA Shield SafeCollect Saliva Collection Kit by Zymo Research collects up to 2 mL of saliva or sputum and immediately stabilizes nucleic acids with built-in 2X DNA/RNA Shield — no cold chain needed. DNA remains stable at ambient temperature for more than 2 years; RNA for more than 1 month. Available in single, 10-pack, and 50-pack formats for biobanking and remote collection programs.

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DNA/RNA Shield SafeCollect Saliva, 2 ml

DNA/RNA Shield SafeCollect Saliva, 2 ml - DX

DNA/RNA Shield SafeCollect Saliva, 2 ml (10 Pack)

DNA/RNA Shield SafeCollect Saliva, 2 ml (50 Pack)

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DNA/RNA Shield SafeCollect Swab Collection Kit

R1160 by Zymo Research is a DNA/RNA Shield SafeCollect Swab Collection Kit with a flocked swab and pierceable-safety-seal tube containing 1 ml DNA/RNA Shield. RNA stable over 1 month and DNA over 2 years at 4–30°C with no cold chain required. Research scientists and industry professionals running DTC testing, field sample collection, or ambient-temperature specimen shipping benefit from immediate pathogen inactivation at the point of collection.

DNA/RNA Shield SafeCollect Swab Collection Kit (1 ml fill)

DNA/RNA Shield SafeCollect Swab Collection Kit (1 ml fill) - DX

DNA/RNA Shield SafeCollect Swab Collection Kit (1 ml fill) (10 Pack)

DNA/RNA Shield SafeCollect Swab Collection Kit (1 ml fill) (50 Pack)

DNA/RNA Shield SafeCollect Swab Collection Kit (2 ml fill)

DNA/RNA Shield SafeCollect Swab Collection Kit (2 ml fill) - DX

DNA/RNA Shield SafeCollect Swab Collection Kit (2 ml fill) (10 Pack)

DNA/RNA Shield SafeCollect Swab Collection Kit (2 ml fill) (50 Pack)

DNA/RNA Shield™ Fecal Collection Kit

The DNA/RNA Shield&trade; Fecal Collection Kit (R1180) by Zymo Research is an individually pouched, self-contained stool sample collection system. Each kit includes a DNA/RNA Shield Fecal Collection Tube, a Feces Catcher, a biohazard bag, gloves, and multi-language instructions. Designed for 1 g or 1 mL of fecal material, R1180 preserves RNA for more than 1 month and DNA for more than 2 years at ambient temperature (4&ndash;25&deg;C) without refrigeration.
MBP is a registered vendor for Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Vanderbilt University, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Eurofins, and many other institutes across the USA. Order via <a href="https://www.mbpinc.net/quickorder">Quick Order</a> or contact <a href="mailto:customerservice@mbpinc.net">customerservice@mbpinc.net</a>.

Sample Storage

DNA/RNA Shield™ Fecal Collection Tubes

R1101 by Zymo Research is the DNA/RNA Shield&trade; Fecal Collection Tube, a 10-pack of 20 &times; 76 mm screw-cap tubes pre-filled with 9 mL of DNA/RNA Shield. Each tube includes an integrated collection spoon in the cap. At a 1 g sample input, DNA remains stable for at least 2 years at ambient temperature (4&ndash;25&deg;C) and RNA for at least 1 month, with indefinite stability at &le;&minus;20&deg;C. Pathogens are inactivated at point of collection, enabling safe ambient transport.
Compatible with the R1101-1-10 Feces Catcher for hands-free at-home collection. Pair with downstream Zymo extraction kits for microbiome, metagenomics, and qPCR workflows.
MBP is a registered vendor for Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Vanderbilt University, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Eurofins, and many other institutes across the USA. Order via <a href="https://www.mbpinc.net/quickorder">Quick Order</a> or contact <a href="mailto:customerservice@mbpinc.net">customerservice@mbpinc.net</a>.

DNA/RNA Shield™ Fecal Collection Tube (10 Pack)

DNA/RNA Shield - Fecal Collection Tube (10 pack)  CE

DNA/RNA Shield™ Fecal Collection Tubes (with Beads) (10 pack)

Feces Catcher (10 Pack)

The Feces Catcher (R1101-1-10) by Zymo Research is a 10-pack of flushable paper collection strips that lay across any standard toilet seat to support fecal sample collection above the water line. Each strip allows a small amount of stool to be transferred to a collection tube before flushing, enabling non-invasive, hygienic sample acquisition for microbiome analysis and molecular applications.
R1101-1-10 is compatible with the DNA/RNA Shield Fecal Collection Tube (R1101) and is included individually in the DNA/RNA Shield Fecal Collection Kit (R1180). Made in USA by Zymo Research.
Order via <a href="https://www.mbpinc.net/quickorder">Quick Order</a> or contact <a href="mailto:customerservice@mbpinc.net">customerservice@mbpinc.net</a>.

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