Flock Swab DNA – 4N6 FLOQSwabs™ for Human Identification

Flock Swab DNA collection using 4N6 FLOQSwabs™ provides forensic professionals with an effective method for collecting biological material for human identification and DNA analysis. These specialist forensic swabs support reliable sample recovery from crime scenes, individuals and other evidential sources.

The 4N6 FLOQSwabs™ in Dry Tube – 4508C come individually tubed and are available in a case of 300 swabs. Tetra Scene of Crime International supplies this product under reference STN0115A.

Designed for professional forensic applications, the swabs can collect buccal cells, epithelial cells, saliva, semen, skin cells and blood. Therefore, police forces, forensic laboratories and crime scene investigators can use them across a broad range of DNA collection procedures.

Flock Swab DNA Collection for Forensic Investigation

Effective Flock Swab DNA collection requires efficient recovery of biological material from the sampling area. 4N6 FLOQSwabs™ use COPAN’s flocked swab technology to collect specimens and release them during laboratory processing.

The swab design also helps forensic professionals collect material from challenging surfaces and locations. For example, investigators can use the swabs on bottles and other surfaces where only small quantities of biological material may remain.

Furthermore, the design supports the collection of low-level DNA samples where efficient recovery can prove particularly important.

Efficient DNA Sample Recovery

4N6 FLOQSwabs™ rapidly absorb biological specimens and release collected material during laboratory processing. According to the supplied product information, the technology can recover more than 90% of available evidence.

Consequently, efficient sample release can increase the amount of material available for downstream DNA analysis. This advantage becomes especially valuable when investigators work with limited biological material.

In addition, the swabs support numerous DNA extraction methods. COPAN also uses materials designed to avoid PCR inhibition.

Flock Swab DNA Traceability and Tracking

Professional Flock Swab DNA collection requires reliable sample identification and traceability. For this reason, each 4N6 FLOQSwabs™ Genetics tube features an individual Data Matrix code containing unique numerical data.

This identification supports sample tracking from initial collection through laboratory processing. As a result, forensic organisations can incorporate the swabs into structured evidence-management and DNA-processing workflows.

Quality-Controlled Forensic DNA Swabs

COPAN certifies 4N6 FLOQSwabs™ as DNase-Free, RNase-Free and free from amplifiable human DNA. Moreover, COPAN maintains an anonymous database of personnel involved in manufacturing this product line.

This additional quality-control measure can support contamination investigations when required.

According to the supplied product information, 4N6 FLOQSwabs™ preserve human DNA for up to six months at room temperature. They can also preserve human DNA for up to seven days at temperatures as high as 37°C.

Human Identification and DNA Applications

The swabs support a broad range of professional forensic applications. These include DNA collection, human identification, STR analysis, forensic evidence recovery, sexual assault examination kits and reference DNA sampling.

Police forces, forensic laboratories, crime scene departments and specialist investigation teams can therefore incorporate the swabs into established biological evidence collection procedures.

Flock Swab DNA Product Specifications

Product: 4N6 FLOQSwabs™ in Dry Tube
Manufacturer reference: 4508C
Tetra reference: STN0115A
Case quantity: 300
Primary application: Forensic DNA collection and human identification
Sample types: Buccal cells, epithelial cells, saliva, semen, skin cells and blood
Identification: Individual Data Matrix coding
Quality: DNase-Free, RNase-Free and free from amplifiable human DNA
Format: Swab supplied in dry tube

Professional Flock Swab DNA Collection

The Flock Swab DNA system provides forensic professionals with a specialist solution for collecting biological evidence for DNA analysis. Efficient sample recovery, individual Data Matrix identification and controlled manufacturing make 4N6 FLOQSwabs™ suitable for professional forensic workflows.

Furthermore, the dry-tube format provides a practical solution for crime scene investigators, forensic laboratories and other organisations conducting human identification work.