- FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY.
- Do NOT remove the yellow tube top from the tube.
- Do NOT spill the stabilizing liquid in the tube.
- Wash with water if liquid comes in contact with eyes or skin. Do NOT ingest.
- If collecting a liquid fecal sample, see separately provided user instructions.
- Small items may pose a choking hazard.
- Click here to view the safety data sheet.
Collection Instructions
OMNIgene•GUT | OMR-205
Summary and explanation of kit
OMNIgene•GUT provides the materials and instructions for collecting and stabilizing microbial DNA from a fecal sample.
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Empty your bladder before beginning the collection. Collect fecal sample free of urine and toilet water. Toilet paper or tissues may be required.
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While holding the yellow tube top, unscrew ONLY the purple cap from the kit and set aside for later use.
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT remove the yellow tube top.
Do NOT spill the stabilizing liquid in the tube.
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Use the spatula to collect a small amount of fecal sample.
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Transfer the fecal sample into the yellow tube top. Repeat until the sample fills the yellow tube top
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT push sample into the tube.
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Scrape horizontally across the tube top to level the sample and remove any excess. Wipe exterior of tube and top with toilet paper or tissue as needed.
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Pick up the purple cap with the solid end facing down and screw onto the yellow tube top until tightly closed.
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Shake the sealed tube as hard and fast as possible in a back and forth motion for a minimum of 30 seconds.
Place spatula in original packaging or wrap in toilet paper and discard in garbage.
IMPORTANT:
Send sample for processing following the delivery instructions supplied separately by the kit provider.
Additional notes
Warnings and precautions:
Storage: 15°C–25°C ( 59°F–77°F )
Print instructions
OMNIgene•GUT | OMR-205