Additional Specimen Collection Information

Call the laboratory to notify them that a sample is being
collected for an amnisure test. Order a ROM Test (Rupture of
Fetal Membranes). Label
the solvent vial appropriately with two identifiers,
patient name and another identifier, (patient ID number, DOB, etc.)
include date and time of collection and initial of person
collecting the specimen.

1. Collect sample of vaginal secretions using a sterile vaginal
   swab provided in the kit.
2. Remove swab from packaging using care not to touch anything
   prior to insertion into vagina.
3. Collect sample from surface of vagina, holding swab in the
   middle of the stick while patient is lying flat on back.
4. Carefully insert the polyester tip of the swab into the vagina
   until fingers contact the skin no more than 2-3 inches (5-7 cm)
   deep.
5. Withdraw the swab after 1 minute.
6. Rinse swab after collection in solvent vial for 1 minute.
7. Remove swab and dispose of in a biohazard container.
8. Recap the vial and label the tube appropriately with patient
   name and two identifiers (patient ID number, DOB, etc.).
9. Sample should be taken to the Lab within 30 minutes of
   collection.
10. The patient sample will be tested as soon as possible after
    collection.
11. If patient sample is not tested within 30 minutes, the sample
    may be stored refrigerated for up to 6 hours.