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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jan. 23, 2024
Filed:
Oct. 30, 2020
Iowa State University Research Foundation, Inc., Ames, IA (US);
Maria J. Clavijo, Ames, IA (US);
Kevin J. Brownfield, Ames, IA (US);
John K. Jackman, Ames, IA (US);
Bailey Arruda, Ames, IA (US);
Iowa State University Research Foundation, Inc., Ames, IA (US);
Abstract
A tracheal sampling device is used to collect or acquire cells from an animal, such as at or near the tracheo-bronchial or larynx of an animal. The device includes a flexible and elongated shaft or stem, and a collection member at a distal end of the device. The collection member could be a swab or other member to best collect mucus. The device is used by inserting the collection end into an animal to position the collection member at or near the cell collection site, which may be in or around the larynx. The collection member is removed after collecting cells, which can be reviewed, tested, or otherwise managed to determine the presence of a disease or other bacteria. The length of the shaft or stem allows for optimal positioning of the swab in a variety of animal species and ages. The device can be disposed after each use.