Saliva Sample Collection Kit

This product is used for the collection, transport and storage of saliva samples. The collected saliva can be used for the detection of human genomic DNA, viral DNA and RNA.
The Original Saliva Collection Kit is versatile, suitable for both adults and children to collect saliva samples, fits into existing workflows, and saves time and space compared to current non-standard collection methods, resulting in safe, cost-effective testing.

Ideal for collecting raw saliva:
Safe: Self-collection with convenient funnel tubes and caps in medical-grade packaging
Efficient: bar-coded 6mL collection tubes fit seamlessly into existing automated tube racks, saving time and space
Easy to buy: disposable, individually packaged kits, 400 per case, from a trusted supplier
Flexible: Compatible with viral RNA extraction and can be used directly in PCR workflows for low-cost assays
Compatible with: Viral Nucleic Acid Isolation Kit (RUO), KingFisher, TaqCheck, TaqMan and other systems

Advantages over nasal swab and nasopharyngeal collection:
Non-invasive sample collection
Self-collection
Collection tubes sized to fit in automated tube racks

Medical Diagnosis

• Disease Screening: It can be used to detect genetic markers of certain hereditary diseases, such as cystic fibrosis, sickle – cell anemia, etc., enabling doctors to make early diagnoses and interventions before symptoms appear. Additionally, by detecting pathogens in saliva, such as the novel coronavirus, influenza virus, Epstein – Barr virus, Helicobacter pylori, etc., it can be determined whether an individual is infected with the corresponding diseases.
• Oral Health Assessment: Analyzing the components in saliva, such as pH value, calcium, phosphorus, amylase, etc., can evaluate the oral health status, understand the buffering capacity of saliva and the risk of tooth demineralization, which helps prevent oral diseases like dental caries and periodontitis. Dentists can also judge the presence and severity of oral inflammation by detecting inflammatory markers in saliva.
• Drug Monitoring: For patients taking certain medications, monitoring the drug concentration in saliva can help doctors understand the drug metabolism in the body, adjust the drug dosage, and ensure the effectiveness and safety of treatment. This is applicable to drugs such as antiepileptic drugs and immunosuppressants.

Scientific Research

• Genetic Research: Researchers can extract DNA from saliva samples for genetic analysis to explore the associations between genes and diseases, human genetic diversity, family genetic characteristics, etc., providing a basis for the study of disease pathogenesis and personalized medicine.
• Biological Research: Saliva contains various biomolecules such as proteins and RNA, which can be used to study the functions of biomolecules, their expression regulation, and their roles in physiological and pathological processes, providing abundant sample resources for life – science research.
• Epidemiological Research: In large – scale epidemiological investigations, using saliva sample collection kits to collect samples is simple and non – invasive, making it easy for respondents to accept. This can be used to understand the prevalence and transmission patterns of specific diseases in the population.

Health Management

• Nutritional Assessment: Detecting components such as vitamins, minerals, and hormones in saliva can evaluate an individual’s nutritional status and metabolic level, providing a reference for formulating personalized nutrition supplementation and healthy diet plans.
• Health Risk Prediction: Some saliva testing items can analyze biomarkers related to chronic diseases, such as blood glucose, blood lipids, and inflammatory factors, helping people understand their own health risks and take preventive measures in advance, such as changing lifestyle and having regular physical examinations.
• Sports Health Management: By analyzing the hormone levels (such as cortisol, testosterone, etc.) and metabolites in saliva, the impact of exercise on the body can be evaluated. This helps athletes and fitness enthusiasts develop reasonable exercise plans and recovery programs, improving exercise effectiveness and reducing the risk of sports injuries.

Forensic Identification

• Identity Verification: Saliva contains an individual’s DNA information. In crime scenes or forensic identifications, collecting saliva samples for DNA comparison can determine the identity of suspects or victims, providing important clues for solving cases.
• Case Reconstruction: Analyzing the components and DNA in saliva, combined with other evidence, can assist forensic scientists in inferring details such as the time, place, and process of a case, reconstructing the truth of the case.