Mouth Cell Collection Device with Mechanically Rinsible Scoop

摘要

The present invention provides a collection device for obtaining a sample from within the mouth of a subject. The collection device comprises a collection wand, having a hollow shaft and a scoop attached to the end of the shaft, and optionally, a bulb, a pipetting device, and a collection tube. Also provided are methods of using the collection device to obtain a sample from the mouth of a subject.