Where can I find instructions on buccal swab collection?

Buccal swab kits include:

• Two (2) buccal swab kits
• Biohazard bag with absorbent pad
• Pre-labeled shipping materials

Instructions on proper buccal swab collection can be found at the following link:

• Buccal Swab Collection Instructions - English

Exceptions:

• Multiple permitted tests can be run from a single buccal swab, but DNA yield is limited, and additional samples may be required.

For more information, contact support@myome.com.

Collection Guidelines:

• Do not eat, drink, smoke, or chew gum for at least 30 minutes before collection.
• Use one swab per cheek and rub along the lower gums 10 times.
• Store the sample at room temperature (15 - 25°C/59 - 77°F).
• Ship within 1 week of collection.

Labeling:

Label each tube with:

• Patient's full name
• Patient's date of birth
• Sample collection date

Rejection Criteria:

Specimens will be rejected if:

• The stabilizing solution leaks.
• The transport tube is unlabeled or missing patient identifiers.

Shipping:

• Use the pre-labeled FedEx Clinical Pak provided.

Ship to:
MyOme, Inc.
Clinical Laboratory
1455 Adams Drive, Ste 1150
Menlo Park, CA 94025