Nonwoven Swabs, Sterile and Non-Sterile
Nonwoven swabs for dressings and procedures: non-sterile PPSB swabs in packs of 100, 5 × 5 and 20 × 10 cm, sterile swabs of 5 × 5, 7.5 × 7.5 and 10 × 10 cm, some two to a pouch, and large sterile pads of 40 × 60 and 60 × 80 cm for wide areas. The category also includes Abena cellulose swabs, 70% isopropyl alcohol prep pads and cellulose pads on a roll.
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Sizes and packaging
| Swab | Size | Packaging |
|---|---|---|
| PPSB, non-sterile, 4-ply | 5 × 5 and 20 × 10 cm | 100 pieces |
| PPSB, sterile, 4-ply | 5 × 5 cm | 100 pieces |
| PPSB, sterile, 8-ply | 5 × 5 cm | 2 per pouch, 32 pouches |
| 30 g/m² nonwoven, sterile, 4-ply | 7.5 × 7.5 and 10 × 10 cm | 10 pieces; 7.5 × 7.5 cm also in 5s |
| PPSB, sterile, large | 40 × 60 and 60 × 80 cm | single |
| Abena cellulose, sterile | 10 × 10, 10 × 20, 20 × 20, 20 × 30 and 20 × 40 cm | 15–50 pieces, individually wrapped |
According to the product descriptions, PPSB swabs leave less lint than gauze, and the 30 g/m² nonwoven can be cut without fraying. Abena cellulose swabs are described as absorbent and waterproof. You will also find Abena cotton balls, 1,100 per pack, Abena polyester patient washing sponges, 75 per pack, and sterile 70% isopropyl alcohol prep pads, 6.5 × 3 cm, in packs of 100 or 200. Gauze swabs have their own page: gauze swabs and gauze rolls.
Frequently asked questions
Which sterile swabs come one or two to a pouch?
The 8-ply 5 × 5 cm PPSB swabs come two to a pouch, 32 pouches per box, and Abena cellulose swabs are individually wrapped.
Which large swabs are available?
Sterile PPSB pads of 40 × 60 and 60 × 80 cm, sold individually, for covering large wounds, and Abena cellulose swabs up to 20 × 40 cm.
