Author/Authors :
Ford, Jonathan Department of Radiology - University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, USA , Tatoris, Kyle Department of Radiology - University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, USA , Decker, Summer Department of Radiology - University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, USA , Goldstein, Todd Northwell Health System - Manhasset - NY, USA , Trahan, Sean Northwell Health System - Manhasset - NY, USA , Neuwirth, Allison Northwell Health System - Manhasset - NY, USA
Abstract :
The nasopharyngeal swab is a critical component of the COVID-19 testing kit. Supply chain remains greatly
impacted by the pandemic. Teams from USF Health Radiology and Northwell Health System developed a 3D-
printed stopgap alternative. This descriptive study details the workflow and provides guidance for hospital-based
3D printing labs to leverage the design to make a positive impact on the pandemic. Swab use is also outlined, and
the early information regarding clinical use is described, including an ongoing multicenter trial methodology.
Keywords :
Supply chain , Nasopharyngeal swab , COVID-19 , 3D-printing , Point-of-care
