Required Materials
Whatman 903 Protein Saver cards
There are 2 versions: one with 5 circles and one with 4 circles (the pull-apart card). Either can be used for research purposes.
Dessicant packs
Typically, one dessicant pack is placed in with one DBS card in an envelope for storage.
Whatman dessicants: Item #10548234
- Both of the above are available from the following vendors, as well as others:
Lancets
We recommend using a lancet with a blade, rather than a needle, and maximum depth in order to provide maximum flow for DBS collection.
BD Microtainer Contact-Activated Lancets (Blue); Item # 366594
These lancets are available from multiple vendors.
Additional supplies with no specified manufacturer or vendor:
- Small plastic bags that seal tightly to hold individual DBS cards (typically “sandwich” size)
- Large plastic bags to hold sets of individually packaged DBS cards (typically “gallon” size)
- Gauze squares (typically 2 x 2 inches)
- Alcohol wipes
- Bandages
- Sterile drapes (typically 18 x 26 inches)
- Gloves (to protect data collector)