How to Take Your Saliva Sample for Genetic Testing

Thank you for choosing Coyne Medical for your at-home genetic screening. To ensure accurate results, please follow these step-by-step instructions when collecting your saliva sample.

Before You Begin

⚠️ Do not eat, drink, smoke, chew gum, or vape for at least 30 minutes before providing your saliva sample.
⚠️ Wash your hands and make sure your mouth is free of any food or residue.

Step-by-Step Collection Guide

🧬 Step 1: Prepare Your Kit

  • Open your saliva collection kit and check that all components are included.
  • You should have:
    ✅ A saliva collection tube with a funnel lid
    ✅ A preservation liquid (inside the funnel lid)
    ✅ A circular cap to seal the tube
    ✅ A plastic sealable bag with adhesive tabs
    ✅ A return box with prepaid shipping label

🏠 Step 2: Provide Your Sample

  1. Generate saliva: If needed, gently rub your tongue on the inside of your cheeks or roof of your mouth to stimulate saliva production.
  2. Spit into the tube until the liquid (not bubbles) reaches the first marked line but does not go above the second line.
    • It may take a few attempts to collect enough saliva.
  3. Close the funnel lid tightly: This will release the stabilizing liquid into your saliva sample.
  4. Remove the funnel lid and replace it with the circular cap, ensuring it is securely closed.

🏷️ Step 3: Label Your Sample

  • Write your name, date of birth, and sample collection date on the tube label.
  • Do not write over the barcode on the tube, as this is used for tracking your sample.

📮 Step 4: Package & Return Your Sample

  1. Place the sample tube inside the plastic sealable bag.
  2. Seal the sample bag correctly:
    • The bag has two sticky tabs labelled 1 and 2.
    • Remove tab 1, stick, and close the bag securely.
    • Then, remove tab 2, stick, and close for an extra seal.
  3. Insert the sealed bag back into the original test kit box.
  4. Include your signed consent form in the box.
  5. Seal the box and use the prepaid return service to send it back to the lab.
    • If using Informed Genomics, you can drop your package at your nearest Post Office.
    • Keep your tracking number for reference.

What Happens Next?

🔬 Lab Processing: Once received, the laboratory will analyse your DNA sample.
📅 Results Ready in 15-20 Working Days: We will notify you when your results are available.
📞 Follow-Up Consultation: You will be invited to discuss your results with a doctor at no extra cost.

Need Help?

If you have any issues collecting or returning your sample, please contact us at contact@coynemedical.com.

Thank you for taking this step toward proactive health and cancer prevention. We look forward to supporting you on your journey.