Rovers® Cervex-Brush® European guidelines for quality assurance in cervical cancer screening The Rovers® Cervex-Brush® is an officially recommended cell sampling device for Liquid-based as well as conventional cytology in the European guideline. Application By inserting the Rovers® Cervex-Brush® into the cervical canal and rotating five times in a clockwise direction whilst applying light pressure, all the necessary cells can be collected in one movement. The cell material adheres to the flat sides of the bristles and can be smeared accordingly in a perfect “track” on to the glass slide. Specifications The Rovers® Cervex-Brush® (Cervix-Examination-Brush) is made of polyethylene and has a total length of 20 centimeters. The upper part, which is used to obtain cell samples, is a soft, flexible brush. The brush consists of 57 semi-circular plastic bristles of various lengths. The shape is such that the top edges of the brush follow the contours of the cervix. The middle and longest bristles reach deep into the endocervical canal. The shorter bristles touching both the ectocervical area and transformation zone at the same time.
