Each swabstick is saturated with a 10% povidone iodine solution. Ideal for antiseptic skin preparation, venipuncture, IV starts, renal dialysis, pre-op prepping and other minor invasive procedures. Scrubsticks effectively remove oil, dirt, and dead skin from prep site. Packaged individually. Gel swabsticks are thicker than standard PVP solutions this prevents running. Ideal as a prep for blood donors, dialysis use and general skin antiseptic. Ideal for venipuncture, IV starts, renal dialysis and pre-op prepping. Plastic shaft, sponge tip.