{"product_id":"cleantrust-protein-allergen-swab-box-of-100","title":"CleanTrust™ Protein Allergen Swab - Box of 100","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf protein is still there, the job isn't clean. In restoration and cleaning work, protein is a contamination risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether it's food residue, bodily fluids, sewage or organic matter from a water loss, if protein remains on a surface, it hasn't been properly cleaned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CleanTrust™ Allergen Surface Protein Swab (Anaeron AE0200) gives you an on-site way to confirm whether organic contamination has actually been removed, using a simple colour-change test read by eye. No meter is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the high-sensitivity protein swab in the CleanTrust range. Anaeron rates it to detect 5 µg of protein after 15 minutes' incubation at 37 °C, so it is designed to be used with a controlled heat source such as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-incubator-small-dry-bath\"\u003eCleanTrust Dry Bath Incubator\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Matters on the Job\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify bio-contamination has been removed. Critical for sewage, trauma and water damage jobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport proper remediation sign-off, especially where contamination risk is high.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce call-backs and rework. Catch missed contamination before handover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthen your documentation. Provide evidence of cleaning effectiveness to clients and insurers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetects trace protein contamination. Identifies even small amounts of organic residue left on surfaces, including potentially allergenic proteins (Anaeron describes it as broad-spectrum protein residue detection).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo meter required. A simple colour-change result makes it easy for any technician to use. It does need an incubator; see below.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast on-site results. A clear pass\/fail indication within minutes: 15 minutes at 37 °C under Anaeron's procedure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh sensitivity. Capable of detecting very low levels of protein contamination: 5 µg after incubation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple, repeatable process. Ideal for field use and technician training.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater damage restorers verifying category 2 and 3 contamination removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrauma and bio-clean technicians checking organic residue clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMould remediators confirming cleaning effectiveness before clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial cleaners working in high-risk or regulated environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHVAC cleaning where organic build-up may be present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn short: swab the surface (approx. 10 × 10 cm area), activate the reagent, allow reaction time, then read the colour. Green = clean \/ low protein. Purple = contamination present. The faster and darker the colour change, the higher the contamination level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnaeron's full procedure (AE0200 Instructions for Use):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the swabs have been refrigerated, let the swab come to room temperature (approx. 20–25 °C) before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold the swab firmly, then twist and pull the top of the swab from the tube. Do not touch the swab bud or the inside of the tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwab a 10 × 10 cm area in a zig-zag pattern, vertically and horizontally, pressing hard enough to bend the shaft and rotating the swab as you go. Keep pressure and technique consistent, particularly on irregular surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut the swab back into the tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreak the top valve by bending the bulb forward and back, then squeeze the bulb twice to expel all the liquid down the shaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShake the swab back and forth for 10 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncubate for 15 minutes at 37 °C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare the colour with the colour chart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eAction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo further action required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreyish green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePass with caution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepeat the test, or compare with a negative control (a swab activated without sampling, incubated at the same time and temperature)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFail — not clean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepeat cleaning and re-test\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePurple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFail — large amount of protein or interfering substances\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepeat cleaning and re-test\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncubation Requirement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor consistent and reliable results, these swabs are best used with a controlled heat source such as the CleanTrust Dry Bath Incubator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent temperature = consistent results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves detection of low-level contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for professional QA, reporting and compliance work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile results can occur without incubation, using an incubator removes guesswork and improves repeatability, particularly on critical jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnaeron's instructions go further than a recommendation: the AE0200 procedure specifies 15 minutes at 37 °C, and the 5 µg sensitivity is quoted only after that incubation. Anaeron publishes no read time or sensitivity for an unincubated AE0200 swab, so treat an unincubated result as indicative only, and incubate any test that will go into a report. If you want a protein test designed to be read at room temperature, see the Surface Protein Swab comparison below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGetting a Reliable Result\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest cleaned surfaces. The swab is designed to find residue you cannot see. On a visibly dirty surface the reaction is suppressed and the result is likely to be inaccurate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse off cleaning chemicals and let the surface dry first. Anaeron warns that alkaline sanitisers in high concentration can give false negatives, and peroxide-based disinfectants can give false positives — both common on restoration jobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest after cleaning and before disinfection where your process allows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe colour reflects protein and other interfering substances. Residue can contain non-protein materials such as ascorbic acid and sugars that also react.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAE0200 Allergen or AE0100 Surface Protein?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eAllergen Surface Protein (AE0200, this product)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-surface-protein-swab-box-of-100\"\u003eSurface Protein (AE0100)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSensitivity (Anaeron)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 µg after 15 min at 37 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80 µg at 1 min, 50 µg at 5 min, 20 µg at 10 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEquipment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncubator at 37 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone — read by eye at room temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBest suited to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinal sign-off and critical jobs where low-level residue matters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuick first-pass checks in the field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Professionals Choose Protein Swabs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eATP testing tells you something is present. Protein testing confirms organic contamination specifically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese swabs are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA simple, low-cost verification tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for quick checks without a luminometer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for confirming bio-contamination removal before sign-off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed alongside ATP testing with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-atp-surface-swab-box-of-100\"\u003eCleanTrust ATP Surface Swab\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-touch-yz3500-luminometer\"\u003eCleanTrust Touch YZ3500 Luminometer\u003c\/a\u003e, they form part of a complete contamination verification process, not just a visual clean. Neither test identifies organisms or replaces laboratory testing where a job specification calls for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCleanTrust™ (Anaeron Pty Ltd, Frenchs Forest NSW)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAnaeron code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAE0200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOur SKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCTAE0200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein \/ allergen residue surface test\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePack size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 swabs per box, plus instructions for use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDetection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein \/ organic residue, including potentially allergenic proteins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 µg after incubation at 37 °C for 15 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eResult type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVisual colour change, green to purple (no meter required)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eIncubation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e37 °C for 15 minutes (Anaeron procedure)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSample area\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 × 10 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUse case\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface contamination verification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCool storage recommended for optimal shelf life: 12 months at 2–8 °C away from light, or 4 weeks at 20–25 °C away from light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThermal packaging and ice pack included in the price\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSwab material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% recyclable plastic (Anaeron)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe price includes the thermal packaging and ice pack required for shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe swab liquid is mostly sterile water with less than 1% each of sodium carbonate, sodium hydroxide and BCA reagent. Anaeron's SDS lists it as not classified under EU CLP, but also notes it may irritate eyes, skin and the respiratory tract and is harmful if swallowed. Wear disposable gloves and safety glasses, and dispose of used swabs according to local regulations. The SDS states the product is for research use only, not for human or veterinary clinical use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor professional results, especially on insurance or compliance work, use these swabs with the CleanTrust Incubator to ensure consistent, repeatable readings across different jobs and technicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes This Helps Avoid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigning off jobs with residual organic contamination still present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssuming visual cleanliness = hygienic cleanliness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMissing contamination in porous or textured surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailing hygiene checks in commercial or regulated environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInconsistent results between technicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTesting straight after a peroxide disinfectant or strong alkaline cleaner, which can give a false result\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need an incubator for this swab?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnaeron's procedure says yes: 15 minutes at 37 °C, and its 5 µg sensitivity applies only after incubation. A colour change can appear without incubation, but treat that as indicative. If you want a no-equipment test, the AE0100 Surface Protein Swab is read at room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it tell me what the contamination is?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The colour change shows protein and some other interfering substances are present. It does not identify the source, an allergen type or any organism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I test straight after applying a disinfectant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot reliably. Rinse cleaning and disinfecting chemicals off and let the surface dry. Peroxide-based products can cause false positives and concentrated alkaline sanitisers can cause false negatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does a greyish green result mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePass with caution. Repeat the test, or run a negative control swab (activated without sampling and incubated alongside) and compare the colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefrigerated at 2–8 °C away from light for up to 12 months, or at 20–25 °C for up to 4 weeks. Let refrigerated swabs reach room temperature before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this swab go in the YZ3500 luminometer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Protein swabs are read by eye. The YZ3500 reads CleanTrust ATP swabs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDon't Just Clean It — Verify It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd CleanTrust Protein Swabs to your kit and make sure organic contamination is actually gone before handover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDocuments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/7462\/5732\/files\/CleanTrust-Allergen-Swabs-Flyer_V1.2_Aug-2025.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCleanTrust™ Protein Allergen Swab Flyer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/7462\/5732\/files\/AE0200_CleanTrust_Allergen_Surface_Protein_IFU_4569b122-af68-4662-86b5-f780a48c23d7.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCleanTrust™ Protein Allergen Swab Instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/7462\/5732\/files\/MSDS-Anaeron-Surface_Protein_Allergen_Test_Swab_AE0100_251205_v1.0_cf999f8a-a823-4f34-8f14-d8a620e53f47.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCleanTrust™ Protein Allergen Swab SDS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVideo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"458\" height=\"815\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/q6EbIMn5lsM\" title=\"Cleantrust Allergen® available at www.anaeron.com.au #cleaning #allergens #cleantrust\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-incubator-small-dry-bath\"\u003eCleanTrust Incubator – Small Dry Bath\u003c\/a\u003e — 37 °C incubation for this swab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-surface-protein-swab-box-of-100\"\u003eCleanTrust Surface Protein Swab, Box of 100\u003c\/a\u003e — room-temperature protein test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-atp-surface-swab-box-of-100\"\u003eCleanTrust ATP Surface Swab, Box of 100\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-atp-water-total-swab-box-of-100\"\u003eCleanTrust ATP Water Total Swab, Box of 100\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cleantrust-touch-yz3500-luminometer\"\u003eCleanTrust Touch YZ3500 Luminometer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure which protein swab suits your QA process, or whether you need the incubator? 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