Viral Transport Medium (VTM)

Viral Transport Medium (VTM)

• Description: Preserve the viability of viruses and ensure the stability and viability of viruses, chlamydia, and mycoplasma. Manufactured based on CDC formula. Antimicrobic blend suppresses bacterial and fungal contamination. Manufactured in bulk (1 Litre) to provide options for custom applications. The sample can be shipped at ambient temperatures. No need for refrigerated storage or transport on ice. Norgen’s Viral Transport Medium is formulated to transport samples that are presumably infected with a virus. Viral Transport Medium is manufactured based on CDC formula and is offered in bulk to provide an option to readily assemble swab collection devices for sample collection. Norgen’s Viral Transport Medium (VTM) is designed for safe and efficient transport of viral samples, including but not limited to those from nasal, throat, and other swabs. The VTM contains a balanced mix of Hank’s Balanced Salt Solution (HBSS), heat-inactivated fetal bovine serum (FBS), gentamicin sulfate, and amphotericin B to preserve the viability of viruses and prevent the growth of contaminating bacteria and fungi. The medium ensures the stability and viability of viruses, chlamydia, and mycoplasma for analysis using different techniques. In addition, the Viral Transport Medium eliminates the need to immediately process or freeze samples, allowing them to be shipped to testing facilities at ambient temperatures.
• UNSPSC: 41116134
• HS Code: 3822.19.00.80
• Dot Regulated: false
• Weight: 8
• Length: 11
• Storage Conditions: Ice Packs 2-8°C
• Width: 9
• Height: 15
• Cubic Feet: 0.859375