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Viral Transport Medium (VTM)

Description of what it is and how it is used

A liquid media for the transport of specimens to the laboratory for transport of viruses (including COVID19), Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, and Ureaplasma testing

VTM

Mandatory requirements

  • Minimum of 1.5 ml of liquid medium
  • Contains agents to prevent bacterial overgrowth and is suitable for the transport of viruses and Chlamydiae
  • Compatible with molecular diagnostic techniques
  • Meets CDC guidelines for Viral Transport Medium

Optional requirements

  • 3 ml of liquid medium

Desired quantity

  • 1750 per week

List of URL links to normally commercially available examples

http://www.oxoid.com/UK/blue/prod_detail/prod_detail.asp?pr=R12552
Product Code R12566

https://www.bd.com/en-us/offerings/capabilities/specimen-collection/swab-based-specimen-collection/bd-universal-viral-transport-system
Product code BD-220531

https://www.copanusa.com/sample-collection-transport-processing/utm-viral-transport/
Product code 330C

 

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