
Viral Transport Media (VTM): Preparation, Uses - Microbe Online
Viral Transport Media (VTM) are suitable for collection, transport, maintenance, and long-term freeze storage of clinical specimens containing viruses, chlamydia, mycoplasma, or ureaplasma organisms. It maintains organism viability for 48 hours at room or refrigerated temperature.
Viral transport medium - Wikipedia
Viral transport medium (VTM) is a solution used to preserve virus specimens after collection so that they can be transported and analysed in a laboratory at a later time.
BD universal viral transport system
The BD universal viral transport (UVT) system is designed to transport viruses, chlamydiae, mycoplasmas and ureaplasmas at room temperature. It is one of the only systems that may be stored and transported at 2°C to 25°C—all in one formulation.
Viral Transport Media (VTM)- Principle, Preparation, Uses ...
2022年1月3日 · A viral transport media (VTM) is a nutrient substance used to carry and maintain the viability of specimens (viruses) to a laboratory for the identification and further processing of the sample. Transport media for viruses are especially important as they are more labile than other infectious agents.
Microbiology - Quest Diagnostics
We currently supply rayon-tipped swabs in transport systems containing Amies liquid (red cap) or Amies gel (blue cap) transport media, in plastic tubes. The swabs in gel transport systems (blue cap) may be used to culture for aerobic and/or anaerobic organisms.
Understanding Viral Transport Media in Virology - Microbial Notes
2024年2月5日 · Viral Transport Media (VTM) is a specialized nutrient medium that keeps viral specimens stable and viable during their travel from the collection site to the laboratory. Its major function is to prevent desiccation, preserve virus genetic material, and aid in downstream diagnostic procedures.
Viral Transport Medium, VTM - Hardy Diagnostics
Hardy Diagnostics Viral Transport Medium is intended for the collection and transport of clinical specimens for the preservation of viral agents including, Influenza A, Influenza B, Adenovirus, and Echovirus from the collection site to the testing laboratory.