Product Overview

MagGenome’s Viral Transport Medium (VTM) Kit is designed for the safe collection, preservation, and transport of viral specimens to the laboratory for downstream DNA or RNA isolation. The formulation maintains both the viability and virulence of viral particles during transport, ensuring reliable results in molecular and serological assays.

Composition & Features

• Formulation: Our Viral transport medium is based on Hanks’ Balanced Salt Solution (HBSS)

• Protective agents: Includes stabilizing proteins and cryoprotectants to preserve viral integrity during transport or long-term frozen storage

• Contamination control: Contains multiple antibiotics to inhibit bacterial and fungal growth

• pH stability: Buffered to maintain optimal conditions for viral survival

Swab Specifications

• Type: Sterile flocked nylon swabs (nasal and oral)

• Design: Ultra-flexible short perpendicular shaft for improved patient comfort

• Collection efficiency: Soft nylon fibers maximize sample uptake and release, improving assay sensitivity

• Breakpoint: Molded breakpoint allows safe, easy transfer into the transport tube

Sample Collection Tube

• Designed for secure viral preservation and easy handling

• Compatible with automated nucleic acid extraction platforms

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