Shape and Constitution
The product is intended to collect specimen sample from patient’s nasal mucosa or nasal concha for testing Virus (ex. Covid-19), Chlamydia, Mycoplasma and Ureaplasma.
After collection specimens should be stored at 2~25°c and processed within 48 hours.
VTM:M4 Inactivation Medium has been designed for inactivation of potentially infectious biological pathogens ensuring safety during handling, transport and processing.
Performance
Universal Transport Medium consist of Proteose peptone, Yeast extract,Yeast extract, Dextrose, Gelatin, K2HPO4, Gentamicin, Amphotericin-B, Potassium Phosphate.
Amphotericin B and Gentamicin are incorporated in the medium to inhibit growth of competing Bacteria and Yeast.
The medium is isotonic and non-toxic to mammalian host cells. The presence of sucrose acts as a cryoprotectant which aids in the preservation of viruses and chlamydia if specimen are frozen for prolonged storage.
Method of Use
1. Take off the sterile pouch
2. Take out the swab applicator prepared and collect the specimen
3. Put the head part of the product in the transport medium and carry it to the test room(If there is breakpoint, cut the part and carry the head)
Precautions
1. Warning
① Do not repack
② Do not re-sterilize
③ Do not reuse this product as it is disposable one.
2. General precaution
① Check any damage before using. Do not use if damaged.
② Do not use excessive force with when collecting the specimen
③ Do not use products that have passed the expiration date or frozen because their quality may deteriorate
④ Use the product where there is no possibility of contamination