Biomed - Model VTM-C19 -Transit Tube

Biomed Diagnostics` VTM-C19 Transit Tube is intended for on-site collection and transport to the testing laboratory of human clinical specimens containing SARS-CoV-2 — the virus that causes COVID-19 disease in humans and/or (USA only) influenza A virus. ^1–4

Intended to be inoculated with specimens collected with a nasopharyngeal (NP) or oropharyngeal (OP) synthetic fiber swab (not provided), VTM-C19 has been validated to transport SARS-CoV-2 and (USA only) influenza A viral specimen appropriately to the lab for analysis with qRT-PCR.

Product Principle   

• VTM-C19 Transit Tubes ensures a non-replicating competent status of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) and (USA only) influenza A.
• Suppresses the growth of other bacteria and fungi that may be present in clinical samples from the human respiratory system

Simple Convenience

• Safe transport and preservation of the specimen
• Compatible with approved nucleic acid extraction and qRT-PCR tests

Storage

• The VTM-C19 Transit Tube is based on the CDC formulation which has a shelf-life of twelve-months when stored at refrigeration temperature (2-8°C) or at room temperature (18-25°C).