Features

• Viral transport medium is for the collection and transport of specimens to the lab for the recovery and identification of viruses.
• Viral transport medium consists of Modified Hank's Balanced Salt Solution, supplemented with animal protein and sucrose for virus stabilization.
• Viral transport medium is for use with nasopharyngeal swabs and oropharyngeal swabs.
• Selective agents are added to inhibit bacterial and fungal contaminants.
• A buffer solution is used to maintain pH at 7.3 +/- 0.2; Phenol red is the pH indicator.
• The medium acts as a cryoprotectant to ensure virus stabilization through freezing and thawing.
• Tubes have a 15 mL volume, with a 3 mL fill, and have a beige cap.
• Viral transport medium is contained within a tube: There are 20 tubes in a box.