Viral Transport Media (VTM)
Ready-to-Use, Heat Inactivated, USDA Origin, Sterile-Filtered, RNase/DNase/Protease Tested, CDC Compliant
Viral Transport Media (VTM) is an isotonic solution composed of protective proteins, antibiotics to prevention microbial contamination, and buffers to assist in maintaining physiological pH range. Isotonicity is not essential. VTM is primarily utilized for the transportation of swabs or materials released into the medium from a collection swab. Viral Transport Media (VTM) from Redoxica has been produced in strict accordance with the Center for Disease Control’s (CDC) guidelines (CDC SOP# DSR-052-02). This VTM was developed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to support ongoing research and development needs.
As per the CDC's recommended formulation, our product contains heat inactivated (HI) USDA origin fetal bovine serum (FBS), gentamicin, amphotericin in a hanks balanced salt solution base. Reverse Osmosis De-ionized (RO-DI) water was utilized during production. This product is suitable for a wide range of viral research and development purposes including viral collection, transport, maintenance, and culture. The appearance of Redoxica's VTM is a clear liquid with an amber tint and contains no phenol red indicator as this is not a requirement per CDC guidelines. Each lot of VTM is tested on blood agar incubated at 37°C for 48 hrs to determine sterility of the final product and the results of this microbial sterility test must be negative for microbial growth (no growth) in order to pass our QC. Our VTM is manufactured in an FDA registered, ISO-13485:2016 certified facility based in the United States under Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP).
Unit of Measure | mL |
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Shelf Life | 12 MONTHS |
Endotoxin | Not Tested |
Made In | United States of America |
Osmolarity | 240 - 340 |
pH | 6.0 - 8.0 |
Sterility | Sterile (No Growth per CDC SOP# DSR-052-02), 0.2 micron sterile-filtered |
Appearance | Clear liquid, light amber tint |
Manufacturing Certification | cGMP FDA registered, ISO-13485:2016 certified facility |
Form | Liquid, solution |
Formulation | CDC DSR-052-02 |
Ingredients | 1X Hanks Balanced Salt Solution (HBSS) in Reverse Osmosis Deionized (RO/DI) Water, 2% v/v Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) (USDA Approved Origins, Heat Inactivated (HI)), 100 µg/mL Gentamicin, 0.5 µg/mL Amphotericin B |
Microbial Sterility Test | 0 CFU per mL (per USP <61> microbial enumeration test) |
Synonyms | COVID-19 viral transport media, COVID-19 VTM, COVID-19 UTM, viral transport media, VTM, universal transport media, UTM, CDC SOP# DSR-052-01, CDC SOP# DSR-052-02 |
Q. Why is Redoxica's VTM clear? A. Our production was based on the CDC's SOP# DSR-052-02, which does not require an indicator - Redoxica's VTM does not contain phenol red.
Q. How long will it take to deliver? A. It depends on your location and the total quantity ordered. For volumes under 100 L, we should be able to ship within 1-2 days. For quantities larger than 100 L, it may take up to 3-5 days for delivery.
Q. What is your production capacity? A. Our production capacity is 12,000 L / day.
Q. How do I find pricing and availability? A. The latest pricing and availability is displayed on our website. This is updated in real-time and is the exact same information that our support team and distributors have access to. For bulk requests or if you need a quote, please submit a quote request or contact our distribution partner directly at support@labscoop.com
Q. I still have questions, how do I contact technical support? A. No problem! Email us directly at support@redoxica.com
Q. Do you supply VTM to countries outside the United States? A. Yes
Q. Do you supply VTM in 3mL aliquotted tubes? A. No
Q. Do you offer any discounts? A. Yes, we do offer bulk discounts upon request. Please email our distribution partner directly at support@labscoop.com
Q. Is this VTM stable at room temperature? A. Per CDC's guidelines, VTM should be stored at 2-8°C and kept under refrigerated conditions.
Q. Do you offer NP/OP swabs? A. No. However, our distribution partner, Labscoop, does provide NP/OP swabs. Please contact them directly at support@labscoop.com
Q. Could you provide us with an MSDS? A. No
Q. Is this an FDA approved product? A. No, this is not an FDA cleared product and is currently only available for research, development, further manufacturing and evaluation purposes.
Q. I still have questions, how do I contact technical support? A. No problem! Email us directly at support@redoxica.com
2-8°C (KEEP REFRIGERATED). AVOID EXPOSURE TO DIRECT LIGHT. DO NOT FREEZE.
NOT FOR HUMAN OR ANIMAL CONSUMPTION. NOT TO BE TAKEN INTERNALLY. FOR TRANSPORT OF SPECIMEN ONLY. FOR LABORATORY RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, OR FURTHER MANUFACTURING USE ONLY. NOT FOR USE IN DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES, DRUG, HOUSEHOLD OR OTHER USES. Product Disclaimer: This product is sold for in-vitro use only for research, development, further manufacturing and evaluation purposes. This material is not suitable for human or animal use. While we make every effort to ensure the safety of our products, we recommend handling any biological materials with standard precautions as if capable of spreading infectious disease. The statements herin are offered for informational purposes only to be used solely for your consideration, investigation, and verification.
Cold Packs
No
Clear PETG certified sterile and non-pyrogenic
2.00 LBS
12" X 12" X 12"
Ready-to-Use, Heat Inactivated, USDA Origin, Sterile-Filtered, RNase/DNase/Protease Tested, CDC Compliant
Ready-to-Use, Heat Inactivated, USDA Origin, Sterile-Filtered, RNase/DNase/Protease Tested, CDC Compliant
Ready-to-Use, Heat Inactivated, USDA Origin, Sterile-Filtered, RNase/DNase/Protease Tested, CDC Compliant