Vacuum Viral Transport Medium Tube

The Vacuum Viral Transport Medium (VTM) Tube is specially designed for the collection, transportation, and preservation of viral specimens, including nasopharyngeal or oropharyngeal swabs. It features a pre-set vacuum that ensures accurate sample collection, maintaining the stability and viability of viral samples during transport. This tube is commonly used for diagnostic testing of viruses such as COVID-19, influenza, and other respiratory infections. The vacuum mechanism reduces handling errors and ensures that the correct sample volume is collected every time, making it essential for laboratories and healthcare facilities.

Features of Vacuum Viral Transport Medium Tube

1. Viral Preservation Medium: The tube is pre-filled with viral transport media that stabilizes viral particles, preserving the viability of the specimen during transit to the laboratory. This allows for both molecular and culture-based diagnostics.
2. Leak-Proof and Sterile Design: Made from medical-grade plastic (such as PET or polypropylene), the tube features a secure cap that prevents leakage and contamination. Each tube is sterilized and ready for use, ensuring the integrity of the specimen.
3. Temperature Stability: The tube’s viral transport medium is formulated to maintain viral RNA and DNA stability even during temperature fluctuations, ensuring that samples are protected during transport.
4. Color-Coded Cap: The cap is color-coded for easy identification, helping lab technicians and healthcare workers quickly recognize the tube type during collection and transport.
5. Multiple Tube Sizes Available: Available in different sizes (such as 5ml or 10ml), the tube offers flexibility for various sample collection needs in clinical settings.

Applications of Vacuum Viral Transport Medium Tube

1. Clinical Diagnostics: Used for the collection and transport of viral specimens, such as those for COVID-19, influenza, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), from patients to diagnostic laboratories.
2. Research Laboratories: Employed in research settings for studying viral pathogens and for the collection of samples in clinical trials.
3. Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities: Used widely in healthcare settings for rapid and safe viral specimen collection and transport.
4. Public Health Surveillance: A key tool in viral outbreak surveillance, allowing for the safe and effective collection of viral samples from affected populations.
5. Diagnostic Laboratories: Ensures that viral samples are collected with accuracy and transported safely for molecular testing, such as RT-PCR, and culture-based diagnostics.