Non-Inactivated Virus Transport Kit with Liquid Amies Media

Description

Non-Inactivated Virus Transport Kit with Liquid Amies Media

The Non-Inactivated Virus Transport Kit, featuring Liquid Amies Media, is designed specifically for the safe collection, transport, and preservation of clinical specimens. This ready-to-use media is essential for microbiological analysis, ensuring that samples remain viable for accurate diagnosis. Moreover, the kit accommodates various sampling tools, making it versatile for different clinical applications.

Key Features and Specifications

Liquid Amies Media provides a non-nutritive environment, allowing specimens to be stored without nutrient interference. This unique formulation includes thioglycolate, which creates a lower redox potential environment, enhancing the survival of microorganisms during transport. Additionally, phosphate acts as a buffering agent, while sodium chloride maintains osmotic pressure, thus ensuring optimal conditions for specimen integrity.

You can choose from multiple sizes, including 1ml, 2ml, 3ml, 3.5ml, 5ml, and 6ml tubes. Packaging options range from 20 to 500 units, allowing laboratories to select the quantity that best fits their needs. Consequently, this flexibility makes the Non-Inactivated Virus Transport Kit an ideal choice for healthcare facilities requiring reliable specimen transport solutions.

Safe Handling and Storage

For in vitro diagnostic use only, assume that all specimens contain infectious microorganisms. Therefore, it is crucial to handle these samples with appropriate precautions. After use, dispose of tubes and swabs according to local regulations for infectious waste. Each tube is for single use only; reusing the medium can lead to contamination and inaccurate results.

The product can be transported at temperatures between 2–37°C for up to 20 days. For long-term storage, keep the kit in its original container at 2–25°C, where it remains valid for 18 months. Always check the expiration date printed on the packaging before use to ensure sample integrity.

Specimen Collection and Expected Results

You can use various swabs, such as flocked or polyester fiber swabs, with Liquid Amies Media. Once you collect a swab sample, place it in the tube and transport it to the laboratory as soon as possible. This prompt action is vital for maintaining the viability of microorganisms, which can last 24–48 hours in the transport medium.

For fastidious microorganisms like Neisseria gonorrhoeae and Streptococcus pneumoniae, it is critical to culture the specimens within 24 hours to ensure accurate results. The survival of microorganisms in the transport medium depends on several factors, including the type of microorganism, transport duration, and storage temperature.

Limitations and Performance Characteristics

While Liquid Amies Media is primarily intended for bacteriological samples, it can also serve for viral transport when dedicated kits are unavailable. The medium appears as a clear liquid, ensuring that it remains sterile if unopened and undamaged. Thus, do not use it if there are signs of damage, dehydration, or contamination. visit our [Transport culture medium] for more related products