Principle
The Molecular Transport Medium is formulated with a detergent and a stabilizing base that inactivates microorganisms and ensures the preservation of nucleic acids at room temperature for up to 28 days or even for 6 months at –20°C.
Content
Conical bottom plastic tube with screw cap and leak-proof rings, DNase- and RNase-free, containing 2ml or 3ml of sterile MTM.
Features
1. Preservation of nucleic acids (DNA and RNA) from viruses, bacteria and fungi.
2. Inactivates bacteria and fungi in less than 5 minutes.
3. Inactivates viruses instantly.
4. Stabilizes nucleic acids up to 35°C.
5. Suitable with PCR- and qPCR-based techniques.
Performance demonstrated for:
Bacteria:
Bacilus subtilis
Escherichia coli
Enterococcus faecalis
Listeria monocytogenes
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Salmonella typhimurium
Staphylococcus aureus
Streptococcus pyogenes
Fungi:
Candida albicans
Aspergillus brasiliensis
Viruses:
SARS-CoV-2
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
Influenza A
Influenza B
Rhinovirus