Liquid virus transport media
INTENDET USE
For collection and transportation of
samples containing Viruses, Chlamydiae, Mycoplasma,
Ureaplasma etc. from the collection site to the laboratory
DESCRIPTION
Cell Culture and Growth Medium is a specially
formulated medium for collection, transport and long term
freeze storage of viruses. It is designed to maintain the
optimum viability and virulence of the viral sample.
Cell Culture and Growth Medium is made of Hanks
Balanced Salt Solution and contains a protective protein
antibiotics to control microbial contamination and
buffers to control the pH. Phenol red is used as a pH
indicator. The medium also contains a cryoprotectant
which helps in preserving the viruses, if specimens are
frozen for prolonged storage.
Appearance:
Orange colored, clear solution.
pH at 25°C:
7.3 ± 0.3
Osmolality in mOsm/Kg H
2
O:
500mOsm* - 600mOsm*
Sterility:
No bacterial or fungal growth was observed after 14 days
of incubation as per USP specification.