- Condition: Factory New
- Weight: 2.15 lb
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- MFR: Cepheid Ships from MFI Medical
- MPN: CEPH3C057N
Frequently asked questions
Does this system maintain specimen integrity?
Yes, the Universal Transport Medium is specifically engineered to preserve clinical specimens for viral molecular diagnostics. It is validated for both short-term transport and long-term freeze storage, ensuring high sample integrity.
Is the swab design comfortable for patients?
The kit includes a flexible minitip flocked swab. This design is specifically chosen to provide effective patient comfort during the nasopharyngeal collection process while ensuring optimal specimen recovery.
Does the medium prevent bacterial growth?
Yes. The 3 mL Universal Transport Medium contains specialized antibiotics formulated to inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi without compromising the viability of viral or chlamydia specimens.
Is this kit compliant with official guidelines?
Absolutely. The system is fully compliant with CLSI M40-A2 standards and meets the CDC Interim Guidelines for the handling and testing of clinical COVID-19 specimens.
Can this be used for rapid antigen testing?
Yes, this system offers excellent clinical versatility. It is validated for a wide range of applications, including:
- Viral molecular diagnostic testing
- Viral culture
- Rapid antigen testing
- DFA (Direct Fluorescent Antibody) assays
Is this compatible with Cepheid Xpert platforms?
Yes, this collection and transport system is designed for professional use and is fully compatible with Cepheid Xpert testing platforms, making it a seamless addition to your laboratory workflow.
Does the tube design prevent leakage?
The system features a 16 x 100 mm skirted tube equipped with a secure, vibrant red screw cap. This ensures a tight seal for safe transport of clinical specimens.
Are there beads inside the transport tube?
No. This specific configuration is designed without beads, which helps streamline laboratory workflows and simplifies the diagnostic processing steps.
What is included in each sterile pack?
Each sterile package is a self-contained unit ready for professional use, including:
- 1 x Flexible Minitip Flocked Swab
- 1 x 3 mL UTM Viral Transport Medium
- 1 x Secure Red Screw Cap
Is this kit suitable for chlamydia testing?
Yes, the UTM system is validated for a variety of clinical needs, including the testing of chlamydia, mycoplasma, and ureaplasma, alongside standard viral molecular diagnostic assays.