UTM®
Innomed Universal Transport Medium® (UTM®) system is intended for the collection,
transport, and preservation of clinical
specimens containing Viruses, Chlamydia,
Mycoplasma, and Ureaplasma.
Composition
The universal solution
Innomed UTM® is compliant with CLSI M40-A2 standards. UTM® Hanks’ Balanced Salt Solution (HBSS) is enriched with proteins, sugars, and a pH indicator. Its unique formulation includes antibiotics and antimycotics to prevent overgrowth of bacterial and fungal flora.
Processing and applications
Versatile and automatable
UTM® is compatible with downstream antigen detection and molecular-based assays. It can be processed manually or with automated laboratory platforms such as Innomed Universe™.
UTM-RT® Round Bottom Tube
Same trusted medium, enhanced compatibility
UTM-RT® Round Bottom Tube is the latest version of UTM®, designed for direct loading onto the Roche cobas® 5800/6800/8800 platforms. On-label validated for sample transport prior to molecular detection or culture, UTM-RT® Round Bottom Tube eliminates the need for aliquoting or swab removal steps and is CE-IVDR compliant.
One of our most popular products
Our universal transport medium's features led the CDC to designate it as the preferred choice for COVID-19 screening.
FLOQSwabs® Inside
Ensure rapid, capillarity-driven sample uptake and superior specimen elution, enhancing downstream diagnostic testing capabilities.
Enhanced Stability
Ensures the viability of viruses, Chlamydia, Ureaplasma, and Mycoplasma for up to 48 hours at both room and refrigerated temperatures; supports long-term storage at -80°C for up to one year.
Glass Beads
Three glass beads in each tube facilitate the release and dispersion of patient material and virus particles from the swab during vortexing.
Different Screw Cap Formats
Available with a capture-cap to dock and lock the swab shaft for easier tube handling, or with a Pierce-able and Re-sealable PNR™ cap under development.
The perfect match
FLOQSwabs® Inside
Combining with FLOQSwabs® enhances your specimen collection capabilities across various anatomical sites, thanks to their superior design and efficiency. Discover why they are considered “the perfect collection device.”
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