Universal Transport Medium

The main components of a general purpose transport medium usually include the following:
Buffer system: maintains the pH of the medium stable.
Nutrients: such as peptone, yeast extract, etc. to provide microorganisms with the nutrients they need to grow.
Anticoagulants: prevent blood clotting.
Bacteriostatic agents: inhibit bacterial growth and maintain the purity of the specimen

Universal Transportation Medium is mainly applied to the following aspects:
Transportation of clinical specimens: such as blood, urine, sputum and other specimens to maintain the activity and stability of the specimen.
Collection and transportation of microorganisms: to facilitate the safe transportation of microorganisms from the sampling point to the laboratory for testing and identification.
Transportation of environmental samples: such as soil, water samples and other environmental samples to ensure the survival and integrity of microorganisms.

The following are general steps for the proper use of Universal Transport Medium to transport samples:
Preparation: Select the appropriate Universal Transportation Medium and ensure that it is within its expiration date.
Sample Collection: Collect the desired sample according to the appropriate sampling specifications and requirements.
Placement of the sample into the medium: Carefully place the collected sample into the Universal Transport Medium, making sure that the sample is in full contact with the medium.
Sealing the package: Seal the container containing the sample and media properly to prevent leakage and contamination.
Labeling and Recording: Clearly label the packaged samples, including sample information, time of collection, etc., and keep relevant records.
Timely transportation: Deliver the samples to the designated testing or research site as soon as possible, taking care to maintain the temperature and environmental conditions during transportation.