The New Copan UBM - A Next-generation Transport Medium
Copan announces the launch of UBM, a next-generation transport medium designed specifically for molecular testing workflows. Unlike traditional transport media, UBM contains no toxic chemicals, simplifying handling, storage, and shipping while maintaining reliable nucleic acid preservation.
- Preservation - UBM delivers verified performance across real-world temperature conditions, stabilizing DNA and RNA from viruses, bacteria, fungi, and yeast for up to 28 days at 2-8°C, 15-21°C, and 33-37°C.
- Performance - UBM has been validated with common molecular targets. Testing included Influenza A, Adenovirus, Staphylococcus aureus, Candida albicans, and Escherichia coli. In comparative studies, samples processed immediately and after 4 weeks of storage showed equivalent or superior performance to the gold standards.
- Safety - UBM's non-toxic formulation eliminates complications associated with hazardous material transport. Labs benefit from reduced shipping costs, simplified storage requirements, and streamlined compliance protocols.
- Compatibility - UBM is compatible with numerous validated molecular assays and can be used with automated specimen processing systems. Labs can adopt UBM without modifying established protocols or investing in new equipment.
- Versatility - Primary applications include respiratory and sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing. UBM supports collection from nasal, nasopharyngeal, and vaginal sites using Copan's FLOQSwabs.
By removing unnecessary complexity from the preanalytical phase, UBM helps laboratories focus resources on accurate, timely diagnostic results. This new medium is now available for order.
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for Research Use Only and not intended for clinical diagnostic procedures unless otherwise stated.
