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Product Description
SHENTEK® MVM Positive Control is an inactivated, replication-defective pseudovirus intended as a process positive control for monitoring MVM DNA extraction and PCR detection workflows. It is designed for use with SHENTEK® Virus DNA & RNA Extraction Kits and SHENTEK® MVM Detection Kit. The product is supplied as 100 μL per tube (3 tubes) and is ready for direct use without dilution. It supports verification of extraction efficiency and downstream PCR assay performance across the entire workflow.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Number | 1506747 |
| Formulation / Type | Inactivated replication-defective pseudovirus (MVM) |
| Volume / Quantity | 100 μL × 3 tubes |
| Intended use | Process positive control for MVM DNA extraction and PCR detection assays |
| Storage temperature | Store below -65 °C; stable for up to 12 months |
| Stability | Up to 12 months when stored at recommended temperature |
| Preparation | Thaw completely at 2–8 °C or on ice, vortex and spin briefly before use |
Features
- Workflow control: Monitors the entire process from nucleic acid extraction to PCR detection, enabling verification of extraction efficiency and assay performance.
- Ready-to-use: Provided as a ready-to-use positive control that does not require dilution prior to use.
- Stable supply format: Supplied in multiple tubes (100 μL × 3) and stable for up to 12 months under recommended storage conditions.
- Biosafety-conscious design: Inactivated, replication-defective pseudovirus provides a safer control material while recommending biosafety cabinet handling and proper waste sterilization.
Applications
- Positive control for MVM DNA extraction workflows
- Positive control for PCR detection assays (MVM)
- Quality control for nucleic acid extraction kits and PCR reagents
- Assay development, validation, and troubleshooting for MVM detection
Kit Contents
MVM Positive Control100 μL × 3 tubes; store below -65 °C
* Total: N/A (control: 3 tubes) | Method: PCR
Attention
• Thaw one tube completely at 2–8 °C or on ice, then vortex and spin briefly before use.
• Follow the positive control sample (PCS) preparation protocol in the SHENTEK® MVM Detection Kit user guide.
• This product is ready for direct use without dilution.
• Use only after equilibrating to room temperature; avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
• Do not mix reagents from different batches.
• Do not use reagents beyond their expiration date.
• Intended for research use only; not for clinical diagnosis or treatment.
• Although inactivated and replication-defective, operate in a biosafety cabinet and autoclave experimental waste prior to disposal in compliance with medical waste regulations.
Quality Management & Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the intended use of the SHENTEK® MVM Positive Control?
It is intended as a process positive control to monitor MVM DNA extraction and PCR detection assays when used with SHENTEK® extraction and detection kits.
Q2: How should the MVM Positive Control be stored and what is its shelf life?
Store below -65 °C. The product is stable for up to 12 months when stored at the recommended temperature; check the label for the expiration date.
Q3: Do I need to dilute the positive control before use?
No. The product is provided ready for direct use without dilution. Thaw at 2–8 °C or on ice, vortex and spin briefly prior to use.
Q4: Is this product safe to handle on the bench?
The product is an inactivated replication-defective pseudovirus, which reduces risk, but it is still recommended to handle it in a biosafety cabinet and to autoclave and properly dispose of experimental waste.
Research Use Only
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Research Use Only (RUO) – This product is intended for laboratory research purposes only and not for clinical or regulatory diagnostic use.
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Not intended for use in USDA or FDA regulated diagnostic testing or official compliance testing.
When can I expect my order to ship?
Most orders are filled and shipped within 2-3 business days from the time they are received.
Our standard shipping usually take 2-5 days.
We also provide express shippping for time-sensitive deliveries.
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