BlogPfizer and Moderna Vaccine Storage From the CDC

2.18.21-vaccine-storage.jpg

Covid-19 is plateauing, and a big part of the reason seems to be the release of multiple vaccines to help curb the virus. Proper storage of the vaccines are essential in their success. The CDC has released the basics for storage for the top 2 vaccines, Pfizer and Moderna. Here are the basics. Download these PDFs for more information.

Moderna & Pfizer Vaccine Storage Temperature Monitoring Solutions

Pfizer

The Pfizer Vaccine

The Basics

  • How is Pfizer vaccine stored? Store vaccine in an ultra-cold freezer, thermal shipping container, or refrigerator. See guidance below for each storage unit.
  • Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for returning the thermal shipping container.
  • Each thermal shipping container holds up to 5 trays of vaccine. Each tray contains 195 multidose vials (975 doses).
  • Use vaccine vials stored in the refrigerator before removing vials from frozen storage.
  • Check and record storage unit temperature each workday. See guidance in the PDF below for each type of storage unit. Save storage records for 3 years, unless your jurisdiction requires a longer time period.

For more information on Deliveries, Ultra-Cold Freezer Options, Thermal Shipping Container Info, Refrigerator, Diluent, and Mixed Vaccine Info download the PDF below.

Pfizer Vaccine Info / CDC



moderna.jpg

The Moderna Vaccine

The Basics

  • How is Moderna vaccine stored? Store vaccine in a freezer or refrigerator. See guidance below for each storage unit.
  • Each box contains 10 multidose vials (100 doses).
  • Use vaccine vials stored in the refrigerator before removing vials from frozen storage.
  • This vaccine does not need to be mixed with a diluent before administration.
  • Check and record storage unit temperature each workday. See guidance in the PDF below for each type of temperature monitoring device. Save storage records for 3 years, unless your jurisdiction requires a longer time period.

For more information on Deliveries, Freezer Options, Refrigerator, and Temperature Monitoring Info download the PDF below.

Moderna Vaccine Info / CDC

For more information about what E-Control Systems can do for your lab take a look at our Life Science solutions.


Contact Us to See What Sets Us Apart
888.384.3274 or Request a Quote Today!

Popular Life Science Articles

Explore Our Options

Get Started Now!


Contact Us to See What Sets Us Apart

888.384.3274


↑ Top

This website uses cookies that are essential to the operation of this site, to personalize content and allow us to analyze site performance. If you continue to use our website, you consent to the use of our cookies. Click OK to indicate your acceptance of our cookie policy, including advertising cookies, analytics cookies, and sharing of information with social media, advertising and analytics partners.

Ok