Oxoid™ Blood Agar Base 500 grams

Oxoid™ Blood Agar Base (500g) is a general-purpose medium used for the cultivation of a wide range of fastidious microorganisms, particularly in clinical microbiology. It supports the growth of both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria and is commonly used in conjunction with blood for the detection of hemolytic activity, which helps identify specific bacterial species.

Key Features:

• Form: Dehydrated powder
• Weight: 500g
• Application: Cultivation of a wide range of bacteria, particularly for hemolysis studies in clinical microbiology
• Composition: Contains a mixture of nutrients that support bacterial growth; supplemented with blood for hemolysis patterns
• Preparation: Suspend 37g in 1 liter of distilled water, mix thoroughly, and autoclave at 121°C for 15 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 13.5 liters of prepared medium
• Storage: Store the dehydrated medium at 10–30°C, protected from moisture and light
• Compliance: Suitable for use in clinical microbiology for the cultivation of fastidious bacteria and hemolytic activity testing

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