Description
Oxoid™ Cefixime Supplement (1 x 0.025mg per 500ml) is a selective supplement designed to enhance the isolation of Salmonella species from clinical, food, and environmental samples. Cefixime, a broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic, is used in this supplement to inhibit the growth of Gram-negative bacteria, enabling the selective growth of Salmonella species while suppressing the growth of competing organisms. It is commonly used in combination with selective media for the detection of Salmonella.
Key Features:
- Form: Powder (1 vial per 500ml)
- Weight: 1 vial per pack (pack size 10 vials)
- Application: Selective isolation of Salmonella species from clinical, food, and environmental samples
- Composition: Contains cefixime, an antibiotic that inhibits the growth of Gram-negative bacteria, promoting the growth of Salmonella
- Preparation: Dissolve one vial in 500ml of sterile distilled water, mix thoroughly, and add to the prepared agar medium before sterilisation
- Storage: Store at 2–8°C, protect from light, and ensure the vial is tightly sealed
- Compliance: Suitable for use in microbiological testing protocols for the detection of Salmonella species