Description
Modified Semi-Solid Rappaport-Vassiliadis (MSRV) Agar is used with Novobiocin (NCM4040) for the rapid detection of motile Salmonella spp. and is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions in humans. MSRV was developed in 1986 by De Smedt, Bolderdijk and Rappold as a rapid means of Salmonella detection.
Preparation
- Suspend 31.6 grams of the medium in one liter of purified water.
- Heat with frequent agitation and boil for one minute to completely dissolve the medium.
- DO NOT AUTOCLAVE.
- Cool to 45-50°C and add 1 vial of NCM4040-0.5*, Novobiocin, reconstituted using 5mL sterile deionized/RO water.
- Mix well and dispense into petri dishes.
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