Blood Agar Base, Improved (7268)
Intended Use:
Blood Agar Base, Improved is expertly formulated for the isolation and cultivation of a diverse range of fastidious microorganisms when supplemented with blood.
Product Summary and Explanation:
Blood Agar Base, Improved serves as a robust foundation for microbiological analysis, specifically tailored for the growth of fastidious pathogenic microorganisms. This medium is designed to be supplemented with 5 - 10% of sheep, rabbit, or horse blood to enhance its efficacy in isolating, cultivating, and evaluating hemolytic reactions.
Developed from historical research dating back to 1919, Blood Agar Base, Improved benefits from modified formulations that optimize organism growth while effectively neutralizing toxic metabolites that may inhibit microbial proliferation. This innovative and refined approach ensures consistent and reliable results in laboratory settings, making it indispensable for microbiological testing.
The versatility of Blood Agar Base allows it to also function as a general-purpose medium for various microbial cultures, providing the flexibility needed in clinical and research environments. It is extensively utilized in standard method procedures for food testing, exemplifying its importance across multiple applications.
Key Features:
- Designed for the isolation of fastidious microorganisms.
- Supplement with 5 - 10% blood for optimal performance.
- Modified formula enhances organism growth and reduces toxic impacts.
- Applicable as both a specialized and general-purpose media.
- Widely accepted in food testing standard method procedures.
Experience unmatched reliability and performance with Blood Agar Base, Improved—a vital tool for professionals dedicated to advancing microbiological research and diagnostics.
