Salmonella Shigella Agar
| Manufacturer |
Product Code |
| Acumedia |
7152 |
| BD / Difco |
274500 |
| BD / BBL |
211597 |
| Oxoid |
CM0099 |
| Merck |
1.07667 |
Intended Use
Salmonella Shigella Agar is specifically formulated for the isolation and identification of Salmonella spp. and certain strains of Shigella spp. This selective agar medium plays a critical role in clinical microbiology and food safety testing.
Product Summary and Explanation
Salmonellosis remains a significant public health concern globally, where infections caused by non-typhi Salmonella can lead to mild, self-limiting illnesses, while infections from Salmonella typhi can escalate into severe conditions, presenting symptoms like fever, headache, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. In cases where untreated, it poses the risk of severe respiratory, hepatic, and neurological complications.
Shigellosis, on the other hand, is an intestinal disorder primarily resulting in abdominal discomfort, fever, and watery diarrhea. This illness is often linked to outbreaks, typically spread through contaminated food or water sources.
Developed as a modification of Desoxycholate Citrate Agar by Leifson, Salmonella Shigella Agar is recognized for its superiority over several other culture media for facilitating the isolation of Salmonella spp. and Shigella spp. This medium is highly recommended for testing both clinical specimens and food products to detect the presence of these pathogenic microorganisms. With its selective properties, it ensures accurate results, supporting effective diagnosis and control of Salmonella and Shigella infections.
