TCBS Agar (7210) - Your Essential Tool for Vibrio Isolation
Intended Use
TCBS Agar is specifically designed for the selective isolation of Vibrio cholerae and other enteropathogenic vibrios, making it an invaluable asset in clinical microbiology and food safety laboratories.
Product Summary and Explanation
Thiosulfate-Citrate-Bile-Sucrose Agar (TCBS Agar), also known as Vibrio Selective Agar, is based on the innovative formulation by Kobayashi et al., which modifies the selective medium established by Nakanishi. This medium effectively supports the growth of all pathogenic Vibrio species, with the exception of Vibrio hollisae. TCBS Agar is meticulously formulated to meet the nutritional demands of Vibrio spp., enabling them to thrive even in competition with the native intestinal flora.
Key features include:
- Optimal growth conditions for a wide range of Vibrio species, including halophilic varieties.
- Increased salt concentration, which aids in distinguishing Vibrio from non-target organisms.
- Effective for isolating Vibrio spp. from stool specimens, ensuring reliability in clinical diagnostics.
- Meets standard methodologies required for food testing, reinforcing its utility in food safety protocols.
Application Context
Infections caused by Vibrio species are often linked to the consumption of contaminated water or seafood, underscoring the significance of using TCBS Agar for effective monitoring and testing. As natural inhabitants of seawater, Vibrio spp. necessitate specialized media such as TCBS Agar for accurate isolation and identification in both clinical and environmental assessments.
Make TCBS Agar (7210) a pivotal component of your laboratory's microbiological toolkit, ensuring precise isolation and identification of pathogenic vibrios to safeguard public health.
