Tryptic Soy Agar (TSA) - 7100
| Manufacturer |
Catalog Number |
| Acumedia |
7100 |
Intended Use
Tryptic Soy Agar is specifically formulated for the cultivation of a diverse array of microorganisms. It meets Harmonized USP/EP/JP Requirements, ensuring its suitability for various microbiological applications.
Product Summary and Explanation
Originally discovered by Leavitt et al. in 1955, Tryptic Soy Agar (TSA) has proven to support vigorous growth for both aerobic and anaerobic microorganisms. This general-purpose medium, commonly known as Soybean-Casein Digest Agar USP 23, serves as a rich nutritional base ideal for various microbiological studies.
To enhance its utility, TSA can accommodate a range of supplements. For instance, adding 5% sterile, defibrinated sheep, horse, or rabbit blood transforms TSA into an excellent non-selective medium that is instrumental in determining the hemolytic reactions of bacteria. Moreover, TSA supplemented with lecithin and Tween 80® is frequently used for environmental monitoring applications.
TSA is highly recommended across multiple water and wastewater applications and adheres to numerous standard methods for food testing. Its compliance with the Harmonized United States Pharmacopoeia (USP), European Pharmacopoeia (EU), and Japanese Pharmacopoeia (JP) further ensures its reliability in laboratories.
Clinically, TSA is utilized for the differentiation of Haemophilus species; noteworthy is that the X and V factors are deliberately omitted from this medium. Additionally, it is widely used in blood cultures and is an essential maintenance medium for culture collections. TSA also plays a critical role in testing bacterial contaminants in cosmetics, making it a versatile choice for both research and clinical laboratory settings.
Key Features:
- Supports broad microbial growth, both aerobic and anaerobic.
- Rich nutrient base, can be enhanced with various supplements.
- Non-selective medium ideal for hemolytic reaction analysis.
- Compliant with global pharmacopoeia standards (USP, EU, JP).
- Widely used in water testing, food safety, and clinical laboratories.
Specifications:
- Conforms to Harmonized USP/EP/JP Requirements.
