Product Specifications
Below are the key product attributes and specifications that provide detailed information about this item:
Product Overview
BD BBL Chromagar Trypticase Soy Agar with 5% Sheep Blood (TSA II) is a high-quality prepared media designed for the isolation and differentiation of microorganisms in clinical and microbiological laboratories. This light beige liquid medium provides optimal growth conditions for a variety of bacteria, making it an essential tool for accurate diagnostics and research.
Features:
- Ready-to-use formulation: Eliminates the need for preparation, saving time and ensuring consistency.
- 5% Sheep Blood: Enhances the growth of fastidious organisms and allows for the detection of hemolytic activity.
- Chromogenic properties: Facilitates the identification of specific microorganisms through color changes.
- Versatile application: Suitable for a wide range of clinical samples, including respiratory, urinary, and wound specimens.
- Quality assurance: Manufactured by Becton Dickinson, a trusted name in laboratory products, ensuring reliability and performance.
Specifications:
- Product Code: 222239
- Media Type: Trypticase Soy Agar with 5% Sheep Blood
- Color: Light Beige
- Format: Liquid
- Storage: Refrigerated, typically at 2-8°C
Use Suggestion:
For optimal results, inoculate the medium with the sample and incubate under appropriate conditions (usually 35-37°C) for 24-48 hours. Monitor for growth and hemolytic patterns to assist in the identification of pathogens. Ideal for use in clinical diagnostics, research laboratories, and educational settings.
