Burkholderia Cepacia Agar (BCSA) Pack of 20 plates

Product Overview:
Burkholderia Cepacia Agar (BCSA) is a selective medium designed for the isolation and differentiation of Burkholderia cepacia from respiratory secretions of Cystic Fibrosis patients. It is also suitable for the routine testing of non-sterile inorganic salts containing preservatives. BCSA provides the necessary conditions for the growth of B. cepacia while inhibiting the growth of contaminating microorganisms, making it an essential tool for clinical microbiology laboratories.

Key Features:

• Selective Isolation: Specifically formulated for the isolation of Burkholderia cepacia.
• Clinical Applications: Ideal for use in Cystic Fibrosis patient monitoring and testing of non-sterile inorganic salts with preservatives.
• Inhibition of Contaminants: Contains antibiotics (Gentamicin, Vancomycin, Polymyxin B) to suppress the growth of unwanted bacteria.

Applications:

• Selective isolation of Burkholderia cepacia from respiratory samples (e.g., sputum, bronchial lavage) of Cystic Fibrosis patients.
• Routine testing of non-sterile inorganic salts that may contain preservatives.

Industry:

• Clinical Microbiology

Pack Size:

• 20 Plates

Composition (per liter):

• Bacteriological agar – 15 g
• Crystal violet – 0.002 g
• Gentamicin – 0.01 g
• Lactose – 10 g
• Phenol red – 0.08 g
• Sodium chloride – 5 g
• Sucrose – 10 g
• Tryptone – 10 g
• Vancomycin – 0.0025 g
• Yeast extract – 1.5 g
• Polymyxin B Sulfate (600,000 IU) – 600,000 IU

Storage Instructions:
Store at 2–8°C, protected from light.

Quality Control:
Each batch is tested for sterility, performance, and selective properties to ensure optimal results.

Ordering Information:
Catalogue Number: 0983
Pack Size: 20 Plates

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