Description
Specifications Table
| Product Name | Brain Heart Infusion w/ 6.5% NaCl |
|---|---|
| Pack Size | 500 gm |
| Form | Powder |
| Grade | Laboratory Grade |
| Application | Microbiology culture media for bacterial isolation |
Product Description
Brain Heart Infusion (BHI) with 6.5% NaCl is a specialized microbiology medium designed to support the growth of fastidious and halophilic bacteria. This enriched formulation combines brain and heart extracts with peptones, glucose, and sodium chloride to create an optimal environment for bacterial cultivation. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or educator, this medium is essential for experiments requiring selective bacterial growth.
At eqipped, we ensure this BHI agar with NaCl meets stringent quality standards, making it reliable for both routine and advanced microbiology applications. The 500 gm pack size is perfect for labs with moderate usage, ensuring you always have enough media for your experiments.
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Key Applications
This BHI broth with NaCl is widely used in:
- Clinical microbiology for isolating pathogenic bacteria
- Research labs studying halophilic microorganisms
- Educational settings for teaching bacterial culture techniques
- Food and environmental testing for microbial contamination
Why This Medium Stands Out
The addition of 6.5% NaCl makes this BHI agar particularly useful for isolating bacteria that thrive in high-salt environments. Unlike standard BHI media, this variant helps inhibit the growth of non-halophilic organisms, ensuring more accurate results in your experiments. Its balanced nutrient composition supports robust bacterial growth, making it a staple in microbiology labs.
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Preparation and Usage
To prepare the medium, dissolve 52 grams of the powder in 1 liter of distilled water. Sterilize by autoclaving at 121°C for 15 minutes. For agar plates, add 1.5% agar before sterilization. Once cooled, pour into sterile Petri dishes or use as a broth for liquid cultures.
Always follow standard microbiology protocols when handling this medium. Store the powder in a cool, dry place and prepared media at 2-8°C for short-term use.
Safety and Handling
While this product is non-hazardous, always wear appropriate lab gear (gloves, lab coat, and goggles) when handling. Dispose of used media according to your institution’s biohazard waste guidelines.
FAQs
What is Brain Heart Infusion with 6.5% NaCl used for?
It’s a selective microbiology medium used to isolate and cultivate halophilic bacteria, commonly in clinical, research, and food testing labs.
How do I prepare BHI agar with NaCl?
Dissolve 52 grams of powder in 1 liter of distilled water, add 1.5% agar if needed, and autoclave at 121°C for 15 minutes.
Can I use this for non-halophilic bacteria?
While possible, the high NaCl concentration may inhibit some non-halophilic strains. For general use, consider standard BHI media.
What’s the shelf life of this product?
The powder has a long shelf life when stored properly. Prepared media should be used within a few weeks when refrigerated.
Where can I buy Brain Heart Infusion w/ 6.5% NaCl online?
You can order it directly from eqipped, a trusted supplier of lab reagents and microbiology media in India.
