Description
Specifications Table
Product Name – Chocolate Agar Plate w/ Bacitracin Quantity/Pack Size – 50 plates Form – Solid Grade – Laboratory Application – Bacterial isolation
Product Overview
Chocolate Agar Plate w/ Bacitracin is a specialized growth medium designed for the isolation and cultivation of fastidious bacteria. This agar plate is enriched with hemin and isovitalex, providing essential nutrients that support the growth of bacteria that are difficult to culture on standard media. The addition of bacitracin, an antibiotic, helps to selectively inhibit the growth of Gram-positive bacteria, making it easier to isolate Gram-negative bacteria. This product is ideal for clinical and research laboratories, offering a reliable and efficient solution for bacterial identification and analysis.
FAQs
1. What is the primary use of Chocolate Agar Plate w/ Bacitracin?
Chocolate Agar Plate w/ Bacitracin is primarily used for the isolation and cultivation of fastidious bacteria, particularly Gram-negative bacteria.
2. Is this product suitable for clinical laboratories?
Yes, Chocolate Agar Plate w/ Bacitracin is suitable for clinical laboratories for bacterial identification and analysis.
3. What is the role of bacitracin in this agar plate?
Bacitracin in the agar plate selectively inhibits the growth of Gram-positive bacteria, aiding in the isolation of Gram-negative bacteria.
4. How should Chocolate Agar Plate w/ Bacitracin be stored?
Chocolate Agar Plate w/ Bacitracin should be stored at 2-8°C to maintain its effectiveness and quality.
5. Can this product be used for academic research?
Yes, Chocolate Agar Plate w/ Bacitracin is suitable for academic research involving the isolation and cultivation of fastidious bacteria.
