Description
Specifications Table
Product Name – Violet Red Bile Glucose Agar Quantity/Pack Size – 100 Gms, 500 Gms Form – Powder Grade – Laboratory Grade Application – Bacterial Identification
Product Overview
Violet Red Bile Glucose Agar is a specialized medium designed for the selective and differential identification of enteric bacteria. This agar is formulated to inhibit the growth of Gram-positive bacteria while allowing Gram-negative bacteria to grow, making it an essential tool in microbiology labs. The medium contains bile salts and dyes that create a distinctive color reaction, aiding in the differentiation of bacterial colonies. Violet Red Bile Glucose Agar is widely used in clinical and research settings for its reliability and effectiveness in bacterial identification.
FAQs
1. What is the primary use of Violet Red Bile Glucose Agar?
Violet Red Bile Glucose Agar is primarily used for the selective and differential identification of enteric bacteria in microbiology labs.
2. Can this agar be used for non-enteric bacteria?
Violet Red Bile Glucose Agar is specifically formulated for enteric bacteria and may not be effective for non-enteric bacteria.
3. How does the agar inhibit Gram-positive bacteria?
The agar contains bile salts that inhibit the growth of Gram-positive bacteria while allowing Gram-negative bacteria to grow.
4. What is the significance of the color reaction in this agar?
The color reaction, facilitated by the dyes in the agar, helps in the differentiation of bacterial colonies, making it easier to identify enteric bacteria.
5. Is Violet Red Bile Glucose Agar suitable for clinical use?
Yes, Violet Red Bile Glucose Agar is widely used in clinical settings for its reliability and effectiveness in bacterial identification.
