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Microbiology
Tellurite Blood Agar Base
BS.1/TE01.100.0100
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Microbiology
Tellurite Blood Agar Base
Tellurite Blood Agar Base is used for the selective isolation and cultivation of Corynebacterium species.
| Range | Microbiology |
|---|---|
| Composition | Formula per liter of medium: Biopeptone 10.00 gm.; Sodium chloride 5.000 gm.; Dipotassium hydrogen phosphate 4.000 gm.; Corn starch 1.000 gm.; Monopotassium phosphate 1.000 gm.; Agar 10.00 gm.; Final pH 7.2 ± 0.2 at 25°C |
| Preparation | Suspend 31 grams in 500 ml distilled water to make a double strength base. Heat to boiling to dissolve the medium completely. Sterilize by autoclaving at 15 lbs pressure (121°C) for 15 minutes. Cool to 45-50°C. Aseptically add sterile prepared Hemoglobin solution (10 grams in 490ml distilled water) and sterile reconstituted contents of one vial of Vitamino Growth Supplement and 1% Potassium Tellurite. Mix well and pour into sterile Petri plates. |
| Storage | BioScien Tellurite Blood Agar Base dehydrated media are stable until expiration date stated on label when properly stored 10-30°C. The prepared medium should be stored at 2-8°C. Use before expiry date on the label. On opening, product should be properly stored dry, after tightly capping the bottle in order to avoid lump development due to the hygroscopic nature of the product. Improper storage of the product may lead to lump formation. Store in a dry ventilated area protected from extremes of temperature and sources of ignition. Seal the container tightly after use. Product performance is best if used within stated expiry period. |
| Appearance | The color of BioScien Tellurite Blood Agar Base is Cream to yellow homogeneous free flowing powder. If there are any physical changes, discard the medium. The prepared Basal medium is Yellow coloured clear to slightly opalescent gel, With the addition of haemoglobin solution, Reddish brown coloured, opaque gel forms in Petri plates, media should not be used if there are any signs of deterioration (shrinking, cracking, or discoloration), and contaminations. |
| Specimen | Clinical samples |
| Pack sizes | 3 options |
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