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Tryptone Soy Agar 500G CDH
Original price was: KSh 14,100.00.KSh 11,700.00Current price is: KSh 11,700.00.
- Quantity: 500 grams
- Package type: May vary (resealable bag, bottle, etc.)
- Culturing bacteria from clinical specimens
- Isolating and identifying bacteria
- Counting bacteria in a culture (colony counting)
- Maintaining bacterial stocks
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Tryptone Soy Agar 500G CDH
Tryptone Soy Agar (TSA) is a culture medium commonly used in microbiology labs for the growth of a wide variety of bacteria. It is a general-purpose, non-selective medium, meaning it can support the growth of many different types of bacteria. TSA is widely used for:
- Culturing bacteria from clinical specimens
- Isolating and identifying bacteria
- Counting bacteria in a culture (colony counting)
- Maintaining bacterial stocks
Here’s a breakdown of the components of Tryptone Soy Agar and their functions:
- Tryptone: A protein digest from casein (milk protein) that provides a source of amino acids and other nitrogenous nutrients for bacterial growth.
- Soy peptone: A protein digest from soybeans that provides additional amino acids and nutrients.
- Sodium chloride (NaCl): Maintains the proper osmotic balance in the medium for bacterial growth.
- Agar: A polysaccharide that acts as a gelling agent, solidifying the medium and allowing for streaking plates to isolate colonies of bacteria.
Here are some additional details about Tryptone Soy Agar 500G CDH:
- Manufacturer: CDH (India)
- Quantity: 500 grams
- Package type: May vary (resealable bag, bottle, etc.)
Things to Consider When Using Tryptone Soy Agar:
- Selectivity: Since TSA is a non-selective medium, it may not be ideal for isolating specific bacteria in a mixed culture. You might need to use additional selective or differential media to isolate specific bacteria.
- Storage: Store Tryptone Soy Agar according to the manufacturer’s instructions, typically at room temperature or below in a cool, dry place.
- Sterilization: Before use, sterilize the Tryptone Soy Agar according to standard microbiological practices. This typically involves autoclaving the medium at 121°C (250°F) for 15 minutes.
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