Group A Beta Strep Agar, 15x100mm plate, RSR, 15x100mm plate, 17ml, reduced stacking ring for automated inoculating devices

For use in the selective isolation of Group A Strep only (Streptococcus pyogenes).

Features:

Contains 5% sheep blood, colistin, and trimethoprim sulfamethoxasole (SXT). For the selective isolation of Group A Strep only (S. pyogenes) and exhibits beta hemolysis. Inhibits other Streps, Gram negative bacteria, and normal respiratory flora. Not to be used for group B strep or pneumococcus.

Preferred for isolating Group A Strep from throat cultures. See Selective Strep Agar (Cat. No. A70) for a medium that is selective for all types of strep.

Contains 5% sheep blood from a veterinary supervised, controlled herd of donor animals. Blood is guaranteed to be from healthy antibiotic-free animals.

Packaged in sleeves of 10 plates in a "breathable" celluose bag that prevents build-up of condensation and excess moisture.
The Hardy Diagnostics manufacturing facility and quality management system complys with cGMP's and have achieved ISO 13485 certification as a medical device manufacturer.
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