GROUP A BETA STREP AGAR PK10

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. Polystyrene Petri plates feature raised rings for stacking ability and prevents sliding. 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. Comparable to: BD 221780 (10 per PK)