Supplies

McFarland Standard, Latex Equivalent # 1, 8ml fill, 16x100mm tube, by Hardy Diagnostics The McFarland Latex Standards are prepared from suspensions of uniform latex particles with similar absorbance values as the original barium sulfate standards. The stability of McFarland Latex Standards allows for a significantly longer shelf-life than the original barium sulfate standards due to reduced light sensitivity. Comparable to: Remel R20411 (1 per EA)

(Rose Agar, selective for gram positive bacteria / MacConkey Agar, selective for gram negative bacteria) (10 per PK)

Sabouraud Dextrose (SabDex) Agar, Blue, USP, not for human diagnostic use, 26ml fill, 15x100mm plate, order by the package of 10, by Hardy Diagnostics Sabouraud Dextrose Agar and Sabouraud Dextrose Broth are recommended for the isolation, cultivation, and maintenance of non-pathogenic and pathogenic species of fungi and yeasts, and meet the harmonized USP/EP/JP standards for the microbial examination of non sterile products. This product contains an inert blue dye to facilitate differentiation from other media that would otherwise have an similar color (such as Tryptic Soy Agar). (10 per PK)

(TSA with 5% Sheep Blood / Eosin Methylene Blue Agar). A two-section Petri plate. Ideal for the detection of urinary tract infections. EMB is selective for gram negative bacteria and will differentiate between lactose and non-lactose fermentors. Also, most Candida spp will grow on EMB. Features: 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 adhere to cGMP's have achieved ISO 13485 certification as a medical device manufacturer. Comparable to: BD 221286 (10 per PK)

Hardy Diagnostics MacConkey Agar is recommended for use as a selective and differential medium for the isolation of gram-negative bacilli (including coliform organisms and enteric pathogens), on the basis of lactose fermentation. This media is identical to Cat. no. G35, however his product has a Petri plate that features a reduced stacking ring (smoother lid) so that it will work smoothly with automated streaking devices, such as the bioMerieux Previ Isola. (10 per PK)

GBS Detect™ is recommended for the isolation and differentiation by enhanced hemolysis of detection of gamma-hemolytic (non-hemolytic) Group B Streptococcus from GBS enrichment broth procedures. Features and Benefits: Optically clear polystyrene For distortion free viewing. Heavy-Duty Reduces breakage during shipping. Stacking rings Polystyrene Petri plates feature raised rings for stacking ability and prevents sliding. Breathable Packaging Packaged in sleeves of 10 plates in a "breathable" bag that prevents buildup of condensation and excess moisture (10 per PK)

For the selective isolation of Mycoplasma hominis and Ureaplasma urealyticum. A8 Agar is highly nutritious due to peptones supplemented with yeast extract and inactivated horse serum present in the medium. The yeast extract provides diphosphopyridine nucleotides and the serum provides cholesterol and a source of protein. Amphotericin B and penicillin G are added to inhibit faster growing contaminants. Comparable to: Remel R20204 (10 per PK)

Clear, quick results in as little as 18 hours! HardyCHROM™ ESBL is a selective and differential chromogenic medium which is intended for the qualitative and presumptive detection from stool specimens of: 1) Enterobacteriaceae that are potentially non-susceptible to ceftazidime and cefpodoxime; and 2) Extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)-producing Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae and Klebsiella oxytoca. ESBL or Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamases refer to a group of enzymes produced by some species of bacteria that can mediate the organism’s resistance to one or more broad spectrum penicillins and cephalosporin antibiotics. Hardy Diagnostics is proud to offer this breakthrough culture media that will help screen ESBL quickly and more efficiently from stool specimen. Features and Benefits: Results in as little as 18 hours Easy-to-read color read-out Escherichia coli produce pink colonies Proteus mirabilis produce yellow/gold colonies (10 per PK)

Carbapenem resistance screening! HardyCHROM™ CRE (Carbapenem Resistant Enterobacteriaceae) is a selective and differential chromogenic agar medium intended for the qualitative and presumptive detection from stool specimens of Escherichia coli that are non-susceptible to carbapenems as pink colonies and KES (Klebsiella aerogenes, Klebsiella oxytoca, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterobacter cloacae complex, and Serratia marcescens) that are non-susceptible to carbapenems as blue colonies. HardyCHROM CRE is intended as an aid in the detection, identification of colonization and control of these bacteria in a healthcare setting. HardyCHROM™ CRE is not intended to diagnose infection or guide therapy. Results can be interpreted after incubation for 18-24 hours. Subculture to non-selective medium is required for confirming identification, antimicrobial susceptibility testing and epidemiological typing. Features and Benefits: Non-susceptible E. coli produces colonies that are rose to magenta in color with darker pink centers. Klebsiella, Enterobacter, and Serratia spp. produce large, dark (10 per PK)

otassium Hydroxide, 10% KOH, for skin fungal preps, 15ml dropper vial, by Hardy Diagnostics, prefer to ship ground For use in slide preparations of specimens for the purpose of identifying fungal elements. Dissolves epithelial cells that may mask fungal elements. The Hardy Diagnostics manufacturing facility and quality management system comply with the FDA's Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and have achieved ISO 13485 certification as a medical device manufacturer. Quality is a science...Service is an art. At Hardy Diagnostics, we believe in excellence in patient care...just like you do! Comparable to: Remel R21524 (1 per EA)

Leeds Acinetobacter Medium is a selective and differential medium intended for use as a plating technique to obtain a pure culture of Acinetobacter. The selective components in Leeds Acinetobacter Medium are traditionally cefsulodin and cephradine, which inhibit the growth of non-Acinetobacter gram-negative bacteria, and vancomycin, which inhibits the growth of gram-positive bacteria. Acinetobacter Medium substitutes antibiotics for the some of the antibiotics in the original reference. The presence of fructose and sucrose and neutral red, a pH indicator, allows the differentiation of bacteria based on the products released when the bacteria use fructose and sucrose as a nutrient source. The colonies of those that release acidic products are yellow, while the colonies of those that release alkaline products are red. Acinetobacter spp. will produce light pink mucoid colonies with a pink to mauve color diffused into the medium. The colonies are circular, convex, smooth, and opaque with entire margins of 1 to 2 mm in diameter after 24 hours at 35 degrees C. (10 per PK)

Our new tile-less system allows for fast results for the cultivation and identification of beta-hemolytic strains of Group B Streptococcus. Strep B Carrot Broth™ One-Step is a selective and differential medium which is intended for the detection of Group B Streptococcus (GBS) from anovaginal specimens collected from pregnant women. The medium is used as an aid in the qualitative determination of GBS colonization in pregnant women. The color change reaction from white to orange is representative of a positive result for presence of hemolytic GBS. Our one-step test is an improvement over conventional methods by increasing sensitivity, decreasing turn-around time, and lowering overall cost. All components are now included in the color change test, so the use of additional tiles is no longer necessary. Positives require no follow up testing! Advantages of Strep B Carrot Broth™ One-Step: One Step! Easy one-step process! Place sample directly in the tube. Adding tiles is no longer necessary. Simple read-out Development of any orange to red color whatsoever, indicates a positive result. Accurate results For positives, there is no need for further sub-culturing or testing. Low cost Lower overall cost when compared to LIM broth. Easy to use Can be used with liquid and gel-based transport systems. Multiple formats Carrot Broth media is available in multiple formats that work on many automated inoculating machines, such as the WASP®, BD Innova® and Kiestra™ (100 per PK)

For disk diffusion sensitivity testing of Haemophilus spp. by the Kirby-Bauer method. Comparable to: Remel R04033 (10 per PK)

HardyDisk™ AST Ceftazidime/Avibactam, 50ug (CZA50), Avycaz, 5 x 50 disks, by Hardy Diagnostics To better meet our customer's needs, Hardy Diagnostics will be introducing new HardyDisk AST products, starting February 2016. Ceftazidime/Avibactam has been shown be active against Enterobacteriaceae and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. HardyDisk™ AST's are impregnated paper disks used for Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST) also known as disk diffusion or Kirby-Bauer testing. Each cartridge contains 50 disks that are spring loaded for smooth and reliable dispensing. Hardy Diagnostics offers a complete line of all commonly used antibiotics. Available in single cartridges (Z9351) or packs of five (Z9355). Compatible with the BBL dispensers. Improved cartridge design prevents jamming and tearing. HardyDisk™ AST cartridges are packaged in an all new canister that features a desiccant built into the lid. Kirby-Bauer accessories available: Mueller Hinton Agar, McFarland Standard, calipers, and much more! Spring loaded in cartridges of 50 disks for smooth and reliable dispensing The last disk in each cartridge is clearly marked with dark lines around its edge to signify the need for refill For use with dispenser catalog number 260457 (not included) or 12 place dispenser catalog number 260640 (not included). FDA cleared. (250 per PK)

(Brain Heart Infusion Agar) Contains vancomycin 6mcg/ml. For the detection and isolation of vancomycin resistant Enterococcus spp. (VRE) Comparable to: Remel R01176 (10 per PK)

HardyDisk™ Ceftolozane/Tazobactam, 40µg (C/T40), Zerbaxa, 5 x 50 disks, by Hardy Diagnostics HardyDisk™ AST's are impregnated paper disks used for Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST) also known as disk diffusion or Kirby-Bauer testing. Each cartridge contains 50 disks that are spring loaded for smooth and reliable dispensing. Hardy Diagnostics offers a complete line of all commonly used antibiotics. Available in single cartridges (Z9341) or packs of five (Z9345). Compatible with the BBL dispensers. Improved cartridge design helps to prevent jamming and tearing. HardyDisk™ AST cartridges are packaged in an all new canister that features a desiccant built into the lid. Kirby-Bauer accessories available: Mueller Hinton Agar, McFarland Standard, calipers, and much more! Spring loaded in cartridges of 50 disks for smooth and reliable dispensing The last disk in each cartridge is clearly marked with dark lines around its edge to signify the need for refill For use with with single dispenser catalog number 260457 (not included) or 12 place dispenser catalog number 260640 (not included). FDA cleared. (1 per EA)

The Oxoid Salmonella Test Kit is a rapid latex agglutination test for the presumptive identification of Salmonella in selective and/or enrichment cultures. The use of latex technology makes this test more sensitive than direct agglutination methods, so that use of the Oxoid Salmonella Test Kit permits identification of Salmonella at least 24 hours earlier than when using conventional techniques. The Oxoid Salmonella Test Kit is particularly suited to screening cultures due to the high predictive value of a negative result. When screening clinical specimens, these features enable decisions on appropriate patient management to be taken sooner. The kit is also ideal for screening samples in the food industry where prompt results minimize the delay associated with routine testing for Salmonella contamination Comparable to: Remel R30858302 (1 per EA)

HemaPRO Stain Kit, 125 Test for HP1 (1 per EA)

PYR Test Kit, with 15ml chromogenic solution and test cards, 25 cards that have 3 tests per card, total of 75 tests per kit, by Hardy Diagnostics Hardy Diagnostics PYR Test Kit and PYR Reagent are recommended for the detection of pyrolidonyl arylamidase (also called pyrolidonyl aminopeptidase) activity in certain groups of bacteria, such as Streptococcus pyogenes (group A strep), Enterococcus spp., some coagulase-negative staphylococci, and some Enterobacteriaceae. The card format is easier to handle than disks. Three tests can be performed on one card. The Hardy Diagnostics manufacturing facility and quality management system comply with the FDA's Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and have achieved ISO 13485 certification as a medical device manufacturer. Quality is a science...Service is an art. At Hardy Diagnostics, we believe in excellence in patient care...just like you do! Comparable to: BD 231747 (1 per EA)

The CryoSaver™ system is designed for ease of use. Save time and effort! Let Hardy prepare your freezer vials for you! The need for storing stock organisms for extended periods of time is common practice in the field of microbiology. Hardy Diagnostics CryoSaver™ offers a simple, safe, and convenient way to store organisms at ultra low temperatures for future use. Convenient, ready-to-use media saves you time and expense Media formulations allow for both the growth and long-term preservation of the organism An advanced “honey-comb” box design (with numbered compartments) protects your CryoSaver during shipping and saves valuable freezer space in the lab Ergonomically designed caps feature ridges that allow for easy opening Threads are located on the outside of the vial to reduce the chance of contamination Each vial has a write-on label for specimen identification (100 per PK)

Fluid D, USP, 100ml fill, 100ml bottle with needle-port septum, order by the package of 20, by Hardy Diagnostics A rinsing and diluting fluid for use in USP testing protocols. pH 7.1. Contains peptic digest of animal tissue and polysorbate 80. Hardy Diagnostics' sterility media and rinse solutions are manufactured in an ISO 13485 environmentally controlled production center. Each lot is certified for pH, sterility and growth promotion using ATCC® strains specified by the USP. Our approach to manufacturing ensures all sterility media and rinse fluids provide the highest level of clarity for improved reading accuracy, thus significantly reducing the risk of incorrect interpretation and false results. (20 per PK)

C.sordellii, MBL ATCC 9714, LyfoDisk EA1 (1 per EA )

Selective Strep Agar is a selective medium recommended for use in the primary isolation of all Streptococcus species, including streptococcal groups A (S. pyogenes), B (S. agalactiae), C, D, F, G, and S. pneumoniae, especially from respiratory specimens. Contains 5% sheep blood from a veterinary supervised, controlled herd of donor animals. Blood is guaranteed to be from healthy antibiotic-free animals. Features and Benefits: Optically clear polystyrene For distortion free viewing. Heavy-Duty Reduces breakage during shipping. Stacking rings Polystyrene Petri plates feature raised rings for stacking ability and prevents sliding. Breathable Packaging Packaged in sleeves of 10 plates in a "breathable" bag that prevents buildup of condensation and excess moisture. Comparable to: Remel R01859 (10 per PK)

HardyDisks™ AST, Meropenem/Vaborbactam, 30µg (MEV30), Vabomere, 5 x 50 disks, by Hardy Diagnostics HardyDisk™ AST’s are impregnated paper disks used for Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST); also known as disk diffusion or Kirby-Bauer testing. Each cartridge contains 50 disks that are spring loaded for smooth and reliable dispensing. Features and Benefits: HardyDisk™ AST's are impregnated paper disks used for Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST) also known as disk diffusion or Kirby-Bauer testing. Each cartridge contains 50 disks that are spring loaded for smooth and reliable dispensing. Hardy Diagnostics offers a complete line of all commonly used antibiotics. Available in single a cartridge (Z9321) or packs of five (Z9325). Compatible with the BBL dispensers. Improved cartridge design helps to prevent jamming and tearing. HardyDisk™ AST cartridges are packaged in an all new canister that features a desiccant built into the lid. Kirby-Bauer accessories available: Mueller Hinton Agar, McFarland Standard, calipers, and much more! Spring loaded in cartridges of 50 disks for smooth and reliable dispensing The last disk in each cartridge is clearly marked with dark lines around its edge to signify the need for refill (250 per PK)