Prepared Plated Media

MINIMUM ORDER: 5 PACKS For the cultivation of Mycoplasma and the detection of Mycoplasma contamination in biologics and biological processes. 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)

MINIMUM ORDER: 10 PACKS Hardy Diagnostics Starch Agar is recommended for the use in the determination of starch hydrolysis by microorganisms. Comparable to: BD 295911 (10 per PK)

MINIMUM ORDER: 10 PACKS For the enumeration of heterotrophic organisms in water samples using membrane filtration. (10 per PK)

For the cultivation of anaerobic bacteria and the selective isolation of Bacteroides spp.

SabDex Agar (Sabouraud Dextrose Agar) with Lecithin and Tween® 80, contact plate with Lok-Tight™ friction lid, optional locking feature, order by the package of 10, by Hardy Diagnostics Added measure to assure sterility in your environmental monitoring program! Hardy Diagnostics contact plates are recommended for use in the cultivation of microorganisms from environmental surfaces. Sabouraud Dextrose Agar with Lecithin and Tween® 80 is recommended for the cultivation of yeasts and fungi from environmental samples. 3 Easy Steps: 1. Remove lid. 2. Gently press plate to surface without twisting or sliding. 3. Twist clockwise until frosted bands line up to lock lid into place. Our Contact Plate features: Friction lid The friction lid design keeps lids in place before sampling. Lok-Tight™ Locking Lid An optional locking feature means lids stay secured post sampling and during transport to your lab. Molded Grid Each plate has a grid molded into the bottom of the plate to aid in the counting of microorganisms. Certificate of Analysis Available online for each lot. (10 per PK)

Provides assurance of product purity! Sakazakii is a chromogenic medium recommended for the selective isolation and differentiation of Cronobacter (Enterobacter) sakazakii from other members of the family Enterobacteriaceae based on colony color. Features and Benefits: Cronobacter sakazakii produces smooth, turquoise colonies Other members of the Enterobacteriaceae family will produce white or colorless colonies with or without black centers (10 per PK)

Letheen Agar Plate used to determine the bactericidal activity of quaternary ammonia compounds.

For the detection of Mycoplasma spp. associated with bovine mastitis. (10 per PK)

Sabdex (Sabouraud Dextrose) with Chloramphenicol and Gentamicin, deep fill, 15x100mm plate, order by the package of 10, by Hardy Diagnostics MINIMUM ORDER: 10 PACKS For the selective isolation of fungi. Comparable to: BD 296359 (10 per PK)

CDC formula with phenylethanol, 5% sheep blood, hemin, and vitamin K) For the isolation of anaerobic bacteria. Comparable to: Remel R01040 (10 per PK)

Mycobiotic Agar, deep fill, 15x100mm plate, order by the package of 10, by Hardy Diagnostics For the selective isolation of pathogenic fungi especially from hair, skin, and nail specimens. Contains chloramphenicol and cyclohexamide. Comparable to: Remel R01630 (10 per PK)

Martin Lewis Agar with lincomycin, reduced vancomycin, colistin, amphotericin, and trimethoprim) For the selective isolation of Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Comparable to: BD 297928 (10 per PK)

(Columbia Agar with 5% Sheep Blood, Colistin and Nalidixic Acid / MacConkey Agar) Comparable to: Remel R02066 (100 per PK)

MINIMUM ORDER: 20 PACKS Section I: TSA - For the cultivation of microorganisms. Section II: Cetrimide - For the selective isolation of Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Section III: MSA - For the selctive isolation and differentiation of Staphylococcus spp. (10 per PK)

Tryptic Soy Agar (TSA) with Lecithin and Tween®, USP is recommended for use as a general growth medium for establishing microbiological trends, alerts, and activity levels in biologically controlled environments. The medium is based on Soybean-Casein Digest Agar and is formulated according to the United States Pharmacopoeia (USP) <62> and meets the required USP performance specifications. Lecithin and Tween neutralize most disinfectants and help to revive damaged microorganisms. 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)

CulGenex™ LB Agar, Lennox Media is recommended for the cultivation of recombinant Escherichia coli strains used in phage production and in molecular studies. All CulGenex products are offered exclusively through VWR. Comparable to: BD 298273 (10 per PK)

MINIMUM ORDER: 10 PACKS (Brilliant Green Sulfa Agar with sulfapyridine 10mg/L) For the selective isolation of Salmonella spp. Comparable to: BD 271710 (10 per PK)

MINIMUM ORDER: 10 PACKS (Lennox formulation with Ampicillin 30mcg/ml) For the cultivation of E. coli used in phage production and molecular genetic studies. (10 per PK)

Bright color development within 24 hours! HardyCHROM™ MRSA is a selective and differential culture medium that facilitates the isolation and identification of methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) to aid in the prevention and control of MRSA infections in health care settings. The test is performed on anterior nares swabs from patients and healthcare workers to screen for MRSA colonization. This new chromogenic medium simplifies the identification of MRSA infections. MRSA strains grown in the presence of chromogenic substrates produce deep pink to magenta colonies. Color development is bright, distinct and easy to read. Features and Benefits: Distinct color change read-out Bright color development Economically priced to save you money! Compatible with automation Read-out at 24 hours (10 per PK)

AnaeroGro™ Brucella Agar with Hemin and Vitamin K is recommended for use in the primary isolation, quantitation, and partial identification of obligately anaerobic microorganisms from clinical specimens. The medium is also suitable for the growth of aerobic and microaerophilic bacteria when incubated under the appropriate conditions. AnaeroGRO™ Anaerobic PEA (Phenylethyl Alcohol) Agar is recommended for use as an enriched and selective medium for the cultivation and selective isolation of gram-positive and negative obligate anaerobic bacteria. It is useful in isolating obligate anaerobes from mixed flora, by inhibiting gram-negative facultative anaerobes and the control of swarming organisms. AnaeroGRO™ LKV (Laked Blood with Kanamycin and Vancomycin) Agar is recommended for use in the selective isolation and partial identification of obligately anaerobic gram-negative bacilli, such as Prevotella spp. and Bacteroides spp. (1 per EA)

For enumeration of microorganisms and evaluation of disinfectants in cosmetic products. (10 per PK)

For the isolation and differentiation of gram negative bacilli. (10 per PK)

Bacteroides Bile Esculin Agar) For the selective isolation and detection of Bacteroides fragilis group. Comparable to: Remel R01104 (10 per PK)

All CulGenex products are offered exclusively through VWR (10 per PK)