Prepared Plated Media

(Charcoal Blood Agar with 10% Horse Blood and Cephalexin) For the selective isolation of Bordetella pertussis. Comparable to: Remel R01240 (10 per PK)

HardyCHROM™ Staph aureus is a chromogenic medium recommended for the isolation, differentiation, and enumeration of Staphylococcus aureus by colony color. S. aureus has also been implicated in nosocomial infections and food poisoning outbreaks. Many S. aureus strains produce enterotoxins that cause food poisoning when ingested. Food poisoning, bacteremia, pneumonia, toxic shock syndrome, and meningitis are some of the more serious infections that can be caused by S. aureus. Comparable to: BD 214982 (10 per PK)

(Brain Heart Infusion Agar with 5% Sheep Blood) For the cultivation of microorganisms. Comparable to: BD 221843 (10 per PK)

A 15 x 100mm biplate with one section for DTM (Dermatophyte Test Media) and the other section for RSM (Rapid Sporulation Media) for the culturing of hair, skin and nails for dermatophytes. DTM will turn red within a few days when a dermatophytic fungus is present. Dermatophytes include Trichophyton spp, Microsporum spp, and Epidermophyton spp. The RSM side will induce the organisms to produce spores (macroconidia) which can be viewed microscopically for identification. RSM is also useful for observing the true pigment formation of the colony. The media will turn blue to blue-green in the presence of dermatophytes. DTM tends to mask the coloration due to the intense red coloration. Also, DTM does not induce the rapid formation of spores. This is why the DTM/RSM makes a perfect combination for the identification of dermatophytic fungi. (10 per PK)

Section I: Chocolate Agar. Section II: Thayer Martin, Modified, for isolation of Neisseria gonorrhoeae Comparable to: BD 221623 (10 per PK)

HardyCHROM™ ECC is a chromogenic media recommended for the detection, differentiation, and enumeration of Escherichia coli and other coliforms in food, water, or environmental samples based on colony color. Routine testing to assess the sanitary quality of food and water is directed at the detection and enumeration of indicator organisms rather than pathogens. The coliform group of organisms is recognized as the principal indicator of unsanitary conditions. Coliform organisms are characterized as gram-negative, lactose-fermenting rods. They are present in the intestinal tract of man and other animals, and non-fecal coliforms are found in many areas of the environment, including in soil and on plants. Features and Benefits: E. coli can be identified as pink to violet colored colonies on the plate. Other coliform bacteria will appear as turquoise colonies. Organisms other than coliforms or E. coli (including approximately 4% of E. coli strains and most O157 strains) will appear as white or colorless colonies. Selective agents have been added to inhibit the growth of gram-positive and other non-coliform bacteria. Each contact plate has a specified grid molded into the bottom of the plate for enumeration of microbial colonies growing on a variety of surfaces. Comparable to: BD 214985 (10 per PK)

For the enumeration of coliforms from water specimens by membrane filter technique. This media is to be stored and incubated in the dark. If you have a light in your refrigerator, incubator, or you leave the media exposed to light on the bench top, Hardy Diagnostics offers free Blok-Boxes. Blok-Box is a reusable cardboard box that hold one PK10 of media plates (10 per PK)

Buffered Charcoal Yeast Extract (BCYE) Agar formulations are recommended for use in the cultivation and primary isolation of Legionella spp. in water and other samples suspected of harboring the bacteria. BCYE with DGVP contains the dyes bromcresol purple and bromothymol blue, along with glycine, vancomycin and polymyxin. Antibiotics in the medium improve the recovery of Legionella species by inhibiting the growth of contaminating microorganisms, while dyes in the medium facilitate the differentiation and identification of Legionella. (10 per PK)

Bright color development within 24 hours! Section I: 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. Section II: HardyCHROM™ Staph aureus is a chromogenic medium recommended for the isolation, differentiation, and enumeration of Staphylococcus aureus by colony color. Comparable to: BD 215359 (10 per PK)

HardyCHROM Listeria; HDx, 15x100mm plt 10/pk R (10 per PK)

For the selective isolation and differentiation of Listeria monocytogenes. Comparable to: BD 222530 (10 per PK)

Used as a selective and differential growth medium for the cultivation of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC). Features and Benefits: Detects enterohemolysin producing E. coli Zones of clear blood hemolysis (beta hemolysis) surrounding the colonies are associated with Shiga-toxin producing E. coli Formulation recommended by BAM (10 per PK)

AnaeroGRO™ Egg Yolk Agar, Modified, is an enriched, non-selective, and differential medium recommended for use in the detection of lecithinase and lipase production and proteolytic activity of certain obligate anaerobes and in the presumptive identification of various Clostridium, Fusobacterium, and Prevotella spp.; it is also used in the Nagler Test for the presumptive identification of Clostridium perfringens. (1 per EA)

Non-Nutrient agar and Page's Saline (Cat. No. R225) are recommended for the detection of free-living pathogenic Acanthamoeba and Naegleria spp. cysts, trophozoites, and flagellates in tissue, soil, or water samples. Acanthamoeba Broth (PYG Medium) (Cat. No. K225) and Naegleria Broth (Cat. No. K325) are broths for the maintenance of stock cultures. Simple procedure, prepared, ready-to-use media. Easy Read-out, microscopically visualize (100x) distinct feeding tracks left behind by amebae. (10 per PK)

D/E Neutralizing Agar, 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. For the broad spectrum neutralization of surface disinfectants and the cultivation of microorganisms from environmental surfaces. 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)

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)

Cellulose Agar, deep fill, 15x100mm plate, order by the package of 10, by Hardy Diagnostics For the cultivation of fungi from environmental sources. (10 per PK)

Buffered Charcoal Yeast Extract Agar with Colistin, Anisomycin, and Vancomycin antimicrobials) For the selective isolation of Legionella spp. Comparable to: Remel R01339 (10 per PK)

Mueller Hinton Media is recommended for use in the cultivation of a wide variety of microorganisms. Mueller Hinton Agar can be used for disk diffusion sensitivity testing of non-fastidious organisms. Comparable to: Remel R04052 (10 per PK)

Campy Cefex Agar, Modified plates are recommended for the selective isolation of cephalothin-resistant Campylobacter species such as C. jejuni, C. coli, and C. lari from human, animal, or food samples. Comparable to: BD 292487 (10 per PK)

MINIMUM ORDER: 10 PACKS Hardy Diagnostics Tryptic Soy Agar with Cycloheximide is recommended for use as a general growth for the isolation and cultivation of microorganisms while inhibiting Saprophytic fungal organisms. (10 per PK)

(Columbia Agar with 5% Sheep Blood, Colistin and Nalidixic Acid / MacConkey Agar) A two-section Petri plate of CNA/MAC. Ideal for the culture and enumeration of urinary tract pathogens from clinical specimens. Only Gram positive bacteria will grow on the CNA side. Only Gram negative bacteria will grow on the MacConkey side. CNA contains 5% sheep blood from a veterinary supervised, controlled herd of donor animals. Blood is guaranteed to be from healthy antibiotic-free animals. Comparable to: BD 221600 (10 per PK)

MINIMUM ORDER: 100 PACKS R2A Agar is recommended for enumeration of heterotrophic bacteria in water, especially potable water. 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 For the selective isolation and differentiation of Cryptococcus neoformans and Cryptococcus gattii. Also known as Bird Seed Agar or Niger Seed Agar. Comparable to: Remel R09176 (10 per PK)