Blood Agar 5% Blood, Layered PW Base (BA) (P0004) Detail
A medium for the detection of haemolysis. A thinner layer of blood enables haemolytic colonies to be seen more clearly.
Blood Agar 5% Blood, Layered PW Base (BA) (P0004)
- Categories: Clinical & Veterinary
- Pack Size: 10 x 90 mm plates
- Shelf Life: 8 weeks
- Storage Temp: 2-8 °C
- Appearance: Firm Gel
- Colour: Red
- Recommended Incubation: 37 ± 1°C for 18-24 hours
- pH: 7.4 ± 0.2
- Fill Volume: 17 ml Blood Agar on prepared 12ml Peptone Water Agar Base plates
Quality Control
| Organisms | Ref. No | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Aeromonas hydrophilia | NCTC 7810 | Growth + β haemolysis (strong) |
| Escherichia coli | NCTC 10418 | Growth, no haemolysis |
| Vibrio | NCTC 11218 | Growth, + β haemolysis (weak) |