Blood Agar 5% Blood, Layered NA Base (BN) Detail
A medium for the detection of haemolysis in the Listeria genus. A thinner layer of blood enables haemolytic colonies to be seen more clearly. Listeria monocytogenes grows with β haemolytic haloes.
Blood Agar 5% Blood, Layered NA Base (BN) P0003
- Category: 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 Nutrient Agar Base plates
Quality Control
Organisms | Ref. No | Result |
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Listeria monocytogenes | NCTC 11994 | Growth + β haemolysis |