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
Listeria monocytogenes NCTC 11994 Growth + β haemolysis