DNase Agar (DNA) (P0030) Detail

Medium used primarily in clinical laboratories to differentiate Staphylococcus aureus from other Staphylococci based on deoxyribonuclease activity. Following incubation of the plate and confirmation of a pure growth of Staphylococci, the surface of the medium is covered with a small quantity of 1M Hydrochloric Acid to precipitate the DNA. Staphylococcus aureus produce DNase enzymes that hydrolyse DNA resulting in a clear area around the colonies, described as being DNase positive, whereas coagulase negative Staphylococci do not produce clearing.

DNase Agar (DNA) (P0030)

• Category: Clinical & Veterinary / Food, Water & Environmental
• Pack Size: 10 x 90 mm plates
• Shelf Life: 12 weeks
• Storage Temp: 2-8 °C
• Appearance: Firm Gel
• Colour: Straw
• Recommended Incubation: 30 ± 1°C for 24 ± 2 hours
• pH: 7.3 ± 0.2
• Fill Volume: 18.0 ± 2.0ml