| Product Code | Description | Product Size | Quantity |
| CM0591B | KAA AGAR BASE 500g | – | 500g |
KAA Agar Base 500g
Brand:
Thermo ScientificTM OxoidTM
- Oxoid Kanamycin Aesculin Azide Agar Base is a selective medium for the isolation of Enterococci in foodstuffs.
- Also available Kanamycin Sulphate Selective Supplement, Part No. SR0092E.
Kanamycin Aesculin Azide Agar Base, Oxoid Composition
| Typical Formula* | gm/litre |
| Tryptone | 18.8 |
| Yeast extract | 5.0 |
| Sodium chloride | 5.0 |
| Sodium citrate | 1.0 |
| Aesculin | 1.0 |
| Ferric ammonium citrate | 0.5 |
| Sodium azide | 0.15 |
| Starch | 0.6 |
| Mix for Streptococci | 0.6 |
| Agar | 10.0 |
| Final pH 7.0 ± 0.2 @ 25°C |
Kanamycin Aesculin Azide Agar, Oxoid Preparation:
Suspend 21.3g in 500ml of distilled water. Add one vial of Kanamycin Supplement (SR0092) reconstituted as directed. Bring to the boil. Sterilise by autoclaving at 121°C for 15 minutes.
Storage conditions and Shelf life
Store the dehydrated medium at 10-30°C and use before the expiry date on the label.
Store the prepared media at 2-8°C.
Precautions
Observe the hazard precautions regarding sodium azide when disposing of the medium.
There is no universal medium which will isolate all strains of enterococci.
Unless a presumptive count is acceptable all isolates should have their identity confirmed with further tests.
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Additional information
| Dimensions | 10 cm |
|---|---|
| Brand | Oxoid |
| Estimated Delivery Time | 1-2 weeks |
