Helicobacter pylori Selective Supplement
E&O Laboratories Ltd Helicobacter pylori Selective Supplement can be used with Helicobacter pylori Base Agar (E&O product KM0009).This selective supplement is composed of 2 antibiotics and one antifungal agent. These agents inhibit the background flora and allow the cultivation of Helicobacter pylori.
Helicobacter pylori, previously named Campylobacter pylori, is a Gram-negative, microaerophilic bacterium found in the stomach, and may be present in other parts of the body, such as the eye.
Helicobacter pylori Selective Supplement
Additional Information
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| Storage Temp (°C) | |
| Dehydrated Medium Appearance | |
| Dehydrated Medium Colour | |
| Solubility Description | |
| Recommended Incubation |
Product Description
| Organisms | Ref. No | Result |
| Helicobacter pylori | NCTC 11916 | Growth |
| Staphylococcus aureus | NCTC 12981 | Inhibited |
| Candida albicans | NCPF 3179 | Inhibited |
Formula
Each vial contains the following raw materials
| Contents | Per vial (500ml) | Per Vial (1Lt) |
| Cefsulodin | 5.0mg | 10mg |
| Vancomycin | 5.0mg | 10mg |
| Amphotericin B | 10.0mg | 20mg |
Procedure
To reconstitute each vial aseptically add 5 ml of deionised water. Close the vial and gently agitate to assist reconstitution.
Add the contents of the vial to the required sterile base medium of choice prepared according to the manufactures instructions and allowed to cool to below 50°C. Mix gently but thoroughly and pour or aseptically dispense into the desired sterile containers or dishes.
