Product Description
| Cat Number | 66373-1 |
|---|---|
| Category | Biochemical |
| Pack Size | 1 Kg |
| Description | Cystine Heart Agar is a solid medium recommended for the cultivation of the tularemia-causing bacteria Francisella tularensis, Gram-negative cocci, and other pathogenic organisms. Penicillin inhibits Gram-positive organisms, while Polymyxin B suppresses the growth of Enterobacteriacea. Beef Heart Infusion, Casein Peptone, and Yeast Extract provide amino acids, peptides, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. Dextrose is the fermentable carbohydrate. L-Cystine is a reducing agent allowing the growth of F. tularensis. Agar is the gelifying agent. Rabit Blood can be added to enrich the medium. |
| Research Field | Cell Culture Media |
| Storage | RT |
| Note | The product is for research use only |
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