Phenol Red Broth Base Culture Medium
Item Name Code (INC) 40640
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Additional Information for Phenol Red Broth Base Culture Medium
Phenol Red Broth Base Culture Medium is a type of culture medium used in microbiology laboratories for the detection and identification of bacteria. It is classified under the supply class In Vitro Diagnostic Substances, Reagents, Test Kits And Sets in the supply group Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies.
Phenol Red Broth Base Culture Medium contains phenol red, a pH indicator that changes color depending on the pH of the medium. It is used to differentiate bacteria based on their ability to ferment carbohydrates and produce acid or gas.
The base medium does not contain any carbohydrates, so it is supplemented with specific carbohydrates depending on the desired test. For example, glucose, lactose, or sucrose can be added to test for the fermentation of these sugars.
Phenol Red Broth Base Culture Medium is commonly used for tests such as the fermentation test, which helps identify bacteria based on their ability to ferment specific sugars. It is also used for other tests, such as the production of gas or the utilization of specific nutrients.
Overall, Phenol Red Broth Base Culture Medium is an essential tool in microbiology laboratories for the detection and identification of bacteria.
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- RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 4