Phenol Red Carbohydrate Broth Culture Medium
Item Name Code (INC) 40641
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Additional Information for Phenol Red Carbohydrate Broth Culture Medium
Phenol Red Carbohydrate Broth Culture Medium is a type of culture medium used in microbiology laboratories for the detection and identification of bacteria based on their ability to ferment specific carbohydrates. It is classified as an In Vitro Diagnostic Substance, Reagent, Test Kit, and Set, which means it is used for diagnostic purposes in a laboratory setting.
This culture medium contains phenol red, a pH indicator that changes color based on the pH of the medium. It also contains specific carbohydrates, such as glucose, lactose, sucrose, or mannitol, which serve as the sole carbon source for bacterial growth.
When a bacterial strain is inoculated into the Phenol Red Carbohydrate Broth Culture Medium, it will utilize the available carbohydrate and produce acid as a byproduct of fermentation. The acid production lowers the pH of the medium, causing the phenol red indicator to change color. The color change can be observed and interpreted to determine the carbohydrate fermentation pattern of the bacteria.
This type of culture medium is commonly used in clinical microbiology laboratories to identify and differentiate bacterial species based on their ability to ferment specific carbohydrates. It is particularly useful in the identification of enteric bacteria, such as Escherichia coli, Salmonella, and Shigella species.
In summary, Phenol Red Carbohydrate Broth Culture Medium is a diagnostic substance used in microbiology laboratories to detect and identify bacteria based on their carbohydrate fermentation patterns. It is part of the supply group of Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies.
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