Thayer-Martin Agar Culture Medium
Item Name Code (INC) 40929
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Additional Information for Thayer-Martin Agar Culture Medium
Thayer-Martin Agar Culture Medium is a type of culture medium used in microbiology laboratories for the isolation and identification of Neisseria gonorrhoeae, the bacteria responsible for the sexually transmitted infection gonorrhea. 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."
Thayer-Martin Agar Culture Medium contains a combination of selective agents that inhibit the growth of normal flora while allowing the growth of Neisseria gonorrhoeae. The medium is typically prepared by adding specific antibiotics, such as vancomycin, colistin, nystatin, and trimethoprim, to a base agar medium. These antibiotics selectively inhibit the growth of other bacteria, fungi, and yeasts, allowing for the isolation and identification of Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
The Thayer-Martin Agar Culture Medium is commonly used in clinical laboratories to diagnose gonorrhea by culturing samples obtained from infected sites, such as the urethra, cervix, rectum, or throat. The medium provides an optimal environment for the growth of Neisseria gonorrhoeae, allowing for its isolation and subsequent identification through various biochemical and serological tests.
It is important to note that Thayer-Martin Agar Culture Medium should be handled and used according to the manufacturer's instructions and in compliance with laboratory safety protocols.
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