Blood Agar Base Culture Medium

ReadyMED™ Blood Agar Base (RDM-BAB-02) – Product Specifications

Product Overview

A dehydrated culture medium formulated for preparing blood agar plates and cultivating fastidious microorganisms. Manufactured by Chaitanya Agro Bio-Tech Pvt. Ltd.

Key Features & Applications

Functional Properties

✔ Nutrient-Rich Formula – Supports growth of demanding pathogens
✔ Versatile Usage – Can be used:

• As a base for blood agar (5-10% defibrinated blood addition)

• As a general-purpose medium (without blood)

Primary Applications

• Isolation & Cultivation of Fastidious Bacteria:

  • Streptococcus spp.

  • Neisseria spp.

• Hemolysis Studies:

  • Differentiation of Listeria species

  • CAMP test for Streptococcus agalactiae identification

• Clinical & Diagnostic Use:

  • Blood cultures

  • Respiratory/sputum specimens

Composition Highlights

• Peptones & Yeast Extract – Provide essential nitrogen/vitamin sources

• Sodium Chloride – Maintains osmotic balance

• Agar – Solidifying agent (1.5-2.0% typical concentration)

Technical Specifications

• Form: Free-flowing powder

• pH (after reconstitution): 7.3 ± 0.2

• Sterilization: Autoclave at 121°C for 15 mins

• Storage: Keep sealed at 10-30°C; avoid humidity

Preparation Guide

1. Suspend 40g in 1L distilled water

2. Heat to dissolve completely

3. Sterilize & cool to 45-50°C

4. Add 5-10% sterile blood (if required)

5. Pour into plates

Quality Assurance

• Batch-Tested for microbial growth performance

• ISO Certified manufacturing