ReadyMED™ Sabouraud Dextrose Agar with Chloramphenicol (RDM-SDA-02)
Manufactured by Chaitanya Agro Biotech Pvt. Ltd.
Product Overview
A selective fungal culture medium optimized for isolation of yeasts and molds, with added chloramphenicol to suppress bacterial contamination. Ideal for clinical, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic testing.
Key Specifications
1. Composition
| Component | Function |
|---|---|
| Dextrose (40g/L) | Primary carbon source |
| Peptones (10g/L) | Nitrogen/vitamin source |
| Agar (15g/L) | Solidifying agent |
| Chloramphenicol | Antibacterial inhibitor |
2. Selective Properties
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Chloramphenicol (0.05g/L):
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Broad-spectrum antibiotic
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Suppresses Gram-positive & Gram-negative bacteria
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Acidic pH (5.6 ± 0.2):
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Enhances fungal growth
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Further inhibits bacterial competitors
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3. Physical Characteristics
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Form: Free-flowing dehydrated powder
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Prepared Medium: Clear to slightly opaque
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Gel Strength: Firm (1.5% agar equivalent)
Applications
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Clinical Mycology: Isolation of Candida, dermatophytes
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Pharmaceutical QC: Sterility testing (USP/EP compliant)
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Cosmetic Testing: Preservative efficacy evaluation
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Environmental Monitoring: Air and surface fungal sampling
Preparation & Usage
Protocol
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Suspension: 65g powder per 1L purified water
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Heating: Boil with stirring until dissolved
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Sterilization: Autoclave at 121°C for 15 minutes
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Pouring: Cool to 45-50°C before plating
Incubation
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Yeasts: 30-35°C for 24-48 hours
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Molds: 20-25°C for 3-5 days
Quality & Compliance
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Manufactured under cGMP
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Meets USP/EP/JP standards
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Batch-controlled for consistency
Product Code: RDM-SDA-02
Shelf Life: 36 months (unopened, at 15-30°C)
Why Choose ReadyMED SDA-CAF?
✔ Dual selectivity (antibiotic + acidic pH)
✔ Optimized for fastidious fungi
✔ Regulatory-compliant for critical testing
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