Product Description:
Simmon Citrate Agar – 500g is a selective culture medium employed for the identification and differentiation of Enterobacteriaceae according to their capacity to utilize citrate as a carbon source. It is frequently used in microbiological laboratories to isolate Salmonella and other enteric pathogenic bacteria. This medium is used as a means of detecting the ability of an organism to utilize citrate as its sole carbon source. It responds to the production of alkaline end products when bacteria metabolize citrate. The medium contains bromthymol blue, a pH indicator, which changes from green to blue as alkaline substances are produced due to the decomposition of citrate.
Simmon Citrate Agar is primarily used to differentiate Enterobacteriaceae species based on their citrate utilization, enabling the separation of Salmonella, Escherichia coli, and Enterobacter species. This medium is a vital tool in clinical microbiology, food safety testing, and research laboratories for identifying enteric pathogens.
Key Features:
– Citrate Utilization Test: Used to detect bacteria that can use citrate as the sole source of carbon.
– Simple Differentiation: The color change from green to blue readily differentiates Salmonella from other Enterobacteriaceae species.
– High Sensitivity: This medium can identify even low levels of enteric pathogens, providing reliable results.
– Clear Results: Bromthymol blue gives a distinct color change in positive reactions, helping to easily read and interpret results.
– Bulk Packaging (500g): The 500g packaging provides ample medium for high-throughput labs, making it cost-effective for large-scale testing.
Applications of Simmon Citrate Agar – 500g:
– Clinical Microbiology: Used to identify and differentiate Salmonella and other enteric pathogens in clinical specimens, such as urine, stool, and blood.
– Food Safety Testing: Effective in identifying enteric pathogens in food products, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.
– Water Testing: Suitable for environmental testing of water sources, including drinking water and recreational water, to detect pathogenic Enterobacteriaceae.
– Research Applications: Utilized in research settings for studying bacterial metabolism and identifying various strains of Enterobacteriaceae based on their biochemical properties.
Price: Simmon Citrate Agar – 500g
For pricing and availability, please contact us at +88 01711285976. The 500g bulk pack is ideal for high-volume labs and research institutions.
Why Buy Simmon Citrate Agar – 500g from Bright Scientific?
– Premium Quality: Bright Scientific offers high-quality Simmon Citrate Agar, made with the best ingredients to provide precise and repeatable outcomes when testing for Enterobacteriaceae species.
– Well-Experienced: Over 2000 installations worldwide for the identification and differentiation of Salmonella and other enteric pathogens in clinical, food safety, and research laboratories.
– Real-time Expert Support: Our qualified microbiologists are ready to assist with any technical questions or concerns, ensuring smooth use of the medium.
– Cost-Effective: The 500g bulk packaging is ideal for high-throughput labs, providing a cost-effective solution for large-scale testing.
Conclusion:
Simmon Citrate Agar – 500g is an essential medium for the identification and differentiation of enteric pathogens in clinical, food safety, and environmental microbiology. It is commonly used as a basic nutritional agar base for studying citrate utilization. The clear color change from green to blue makes it easy to score citrate utilization phenotypes, helping laboratories and research facilities achieve accurate results. At Bright Scientific, we provide high-quality products combined with expert support to ensure the success of your microbiological testing and research. For more information or to place an order, visit our website or call +88 01711285978.