BD Blood Culture Media BD Bactec™ Lytic / 10 Anaerobic / F Culture Liquid, 1/EA

BD Bactec blood culture media is a liquid blood culture vial for qualitative culture and recovery of anaerobic microorganisms from blood. It fits labs and healthcare settings using BACTEC fluorescent series instruments, including the Bactec 9240, 9120, and 9050 systems. The vial is ready to use and uses a chemical sensor to detect increases in CO2 produced by microorganism growth.

Key Features

• Liquid blood culture media for qualitative culture and recovery of anaerobic microorganisms from blood
• Compatible with Bactec 9240, 9120, and 9050 systems for instrument-based workflow
• Ready to use on receipt, with no reconstitution or dilution needed
• Bar-coded vial supports use with the BACTEC fluorescent series
• Chemical sensor detects increases in CO2 produced by microorganism growth
• Store at 2 to 25 degrees C in a dry location out of direct light

Good Fit For

• Laboratories using BACTEC fluorescent series instruments
• Blood culture workflows focused on anaerobic microorganism recovery
• Facilities standardizing on Bactec 9240, 9120, or 9050 systems

Applications and Usage

• Qualitative culture and recovery of anaerobic microorganisms from blood
• Routine blood culture testing on BACTEC fluorescent series instruments
• Lab workflows that benefit from ready-to-use media without reconstitution or dilution

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Use with Bactec 9240, 9120, and 9050 systems.
• Store at 2 to 25 degrees C in a dry location out of direct light.
• This vial is intended for anaerobic blood culture workflows.

FAQ

• Which systems work with this blood culture media? This blood culture media is for use with Bactec 9240, 9120, and 9050 systems.
• Does this vial need mixing or preparation before use? No. The vial is ready for use as received and does not need reconstitution or dilution.
• What type of testing is this media intended for? This media is used for the qualitative culture and recovery of anaerobic microorganisms from blood.
• How does the vial detect microbial growth? Each vial includes a chemical sensor that detects increases in CO2 produced by the growth of microorganisms.
• How should this blood culture media be stored? Store the vial at 2 to 25 degrees C in a dry location and keep it out of direct light.

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