BD 211043 - Trypticase Soy Agar, Dehydrated Microbiological Culture Medium

BD 211043 - Trypticase Soy Agar, Dehydrated Microbiological Culture Medium

The BD 211043 Trypticase Soy Agar (TSA) is a dehydrated microbiological culture medium designed for the growth of a broad range of microorganisms, including bacteria and fungi. This versatile medium contains trypticase, a form of casein hydrolysate, which provides essential nutrients, amino acids, and growth factors required for the cultivation of diverse bacterial species.

Manufactured by BD, TSA is widely used in clinical, pharmaceutical, research, and industrial microbiology laboratories for routine microbial isolation, subculturing, and maintenance of microbial strains.

Key Benefits

Supports the growth of a wide variety of bacteria, yeasts, and molds. Provides a balanced nutrient environment that supports robust and consistent microbial growth. Dehydrated powder format allows for easy preparation and long shelf life. Suitable for use in a range of microbiological applications, including bacterial culture, isolation, and biochemical testing.

Compatibility and Applications

BD 211043 Trypticase Soy Agar is compatible with standard laboratory equipment such as autoclaves, incubators, and sterile Petri dishes. It integrates easily into established microbiology workflows for routine bacterial and fungal cultivation.

Common applications include the isolation and cultivation of fastidious organisms, such as pathogenic bacteria, and the maintenance of reference bacterial strains in laboratory settings. TSA is widely used in hospital microbiology laboratories, research institutions, pharmaceutical testing environments, and food safety laboratories.

Usage Guidelines

Prepare the medium by dissolving the appropriate amount of dehydrated powder in purified water according to the manufacturer's instructions. Sterilize the medium by autoclaving, and then pour into sterile Petri dishes under aseptic conditions. Allow the agar to solidify before inoculating with bacterial or fungal samples. Incubate at the temperature recommended for the organisms being cultured and observe growth for further analysis.

Certifications, Safety Standards, and Regulatory Approvals

BD microbiology culture media are manufactured under regulated quality systems to ensure consistent performance and reliable results in clinical and research laboratories. Quality control testing is conducted to verify the mediums ability to support the growth of microorganisms and meet laboratory standards.

Comparison with Competitor Products

Compared with general-purpose nutrient agars, Trypticase Soy Agar provides a richer, more balanced nutrient environment that supports a wider variety of organisms. BDs Trypticase Soy Agar is widely trusted for its consistency, high-quality formulation, and reliable performance across a range of microbiological applications.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This product is used by microbiologists, clinical laboratory technologists, research scientists, and pharmaceutical testing professionals. It is particularly useful in diagnostic microbiology for isolating pathogens, maintaining microbial strains, and conducting various tests on bacterial and fungal cultures.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

Store the dehydrated medium in a cool, dry environment, away from moisture and contamination. Always tightly seal containers after each use. Prepare media using calibrated equipment and validated sterilization procedures to ensure optimal results. Perform routine quality control with reference organisms to confirm proper growth performance.

Regulatory and Safety Information

Although culture media are laboratory-use products rather than direct patient-use medical devices, they are manufactured under strict quality control systems that ensure reliable and reproducible laboratory results. Laboratories should follow proper biosafety protocols when handling microbial cultures.

How to Order

Ordering the BD 211043 Trypticase Soy Agar is simple. Add the product to your cart and proceed through the secure checkout process. For bulk purchasing or additional assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312) 275-585.